How Does Torah Make You Happier?

The Torah tells a person who is busily putting food in his mouth to stop what he is doing and make a blessing of thanks to Hashem. He is told to appreciate what he is getting. Then, after he finishes eating he says Bircas HaMazon, reflecting on the benefit he has just received and the pleasure he has enjoyed. Thus, the Torah leads a person to use his mind to appreciate the goodness and the happiness of This World. -- Ohr Avigdor Shaar Avodas Elokim