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SUMMARY:Flourishing: from science to policy - Professor Felicia Huppert\, 
 University of Cambridge
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CONTACT:Nik Darshane
DESCRIPTION:The past few years have seen a startling reframing of what the
  goal of government and organisations should be.  Economic growth is no lo
 nger regarded as an end in itself\, but as a means to an end – and that 
 end is well-being.  Well-being or ‘flourishing’ refers to the ability 
 of people to develop their full potential as individuals\, in relationship
 s and as members of the wider society. Individuals and groups may vary in 
 their levels of flourishing\, but the skills for flourishing can be learnt
 . \nThis presentation will explore the issue of how well-being should be d
 efined and measured\, and its principle determinants at the individual and
  population level. Evidence from behavioural science and neuroscience will
  be presented\, which supports the use of well-being interventions as an e
 ffective means of enhancing flourishing in individuals and organisations. 
 Particular attention will be paid to mindfulness training\, which with its
  emphasis on curiosity\, awareness and kindness towards oneself and others
 \, can be regarded as foundational to flourishing. The policy implications
  of mindfulness and other approaches to increasing well-being in the domai
 ns of mental health\, education and the workplace will be discussed. \n
LOCATION:PPSIS Seminar Room (Free School Lane)
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