Yes this seems backwards for at least some of the variables in the study. If you're in great health you're more likely to be joyful and to have good relationshi

Yes this seems backwards for at least some of the variables in the study. If you're in great health you're more likely to be joyful and to have good relationships with those around you. Saying that you should choose joy is like saying that you can avoid the worst health problems if you never go to hospital.