Happiness: "I believe that the purpose of life is to be happy. From the moment of birth, every human being wants happiness and does not want suffering. Neither social conditioning nor education nor ideology affect this. From the very core of our being, we simply...
I recently posted a link to an article from the New York Times on the link between economics and happiness. Well, there's now a part II; to read more about the interesting connections between happiness and wealth - click here...
Psychology has traditionally targeted mental illness, but Psychology professor Martin Seligman is trying to turn this focus to "mental wellness." (which includes, among a range of other positive emotions, happiness) Seligman, who is considered the father of positive psychology and serves as the director of Penn...
As many of you would well be aware, happiness at work is a pet issue of mine and our "Happiness @ Work" programs are increasingly in demand. If you'd like to know more about what The Happiness Institute could do to boost happiness in your...
Historically it's been accepted that after a certain point, more money does not lead to more happiness. More recently, questions have been raised about the so-called "Easterlin Paradox" but it's also becoming clear that the relationship between wealth and happiness is complex. Research from positive...
Research into the happiness of workers is being driven by several forces. It is believed happier workers are more productive and businesses want to know exactly which factors create this satisfaction. With Australia enjoying 30-year lows in unemployment, employers are also keen to know how...
Please allow me to share with you something that was recently shared with me (thanks to Prof Michael Frisch)...
Happiness programs within schools (or at least programs that apply the principles of positive psychology) are increasingly being adopted in a variety of ways. Here at The Happiness Institute we're starting to apply our happiness programs more and more in educational institutions and with students...
Positive psychology involves more than just the creation of happiness. Happiness is important, and achievabel in all areas of our lives but it's important to remember that it's more than just having fun...
This happiness relevant quote is at the heart of one of they key drivers of happiness...
