Keynote 1

 9.35am Thursday 11 April

The How, What, And Why Of Happiness: The Science Of Interventions Aimed At Increasing Well-Being

ABSTRACT:  Happiness not only feels good; it is good. Relative to their less happy peers, happy people are more creative, productive, and helpful; have more stable marriages and higher incomes:, and boast stronger immune systems. Fortunately, research has shown that most people can intentionally increase their happiness. In this presentation, I will describe both classic and cutting-edge research on the “how” and “why” of happiness—that is, when and why such practices as gratitude or kindness work “best” and how small and simple activities can transform people into happier and more flourishing individuals.