Our Students & Graduates In Their Words

"Focusing on the small things you can do to improve your wellbeing leads to big changes for you and for those around you. This course guides you step by step to improve yourself, your relationships, and your environment. Enrolling and becoming part of it has been one of the best decisions I have made."

"Attending the MA in Happiness Studies was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. It gave structure and scientific foundation to my work, besides bringing it to a deeper level of understanding and execution. Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar has an extraordinary talent for explaining the most complex concepts and texts, and to welcome all to a fun and effective learning experience. His team of professors are the final touch that helps make the experience a memorable one, which I will forever keep in my "chest" of dear memories."

"What does it look like to pause and truly honor a milestone along the way? This past November, I attended my second Happiness Studies Academy Retreat in Rio de Janeiro. It was a beautiful experience — rich conversations, thoughtful reflection, and time spent with an incredible community. A meaningful highlight for me was receiving my Certificate in Happiness Studies. While our Master’s program officially wrapped in December 2025 and graduation will take place in May 2026, this moment marked an important milestone: I am now a Certified Happiness Trainer. Thank you Tal Ben-Shahar! This journey continues to shape how I show up in my coaching and consulting work - reminding me that sustainable change doesn’t come from pushing harder, but from creating space for awareness, intention, and care. Grateful for the learning, the people, and the quiet reminders along the way."