Our Students & Graduates In Their Words

"Little did I know in joining this program, that I would add as much value and wholeness to my life in the midst of a pandemic as I have. Changes such as better defining my purpose in life and what drives my happiness, guided meditations that focus on my breathing, being more self-aware of my body and my emotions, incorporating more physical activity and natural foods into my diet, continuing my intellectual pursuits in various subjects, being more aware of my relationships and the importance of nurturing them, and giving myself the permission to be human, and not rejecting emotions that I once did, have all improved my happiness and state of wholebeing. I encourage anyone and everyone to participate in this program if they want to know what true happiness is and how to attain it. The program's interdisciplinary approach to understanding happiness is unique and excellently arranged into the most harmoniously, wisdom-filled present one could hope for."

The HSA certificate has been transformative in my life. I'm grateful for the high-quality teachings of Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar which have been a world of knowledge and inspiration that have enriched my life and have transformed the way I see the world. What I have learned gave me the extra push I needed to materialize my dream of creating a gratitude practice in the form of cards. Like Dr. Tal, I’m a firm believer that Gratitude is a superpower that every person on this planet can use to live a more satisfying life and become more resilient to take on everyday challenges. "

"The Happiness Studies Academy courses are so important for every human being from young to old to learn. It provides the most practical tools to elevate happiness and wellbeing. This was the best course I have ever encountered. Tal is a great lecturer, highly articulate and pleasant. He leads his students through a journey with a comprehensive material and knowledge that makes this course outstanding. I implement the tools I have learned in my everyday life and use it in my clinic as a Chinese Medicine practitioner. and it works :) Furtheremore; I started lecturing about happiness thanks to the coherent short lectures that Tal is providing each graduate. The HSA is a community of happiness minded people and as a student and graduate I am enjoying the weekly webinars that Tal is holding for this community. The webinars are a continuum to the courses and great reminders for me to stay in the happiness journey. I thank Tal and his staff so much for this wonderful opportunity for my personal and professional growth. "