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The Science of Happiness: Positive Psychology

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Who’s here?• Practitioner• Enthusiast• Researcher

Tonight’s goals• Learn about your interests• Share what we’re doing• Get feedback and

suggestions

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Our mission: We inspire people to be happier and more resilient.

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today’s presentation

who we are the problem the research recommendations for using happier.com staying in touch Q&A

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who we are

“A personal trainer for your happiness” Track, measure, and improve happiness and resilience

Launched in late 2008 Over 40,000 users Backed by the top researchers and

thought leaders in positive psychology Free and subscription options

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problem

Rates of depression are up 10x in last 50 years

Indirect costs are said to be about $80 billion/yr

Depressed employees use 4x more medical services

Self-improvement books are selling more than ever

Lower levels of happiness over last 40 years More choices and more regret!

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summary of research

Benefits of happiness: increased longevity improved relationships higher productivity higher levels of creativity improved health

Happiness and resilience can be taught and learned

Successful online interventions“Rethinking happiness requires us to understand that it is not just a pleasant goal, but necessary for achieving success in many domains of life.” - Ed Diener, PhD & Robert Biswas-Diener, PhD

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tips for being happier - FREE

1. Take tests to build self-awareness2. Watch videos to learn from the

experts3. Read the blog to keep up with the

research and get practical tips4. Check out the Resilience Forums

The home page

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registration

build self-awareness11

Positivity Test Optimism Test

Authentic Happiness IndexVIA Strengths Survey

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Authentic Happiness Index

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AHI - results

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AHI - Results Over Time

VIA Strengths Survey15

focus on learning16

Over 100 exclusive videos

blog.happier.com

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tips for being happier - subscription

1. Pick a goal & focus your efforts

2. Use science-backed exercises

3. Make it a ritual4. Experiment and be curious

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focus your efforts

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use science-backed tools

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make it a ritual

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Three Good Things

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Three Good Things

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Three Good Things

Gratitude Letter

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Use Your Strengths

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try something new

9 Exercises 4 Tests 5 Happiness plans Positivity portfolio Blog 100+ Exclusive video clips

Practitioners

What’s worked? Assign exercises to clients Track progress Use videos

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What would you like to see?

How would you improve it? How would you share it? How would you describe it?

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