Dr Martin Seligman | World-renowned founder of Positive Psychology; Director, Centre For Positive Psychology
University of Pennsylvania, USA | United States

Dr Martin Seligman, Positive Psychology Founder, University Pennsylvania

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 laugh and smile more, regardless of one's circumstances. Positive psychology interventions can also lastingly decrease depression symptoms. He is the international best-selling author of 'Authentic Happiness' and 'Learned Optimism' among many other titles.

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Appearances at this years' conference:

CONFERENCE DAY TWO - FRIDAY 2 MARCH, 2012


@ 09.00
FLOURISHING: A VISIONARY NEW UNDERSTANDING OF HAPPINESS AND WELL-BEING

  • Is happiness enough for a fulfilled life?
  • What does the research say about positive psychology in the treatment and prevention of depression?
  • How does positive emotion affect our physical health?
  • Practical strategies to boost our happiness and well-being
  • Making the world a better place: positive education, positive health and the economics of well-being.

  • › Dr Martin Seligman, World-renowned founder of Positive Psychology; Director, Centre For Positive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, USA
@ 12.00
PANEL: WHAT IS THE MEASURE OF A FLOURISHING LIFE?

  • What can you do to increase your satisfaction in life?
  • Using your time well: doing more of what satisfies you and less of what doesn’t
  • What are potential “threats” to your happiness? 
  • Can you flourish while social and environmental problems abound?
  • What would constitute “national happiness”?

  • › Dr Martin Seligman, World-renowned founder of Positive Psychology; Director, Centre For Positive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, USA

WORKSHOP 1: FLOURISHING


@ 09.00
Post-conference half-day workshop

Saturday 3 March 2012
9am - 12pm incl. half hour coffee break
SMC Function Cenre, 66 Goulburn St, Sydney

with Dr Martin Seligman, world-renowned founder of Positive Psychology; Director, Centre For Positive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, USA; best-selling author: Authentic Happiness and Flourishing: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-Being.

An in-depth workshop with internationally esteemed psychologist, Martin Seligman, exploring his new theory of well-being and what constitutes a fulfilling life. Rather than simply experiencing positive emotions, well-being is defined as consisting of PERMA:

  • P: Positive Emotions – experiencing joy and pleasure.
  • E: Engagement (or flow) – being consciously involved in our activities.
  • R: Relationships – having enjoyable and supportive interactions with others.
  • M: Meaning – creating a purposeful narrative about our lives.
  • A: Accomplishments – completing our goals and following our core values.

In this workshop Dr Seligman will present new findings from the science of well-being and an evidence based exercise in each category. Applications from individuals to schools to the US Army will be reviewed. 
 

  • › Dr Martin Seligman, World-renowned founder of Positive Psychology; Director, Centre For Positive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, USA