What are ways to experience genuine happiness this holiday season? 

Gratitude and giving thanks has benefits for both the giver and the receiver. It makes both parties feel good, and provides a real-life human connection at a time when those are hard to come by. 

"Investing in doing is a better route to social connection than spending on having," says Amit Kumar of the University of Delaware. 

He has a number of ways to achieve happiness during the holidays. 

To contact Kumar directly and arrange an interview, visit his profile and click on the contact button. Interested reporters can also send an email to mediarelations@udel.edu.