The Art of Happiness: An Explorative Study of a Contemplative Program for Subjective Well-Being.

ABSTRACT: In recent decades, psychological research on the effects of mindfulness-based interventions has greatly developed and demonstrated a range of beneficial outcomes in a variety of populations and contexts. Yet, the question of how to foster subjective well-being and happiness remains open. Here, we assessed the effectiveness of an integrated mental training program The Art of Happiness on psychological well-being in a general population. The mental training program was designed to help practitioners develop new ways to nurture their own happiness. This was achieved by seven modules aimed at cultivating positive cognition strategies and behaviors using both formal (i.e., lectures, meditations) and informal practices (i.e., open discussions). The program was conducted over a period of 9

SUBMITTER: Rastelli C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7904679 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature