Vineesh US is a transformation strategist & catalyst. Happiness is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, with about 50% due to heredity, 10% due to circumstances, and 40% due to intentional activities. There are 7 sins that can devalue happiness: devaluing happiness, chasing superiority, being needy, being overly controlling, distrusting others, distrusting life, and ignoring the source of happiness within. Happiness can be increased through realistic thinking and adopting behavioral, cognitive, and volitional strategies.