Social Connection
From Knoxville Happiness Coalition by Happiness Fuels Success
April 15, 2026 · 17 min
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of social connection and happiness, referencing a long-term study and promoting an upcoming event focused on measuring happiness.
The Harvard Study of Adult Development began on its groundbreaking journey in 1938, featuring a diverse cohort of 724 participants. This initial group comprised 268 Harvard College undergraduate students and 456 14 year old boys from economically challenged neighborhoods in Boston, Massachusetts. The study, initiated by Dr. Arlie Bock, aimed to unravel the mysteries of a fulfilling and content life. If this spoke to you, I would love to connect. I work with organizations and leaders who are navigating the intersection of AI, performance, and human wellbeing. I offer interactive keynotes, coaching, and team trainings designed to help you build the happiness habits and human centered leadership practices that sustain people inside acceleration. Every session is grounded in positive psychology research and designed to be experienced, not just heard. Save the date and join us Saturday March 20, 2027 in Knoxville, Tennessee for our annual International Day of Happiness celebration. This year’s theme is Measuring Happiness, and it begins with a Saturday morning breakfast gathering bringing together leaders, researchers, and practitioners who believe that what we measure shapes what we…
People in this episode
Host: Happiness Fuels Success
Topics covered
- social connection
- happiness
- positive psychology
- leadership development
- human wellbeing
Keywords
- happiness
- social connection
- positive psychology
- leadership
- wellbeing
- Harvard study
- International Day of Happiness
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Harvard Study of Adult Development
Places: Knoxville, Tennessee, Great Smoky Mountains
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