“Love makes the world go ’round”—and it’s key to feeling more connected to others. Love and happiness also go hand in hand. Harry Reis, a professor of psychology at the University of Rochester, and Sonja Lyubomirsky, a psychology professor at the University of California, Riverside, teamed up to explain their research on the connection between happiness and love in their new book, How to Feel Loved: The Five Mindsets That Get You More of What Matters Most. According to the authors, the key to happiness isn’t just love itself—it’s about “feeling loved.” “I do know people who are happy, and I know people who are unhappy, and I can tell you the main difference between them: Happy people feel loved,” Reis said in a recent interview. However, they explain that many people don’t know the difference between “being loved” and “feeling loved.” “Being loved” vs. “feeling loved” The difference between the two is key to true happiness. “Many of us are actually loved by other people, and yet we don’t feel it,” said Reis. “Many people believe that in order to feel love, they need to make themselves more lovable.” Reis and Lyubomirsky explain that people often try to attain love through performance, such as being impressive, attractive, or successful. But “feeling loved” comes down to vulnerability. “To feel that the people in your life truly get you, value you, and love you is what makes life worth living,” they wrote in the book. “This is what makes people happy.” To feel loved, you have to be known. “Truly being seen and heard is what creates that deep sense of security about feeling loved,” Lyubomirsky said in an interview. “It doesn’t mean you need to overshare or unload your burdens on someone in the first 10 minutes of meeting them; it’s about progressively revealing what really matters to you.” How to “feel” loved The “relationship sea-saw” is a tool that Reis and Lyubomirsky created to represent how connection works, and why it’s key to feeling loved. The relationship sea-saw mirrors a seesaw on a children’s playground, but on water. As each side dips into the water, it becomes “hidden”—an allusion to feeling hidden in relationships. “When we lift up the other person, it’s as if we lift them above the waterline,” Reis explained. “All of a sudden, parts that were previously hidden are now visible.” The “relationship sea-saw.” Courtesy: University of Rochester Two things lift a person in a relationship out of the water: paying attention and showing care. Reis and Lyubomirsky believe that showing more love in these ways can create a cycle of reciprocation. “Most of who we are is hidden beneath the surface, and we usually only show that highlight reel,” Lyubomirsky said. “When I show warmth, curiosity, and acceptance toward you, I help lift you up out of the water. As I listen carefully, you’re able to share more of your full self. Then, the idea is that you will reciprocate, showing interest in my inner life and helping to lift me out of the water in return.” The post Knowing the difference between ‘being loved’ and ‘feeling loved’ is the secret to happiness appeared first on Upworthy.

When King George VI passed away in 1952, his daughter, Elizabeth, became queen. She was just 25 years old when she ascended the throne and began decades of service to her country. Queen Elizabeth passed away on September 8, 2022. She’s the longest-reigning British monarch in history and the second-longest in world history. Elizabeth served 70 years and 214 days on the throne. A lot happened during her reign as queen, and many credit her with maintaining stability and continuity in the United Kingdom. Queen Elizabeth is a well-respected historical figure who even earned props from President Donald Trump. ROYAL REFLECTION: President Trump opens up about his relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth II and her “genius” ability to remain diplomatic—never saying a bad thing about anybody.The president recalls trying to convince the monarch to reveal her favorite U.S. presidents… pic.twitter.com/0E73I69sVu— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 25, 2026 President Trump Spoke Highly of Queen Elizabeth President Trump called Queen Elizabeth a “genius” who remained diplomatic even during the most difficult times. Trump admitted that he didn’t follow her example as a leader. “She was sort of the opposite of me. She didn’t mix it up,” he said per Fox News. The president added, “Everyone was making mistakes around her, but she never made a mistake.” President Trump’s comments on Queen Elizabeth created a lively conversation on X. “Trump should have learnt something from her, like Never saying a bad thing about anybody,” someone wrote. “Trump really admired her restraint, definitely a masterclass in diplomacy!” Another person added. “She had that quiet power that made everyone listen.” Many commended Trump for being honest. “It’s genuinely touching to see President Trump hold the late Queen in such high regard. Two very different leaders, two very different worlds but both understood what it meant to carry a role bigger than themselves. Her diplomacy was in a class of its own, and there’s something refreshing about Trump being straightforward about what their relationship actually looked like,” a follower shared. This story’s featured image is by Karwai Tang/WireImage.

March 25, 2026, marked a historic day. Dame Sarah Mullally was installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral. Dame Sarah Mullally is the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England’s 1,400-year history. To celebrate the incredible moment for women in the church, Prince William and Princess Kate attended the installation. Photographers capture multiple photos of the couple, and one thing is certain: Princess Kate is a fashion icon. We’ve certainly thought that before, but her ensemble at Canterbury Cathedral may be our favorite look yet. Hats off to Princess Kate! The Princess of Wales donned a striking outfit to mark a historic day, joining Prince William at Canterbury Cathedral for the installation of Dame Sarah Mullally as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury. Sarah, 63, is the first woman to ever lead the… pic.twitter.com/GErRByV4In— HELLO! Canada (@HelloCanada) March 25, 2026 Princess Kate Made a Bold Fashion Choice That Paid Off Princess Kate wore a well-tailored coat, simple black pumps, and a large straw boater hat that made a huge fashion statement. Kate looked stunning, sophisticated, and ready to be the next queen of England. “Marking a historic moment for the Church of England,” Prince William and Princess Kate shared on Instagram. “Attending the Installation of Dame Sarah Mullally as the Archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral – the first woman to take on the role in its 1,400-year history.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Prince and Princess of Wales (@princeandprincessofwales) “What a great historic day for our Anglican brothers and sisters!!!! Sending love from an American Catholic,” another person shared. “I love you guys!” “Such a historic moment! So glad The Prince and Princess of Wales were there to witness it,” someone wrote. Others loved seeing Princess Kate’s latest fashion statement. “Princess Katherine looking STUNNING,” a follower complimented. “Princess Catherine,future Queen, is stunning,” a sweet comment reads. Prince William and Princess Kate are certainly turning heads, and it will be interesting to see how the country changes under their leadership. We hope for nothing but good things for the entire family. This story’s featured image is by Stefan Rousseau – WPA Pool/Getty Images.

If we say, “When I wake up in the morning and the alarm gives out a warning, I don’t think I’ll ever make it on time,” and you don’t respond with “By the time I grab my books, and I give myself a look, I’m at the corner just in time to see the bus fly by,” we can’t be friends. Actually, maybe we can, but you just have a lot to learn. Saturday morning in the 1990’s meant a visit to Bayside High to catch up with Zack, Kelly, Slater, Lisa, Jessie, Screech, and Mr. Belding. No, we won’t lament that the last episode aired more than 30 years ago. Instead, we want you to know that Lark Voorhies, who played Lisa Turtle on Saved by the Bell, just turned 51, and she looks and feels amazing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Official Lark Voorhies (@reallarkvoorhies) Lark Voorhies Fans Would Love to See Her Working Again. We’ve heard plenty of rumors about a Saved by the Bell reunion, but with the passing of Dustin Diamond in 2021, that’s probably not likely. That doesn’t mean fans have given up on seeing Lark Voorhies working again. She shared an Instagram post in late 2025 asking fans, “Hey Instafam, what kind of film and TV shows would you love to see me star in next?” They had lots of great suggestions. “I’m just sayin… if you were in a Hallmark Christmas movie I might finally watch one!!!” A fan shared. “Lisa Turtle in Paris!” But we’re biased,” a Saved by the Bell super fan wrote. Others just wanted to let Lark Voorhies know how glad they were to see she’s doing well. “I was just watching Saved by the Bell with my uncle and I told him that Lisa was always my favorite character and then we wondered what you were doing these days, so I looked you up and…. We both immediately went, ‘DAAAAAMN.’ Girl, you’ve aged like fine wine,” someone added. Happy Birthday, Lark. Treat yourself to a burger and fries at The Max, on us. This story’s featured image is by NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images.

A 78-year-old woman became a daredevil last week when she decided to go ‘rope swinging’ for the first time. Barbara took the plunge at what operators are calling the longest rope swing in the US—hung between two 500-foot rock cliffs in the desert of Moab, Utah. Andy Lewis, co-founder of Moab Swingers, shot a video […] The post Watch 78-Year-old Lady Jump From Rock Cliff on 300-foot Rope Swing in Utah, ‘What a Legend!’  appeared first on Good News Network.