
Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar's Happy Hour
Happiness vs Positive Psychology
Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
Thank you for your interest in our Weekly Happy Hour—a special opportunity to connect with the Happiness Studies Academy (HSA) community and explore the science of happiness with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. As a guest of an HSA student, you’re invited to join this engaging session where we’ll dive into the principles of lasting transformation and wellbeing. Tal will share practical, science-backed strategies for aligning your actions with your aspirations—helping you build resilience, find fulfillment, and create meaningful change in both your personal and professional life. We’re excited to welcome you—reserve your spot and join us for an inspiring conversation!


Weekly Webinar
Thursday, May 29, 2025
2PM EDT (New York)

Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
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Thursday, May 29nd, 2 PM, New York, USA
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Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
Co-founder of the Happiness Studies Academy, creator and instructor of the Master's degree in Happiness Studies
An internationally renowned teacher and author in the fields of happiness and leadership.
Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar taught two of the most popular courses in Harvard University's history: Positive Psychology and The Psychology of Leadership
He co-founded the Happiness Studies Academy and created the Certificate in Happiness Studies, the first-ever Master of Arts in Happiness Studies, and a Happier School program. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have appeared on best-seller lists around the world.
Tal Ben-Shahar consults and lectures to executives in multinational corporations, educational institutions, and the general public. Topics include leadership, education, ethics, happiness, self-esteem, resilience, goal setting, and mindfulness.
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About HSA
Happiness Studies Academy, led by former Harvard professor Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, delivers online multilingual educational programs ranging from a year-long "Certificate in Happiness Studies" to a fully online, fully accredited Master's degree.
HSA is home to a dynamic and supportive global network consisting of thousands of professionals from 90 countries.
The mission of the Happiness Studies Academy is to lead the happiness revolution, by educating leaders who are themselves dedicated to personal, interpersonal, and communal flourishing.To realize our mission, we at HSA take a wholistic, interdisciplinary approach to teaching happiness—first in the way we define happiness, and second in the way we teach it. We define happiness as the experience of wholeperson wellbeing, or in short, the experience of wholebeing.

Lionel Fotsing
Central Africa
"many ways to getting me closer to my life goal"
"I could not thank Tal enough for giving me access to this unique course and contributing in many ways to getting me closer to my life goal. This opportunity in and of itself helped me rebuild my self-confidence and self-worth.
With this certificate, I see my possibilities open up, I can quantify my knowledge in the field of happiness science, and I can be accepted by the common man as being worthy of my teachings.
During these studies, I learned many psychological interventions that shall permit me to build up effective happiness programmes, I met numerous wonderful people with whom I've now built a group held together by strong friendship, and I'm part of the renowned HSA club which foresees the prosperous evolution of the Happiness movement - one in which I'm happy to receive and bring in my humble and sparkling contribution from Africa."

Inna Miliutina
Ukraine
"This has been the most unconventional, yet the most meaningful educational journey of my life."
Why Happiness is the New Currency of Professional Success ⚡️
The beginning of 2026 has been truly transformative for me. I am thrilled to share that I have completed a one-year academic course in Happiness Studies under the guidance of the incredible Tal Ben-Shahar , and I am now a Happiness Trainer Certified by the Happiness Studies Academy.
This has been the most unconventional, yet the most meaningful educational journey of my life.
My biggest takeaway? Well-being is not just a "nice-to-have" addition to success - it is its very foundation.
Over the past year, I haven't just increased my own well-being across all core life elements, I have fundamentally expanded my professional worldview. I now see more clearly than ever that human flourishing is the priority that must sit at the heart of any growth strategy - whether personal or organizational.
A massive thank you to Doctor Tal for sharing life-changing knowledge. Moving forward with a renewed sense of purpose and a new mission.

Olga Hanson-Shudrak
Luxembourg
"Happiness is not a destination. It’s a journey that is worth pursuing. It is a choice we can make every day."
"Since I can remember, I have been deeply curious, eager to explore new ideas, emerging trends, and different ways of understanding the world. I enjoy learning, testing, and discovering, whether in fast-evolving technology or in more human-centered fields.
Last year, this curiosity led me to Happiness Studies, a discipline that immediately resonated with me. The core message, that happiness is the ultimate currency in the world, reflected what I had long been striving for, both personally and professionally.
I decided to embark on this journey, and I am grateful to have completed it as a Certified Happiness Trainer.
The past year has been deeply insightful and transformative. Through research-based tools and practical frameworks, I gained a clearer understanding of how I navigate challenges while remaining grounded and genuinely happy. These techniques are now part of my daily life, and they are tools I am committed to sharing with others.
I have already had the opportunity to bring this work into Accenture Luxembourg and Belgium as part of our internal wellbeing initiatives, which focus on wellbeing, belonging, and integrity. Recently, I delivered my first workshop in Brussels, introducing the Spiritual dimension of the SPIRE Wellbeing Model, centered on meaning, purpose, and present-moment awareness.
This is only the beginning. I look forward to continuing this journey and supporting others in living more fulfilling, purposeful, and happier lives. Happiness is not a destination. It is a journey, and a choice we can make every day."

Janelle North
United States
"Grateful for the learning, the people..."
"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."

Nevriye Yesil
United States
"I learned so much about my body"
"I really enjoyed the spire yoga program. I learned so much about my body and how simple movements can rebalance it and avoid pain. I look forward to teaching it in my community very soon."

Cheena Kaul
United States
“Don’t just live the day. Design it.”
“Receiving my Happiness Studies certification in Athens felt especially meaningful, in a place shaped by philosophers like Socrates, who reminded us to question our assumptions and examine the stories through which we experience life.
Perhaps that is where change begins. Not always in finding new answers, but in noticing the questions we are living through.
What is my mind designing right now?
Don’t just live the day. Design it.”

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