It may seem like happiness is pretty black-and-white. You’re happy or you’re sad. But author Helen Russell knows that this isn’t the case. Other cultures around the world have many different ways to think about happiness that might actually make your daily life happier. Buy your copy of The Atlas of Happiness Follow Helen for updates on appearances and her forthcoming book, How To Be Sad, on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and her website: helenrussell.co.uk Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App.  Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to [email protected]  Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Maintain your health goals with Care/of! For 50% off your first order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code SMILE50