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Three elements of positivity (self-esteem, optimism, and satisfaction with life) are strongly related to subjective happiness, and can be increased with psychotherapy. Happiness may thus be improved by focusing on positivity, rather than trying to change core personality traits such as extraversion or neuroticism, which are poorly malleable. PLoS One. 2015 Mar 17;10(3):e0121991    (retrieved Mar, 2015). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.