Well, sometimes, bad things do happen to happy people, of course; its just their attitude that drives them forward in those trying times. It is because they decide to be happy, in spite of the situation at hand.

With such an attitude, little things don't bother them much, and when they do run into big troubles, they keep moving on - so it may appear to others they are happy all the time or at least most of the time.

Absolutely. There are several ways to make oneself happy. Pursuit of meaningful goals and hobbies, making it a habit to consciously live in the present and giving all attention to the present, and learning not to fret on trivialities by taking things easy, are just some of the ways of getting there.

These need to be cultivated, just like any other habit, over a period of time. And with practice it is within the reach of everyone.

Actually there is, and it is quite the opposite way. Helping others taste joy by giving, without expectation of reciprocity, is a great way for stumbling on happiness. The short answer to this eternal question on how to find happiness is - Give Happiness!

Money does not buy you happiness, but money definitely is a means to buy things that you think will make you happier, at least momentarily.

But money is not a prerequisite for true happiness, and one can achieve it without money as well, with a little practice.

Pursuit of meaningful goals and hobbies, living in the present and not stressing on trivialities are all recipes for more permanent happiness.