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Question: In this activity, you'll experiment with one of two strategies intended to increase happiness. The first was briefly described in the preceding text; the second is new. Assignments similar to both of these have been employed with encouraging results inpositive psychology classes at colleges such as the University of Michigan and the University of Pennsylvania.1. Complete one of the following:

A. Gratitude Letter: In your own words describe someone who has been an important andpositive influence in your life. Pick someone to whom you have never fully expressedyour gratitude. In the letter, explain specifically and completely what this person didthat you appreciate...and how the kindness has positively affected your life. (If youchoose to share your letter with the person at a later time, consider getting together ina quiet setting and reading the letter aloud. If a face-to-face meeting isn't possible, youcould mail the letter and call later to discuss it.

B. Me at My Best: Describe in detail a time when you successfully faced a difficultsituation, one about which you feel proud of the way you handled it. Be sure to discussfully: 1) what the difficult situation was; 2) how you handled it; 3) what your handlingof this situation shows about your inner strengths and character. While modesty can bea virtue, please don't let it distort the truth of what you did. Be honest about how youbehaved and the inner qualities you demonstrated during a situation in which you wereat your best.