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Hedonology

Hedonology is a big word that means the study of happiness.
Think about when you get something you really wanted, like a new toy or a yummy treat. You feel happy, right? That feeling of happiness is what hedonology is all about!
But there are different kinds of happiness. Sometimes things that make us happy in the moment, like eating cookies or watching TV, don't make us happy in the long run. And sometimes things that are hard to do in the moment, like practicing a sport or saving money, make us really happy in the long run.
So, hedonology is all about trying to figure out the best ways to be happy - both now and in the future!
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