Religion Linked to Higher Health & Happiness

A major global study by Pew Research found that actively religious people are not only happier — they also tend to live healthier lives and engage more in civic life than those with no religious affiliation.

🔍 Religious observance was consistently linked to:
• Less smoking
• Higher life satisfaction
• More community involvement

So maybe that “God-shaped hole” really is bad for your health.

📖 Full study: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2019/01/31/religions-relationship-to-happiness-civic-engagement-and-health-around-the-world/