I’m offering 3 well-being workshops in virtual and in-person formats: A Happier You, Habits of Happiness, and Mind & Build. Each workshop is customizable for your group and organization, with pre-workshop assessment and detailed post-session feedback. Learn more here.
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St. Joe’s Prep “Habits of Happiness” Series
My 3-part “Building Habits of Happiness” series is returning to St. Joe’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia in 2024. I’m looking forward to working with the 9th grade class to awaken their collective and individual optimism, growth potential, value-based decision-making, and positive connections. I’m looking forward to continuing our work together!
Meet Your New Active Listening Partner: ChatGPT
Large language AI models like ChatGPT are capable of responding to users with accurate empathy in surprisingly conversational ways. In this Psychology Today post, I talk about burnout, the possibilities of artificial empathy, and how AI might assist clinicians in providing mental health support.
Why are Californians So Happy?
California cities often rank among the highest in the nation when it comes to happiness. I shared some of the research that could help explain why in an interview with reporter Gianna Melillo from The Hill. Countries like Finland and Denmark, which consistently top the World Happiness Report, offer great insight into this question. Some of the contributing systemic factors to happiness in these countries are:
- High standard of living (large middle class)
- Low crime
- Clean environment where people can easily enjoy nature
- Strong education system and universal health care
- Generous parental leave and vacation time
- High levels
Digital Business Evolution Podcast
Jess DeRose and I discuss habits of happiness for 2023 on the Digital Business Evolution Podcast. We delve into gratitude, completeness, mindfulness, and how we access the lighter side of life. Listen here.
Hungarian Translation of A Happier You Released
Oriold just released their Hungarian translation of A Happier You. It’s an honor to be able to reach Hungarian-speaking people around the world. Many thanks to all who continue to support efforts to live more peacefully within ourselves and with each other.