The Science of Happiness (Prof. Elizabeth Dunn)

Happiness expert Prof Elizabeth Dunn, PhD shares insights into the science of happiness, and tips for being happier. Dunn sheds light on a wide range of questions:- How do we define and measure happiness?- Can we control our happiness - or is hard-wired into our DNA?- Can money buy happiness?- How can we spend our money - and time - in ways that boost happiness?- Do smartphones impact our happiness? Can we minimize any negative effects?- How has COVID-19 pandemic life changed our happiness and feelings of social connection? Prof Elizabeth Dunn is a leading researcher in the science of happiness. She is a professor of Psychology at the University of British Columbia where she heads up the Happy Lab. She is also author of Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending, and keynote speaker (e.g TED, TEDx, Pop!Tech). Links: Twitter @DunnHappyLab Sign up for one of Prof Dunn's happiness studies Prof Dunn's TED talks and more Book: Happy Money by Dr. Dunn --- HOSTED BY CHANA DAVIS, PHD Access more of Dr. Davis' work at fueledbyscience.com or on social @fueledbyscience (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)