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SUMMARY:Happiness Habits: Norwich
DESCRIPTION:HAPPINESS HABITS \nThis 6-week course has been developed by the charity Action for Happiness\, drawing on the wisdom of experts across many fields to cover the practical habits of living a happier life and spreading happiness to others. \nWeek-by-Week Breakdown: \nWeek 1: Gratitude\, Thursday\, September 4\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nWeek 2: Self-Care\, Thursday\, September 11\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nWeek 3: Relationships\, Thursday\, September 18\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nWeek 4: Resilience\, Thursday\, September 25\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nWeek 5: Kindness\, Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nWeek 6: Meaning\, Thursday\, October 9\, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nAll timings are local time for the course location. \nThe course is run by local volunteers and is offered on a donation basis—so please feel free to give whatever you can afford. Most people choose the suggested donation\, but any amount is welcome\, and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \nABOUT THE COURSE \nHappiness Habits is a secular\, science-based program for anyone looking to learn how to live happily and share that happiness with others. Each week focuses on a different theme—from gratitude and self-care to resilience and meaning. \nWhat you’ll do each week: \n– Watch expert videos that reveal the latest research and practical tips for happier living\n– Participate in group discussions and mindfulness practices that help you apply what you learn\n– Take home self-chosen actions to integrate these habits into your daily life\n– Each week features exclusive content some of the world’s most trusted experts in the science of happiness: \nWeek 1: Gratitude \nWhat can we learn about happiness? Vanessa King – Head of Psychology\, Action for Happiness\nHow can we become happier? Shawn Achor – Bestselling Positive Psychology Author \nWeek 2: Self-Care \nHow can we be kinder to ourselves? Kristen Neff – Professor of Psychology\, University of Texas\nHow can we get the basics right? Rupy Aujla – General Practice Doctor and Healthy Eating Expert & Darryl Edwards – Movement Coach and Author \nWeek 3: Relationships \nWhy are relationships important for our happiness? Robert Waldinger – Professor of Psychiatry\, Harvard Medical School\nHow can we look after our Relationships? Roxy Manning – Psychotherapist and Nonviolent Communication Expert \nWeek 4: Resilience \nHow can we be more resilient? Tal Ben-Shahar – Positive Psychologist\, Harvard University\nHow can we be happy in dark times? Maria Sirois – Positive Psychologist and Author \nWeek 5: Kindness \nHow can we become kinder? Matthieu Ricard\, Buddhist Monk and Author\nWhy does kindness matter? Chude Jideonwo – Journalist and Entrepreneur & Nipun Mehta – Founder of ServiceSpace \nWeek 6: Meaning \nWhat makes life meaningful? Gretchen Rubin\, Bestselling Author\nWhat should be the purpose of our lives? Jon Kabat-Zinn – Professor of Medicine\, University of Massachusetts & Richard Layard – Economist\, London School of Economics \nWHO THE COURSE IS FOR\nThis course is for anyone interested in exploring how to create and share happiness—whether you’re: \n– Rebuilding your well-being after tough times\n– Seeking the latest research to dive deeper into happiness science\n– Looking to connect with like-minded people for mutual support\n– Eager to help others from family and friends to your wider community\n– No prior experience is required. If you have a keen interest in boosting your own happiness or in helping others lead happier lives\, this course is for you. \nPlease note: while the course is supportive and community-focused\, it is not group therapy. If you’re experiencing severe challenges\, we recommend seeking professional help. \nWhy Six Weeks? \nWe know 6 weekly sessions might feel like a big commitment\, but many past participants say this structure helps them steadily build new habits and truly experience positive change. If life gets in the way and you can’t attend every session\, don’t worry—you can still benefit from the weeks you do join. \n“I was concerned that six weeks would be too much\, but I ended up looking forward to every session. The pace made it easier to adopt new habits and keep them going!”\n— Emily\, Bristol \nHOW IT WORKS\n– Session Structure: 2-hour weekly meet-ups (Online)\n– Approved Volunteers: selected and trained by our team\n– Small Group: We keep each course group between 10 and 20 people to ensure meaningful discussions\n– Donation of your choice: (Suggested donation: £60) Though you can contact us for a free place if you need one\n– Location & Timing: This course will be held (Online) in Norwich starting on 4th Sep 2025 and running for 6 consecutive weeks. \nWhat if I have more questions?\nEmail us anytime at courses@actionforhappiness.org. We’re here to help you make the choice that’s right for you.
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