Martin Seligman at Happiness & Its Causes 2012

Dr Seligman's research into positive emotion, positive character traits, and positive institutions has demonstrated that it is possible to be happier - to feel more satisfied, to be more engaged with life, find more meaning, have higher hopes, and probably even laug…more ›

Martin Seligman
Positive Psychology Founder
University Pennsylvania
Sogyal Rinpoche at Happiness & Its Causes 2012

With his remarkable gift for presenting the essence of Tibetan Buddhism in a way that is both authentic and profoundly relevant to the modern mind, Sogyal Rinpoche is one of the most renowned teachers of our time. He is also the author of the highly acclaimed and groun…more ›

Sogyal Rinpoche
Revered Buddhist teacher
Rigpa
Ellen Langer at Happiness & Its Causes 2012

Ellen Langer, Yale PhD, Harvard Professor of Psychology, artist, recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and three Distinguished Scientist Awards has authored eleven books and over 200 research articles. Each topic studied is examined through the lens of her theory of min…more ›

Ellen Langer
Pioneering researcher
Harvard University
Peter Singer at Happiness & Its Causes 2012

Peter Singer was born in Melbourne and educated at the University of Melbourne and the University of Oxford. He is Ira W. DeCamp Professor of Bioethics in the University Center for Human Values at Princeton University and Laureate Professor at the University of Melbour…more ›

Peter Singer
World leading philosopher
Princeton University
Ita Buttrose at Happiness & Its Causes 2012

Ita Buttrose AO OBE has enjoyed an extensive career in print, radio and television. She has edited leading magazines and newspapers including Sydney's Daily Telegraph, Sunday Telegraph and Sun-Herald as well as The Australian Women's Weekly, Cleo and ITA. Twic…more ›

Ita Buttrose
Former Editor
Aust Women's Weekly
 
  
 

WHY ARE WE HERE? HOW CAN WE BE HAPPY? HOW SHOULD WE LIVE? 

Join the best and brightest minds in philosophy, science, psychology, spirituality and the arts in exploring these questions and more at Happiness & Its Causes 2012. 

Be motivated and inspired by an extraordinary roll call of 40+ speakers from Australia and abroad!

Keynotes include world-renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, Sogyal Rinpoche; founder of positive psychology Dr Martin Seligman; acclaimed ethicist, philosopher and author, Peter Singer; pioneering researcher into successful ageing Ellen Langer; playwright and National Living Treasure, David Williamson and ground-breaking journalist, Ita Buttrose

 
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LIFE, DEATH & EVERYTHING ...

Now in its 7th amazing year, Happiness & Its Causes is the world’s leading conference examining the varied causes of a happy and meaningful life.

Join the more than 10,000 people who have enjoyed our potent mix of cutting edge research, philosophical, scientific and social perspectives and inspiring personal stories. 

Featuring leading Australian and international thinkers, authors and social commentators such as best-selling author Peter FitzSimons; mother and media personality, Jessica Rowe; the world’s leading Feng Shui practitioner, Lillian Too; organisational expert Lissane Oliver, interfaith minister Stephanie Dowrick, comedian Ahn Do and two of Australia’s most popular broadcasters Angela Catterns and Wendy Harmer.  

 
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Get a grip on the big issues

Be stimulated by a meeting of extraordinary minds grappling with the most important issues for enhancing happiness and wellbeing for ourselves and others.

  • Finding your life’s purpose
  • Living well and dying well
  • Putting the things that matter first
  • Nurturing close relationships
  • Developing a healthy lifestyle
  • Creating meaning at work
  • Taking action for a happier society

10,000+ past delegates!

Be part of the world’s largest forum exploring human happiness and well-being – attracting people of all ages and from all walks of life, including professionals in:

  • Psychology
  • Counselling
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Social work
  • Business
  • Community and youth work

In-depth workshops 

Don’t forget our morning and afternoon workshops, for going more deeply into conference themes. Check out what’s on offer:

  • Flourishing
  • Happier Workplaces Using Human Instincts
  • Mindful Living For Health And Happiness
  • Sorted! Organise Your Life, Work And Home
  • 10 Keys To Happier Living
  • Living in Harmony: Starting With Ourselves AND MORE ...