Study says ambitious people live shorter, unhappier lives
People who attended America's most prestigious schools may seem to have the world by the tail, but it tus out all that high achievement may come at a steep price.
The ambitious alumni of elite universities such as Harvard, Yale and Princeton don't live as long as those who are less upwardly mobile, and they're no happier than the rest of us workaday schlubs, either, according to a new University of Notre Dame study. \"Ambitious people do achieve more successful careers,\" lead researcher Timothy Judge notes. \"But that doesn't seem to translate into leading happier or healthier lives.\" Now if only researchers would prove thin, beautiful people are miserable too, we'd really be getting somewhere.
Is a successful career worth it?
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
