Time-saving services may boost happiness. According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, spending money on time-saving services may boost overall happiness and satisfaction. Researchers studied the spending habits of 6,000 participants all over the world and found that those who paid for others to clean or cook for them reported increased contentment compared to those who didn’t. Interestingly, under 50 percent of the millionaires surveyed paid to outsource unpleasant tasks, while the others opted to do it themselves, potentially due to feeling guilty or wanting control. Another factor could be the “busy” culture of North America, leading people to juggle all aspects of their lives and enjoying that feeling of being capable. Some experts suggest that letting go and spending a little money to save time can have a huge positive impact on the quality of life.