In this episode we discuss the root of happiness by exploring “Happy”, a film written, directed, and co-produced by Roko Belic; which has won 7 awards.

We also include source material from Ted Talks, statistics from Psychology Today, and information from Marisa Peer’s book, “I Am Enough”. 

What is happiness

By studying people’s “Happiness level” around the world, researchers have identified that happy people lived better, more productive, healthier, and longer lives!

This brilliant documentary jumps from scientific research to light-hearted and sometimes emotional testimonials of people from different walks of life and backgrounds, spanning 14 countries. Commentary is weaved in from professionals who cover the newest findings in positive psychology. 

They interviewed a number of psychologists around the world, including Ed Diener, a professor of psychology at the University of Illinois; Richard Davidson, a professor at the University of Wisconsin's Lab of Affective Neuroscience; and Sonja Lyubomirsky, professor at the University of California, Riverside and author of “The How of Happiness”. 

HAPPY combines real life stories of people from around the world and powerful interviews with the leading scientists in “happiness research” to take us on a journey from the swamps of Louisiana to the slums of Kolkata in search of what really makes people happy. HAPPY explores the secrets behind our most valued emotion.

In this episode, you’ll find 10 key takeaways from the documentary “Happy”!