Lee Kum Sheung Center for Health and Happiness
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Dr. Sara Lazar published a paper exploring how meditation can help scientists align personal values with ethical scientific practices, and recommending practical mindfulness-based programs to support integrity in research. Read it here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12671-025-02646-0
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Dr. Sara Lazar published a paper exploring how meditation can help scientists align personal values with ethical scientific practices, and recommending practical mindfulness-based programs to support integrity in research. Read it here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12671-025-02646-0
Want to know how mindfulness can boost your mental and physical health? 🌱 Check out this video featuring Center affiliate and renowned mindfulness expert Dr. Sara Lazar, as she dives into the science and benefits of mindfulness practice. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SEcbpxtTQ4&t=2s
November 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Want to know how mindfulness can boost your mental and physical health? 🌱 Check out this video featuring Center affiliate and renowned mindfulness expert Dr. Sara Lazar, as she dives into the science and benefits of mindfulness practice. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SEcbpxtTQ4&t=2s
Earlier this month, Assistant Director Kelsey Torres and Program and Research Coordinator Karina Duffy presented about our Center to the Mississippi Delta Scholars, a program advancing health and well-being in the Delta through research, engagement, and leadership.
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Earlier this month, Assistant Director Kelsey Torres and Program and Research Coordinator Karina Duffy presented about our Center to the Mississippi Delta Scholars, a program advancing health and well-being in the Delta through research, engagement, and leadership.
Reminder: RSVP for our well-being workshop TOMORROW, 1–1:50 PM in Kresge 502! Learn neurodiversity-affirming strategies to manage stress & boost motivation. Fidget toys provided! Open to Harvard community: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cPk9z7Xejq5FzPo
November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Reminder: RSVP for our well-being workshop TOMORROW, 1–1:50 PM in Kresge 502! Learn neurodiversity-affirming strategies to manage stress & boost motivation. Fidget toys provided! Open to Harvard community: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cPk9z7Xejq5FzPo
Last week, Richard Weissbourd discussed how our culture’s focus on achievement and happiness can undermine children’s moral growth and well-being. He highlighted the importance of nurturing kids’ moral and social development.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtJPtj6-J4w
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtJPtj6-J4w
November 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Last week, Richard Weissbourd discussed how our culture’s focus on achievement and happiness can undermine children’s moral growth and well-being. He highlighted the importance of nurturing kids’ moral and social development.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtJPtj6-J4w
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtJPtj6-J4w
We're hiring! The Center seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research on positive health, happiness, and health equity. Doctorate required. Full-time, hybrid. Apply by Dec 2: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/15436
#Postdoc #AcademicJobs #ResearchJobs #PublicHealth
#Postdoc #AcademicJobs #ResearchJobs #PublicHealth
November 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We're hiring! The Center seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research on positive health, happiness, and health equity. Doctorate required. Full-time, hybrid. Apply by Dec 2: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/15436
#Postdoc #AcademicJobs #ResearchJobs #PublicHealth
#Postdoc #AcademicJobs #ResearchJobs #PublicHealth
✨ On Wednesday, Dec 3, from 1–1:50PM in Kresge 202A, join our well-being workshop with Jeniece Brock, DrPh ’27! Create a vision board, clarify your values, and plan for a joyful 2026. ☕🍪 Hot chocolate & cookies provided!
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkqT6E9MpeAMTuC
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkqT6E9MpeAMTuC
November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
✨ On Wednesday, Dec 3, from 1–1:50PM in Kresge 202A, join our well-being workshop with Jeniece Brock, DrPh ’27! Create a vision board, clarify your values, and plan for a joyful 2026. ☕🍪 Hot chocolate & cookies provided!
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkqT6E9MpeAMTuC
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkqT6E9MpeAMTuC
Happening THIS WEDNESDAY! Join us Nov 12, 1–1:50 PM (FXB G12 & online) for our Virtues for Well-being Seminar with Richard Weissbourd. Don’t miss insights on fostering moral development and community in children.
RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happening THIS WEDNESDAY! Join us Nov 12, 1–1:50 PM (FXB G12 & online) for our Virtues for Well-being Seminar with Richard Weissbourd. Don’t miss insights on fostering moral development and community in children.
RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
Join us Nov 20, 1–1:50 PM in Kresge 502 for a well-being workshop led by Kris Berg, MPH ’26! Learn neurodiversity-affirming ways to manage stress & boost motivation. Fidget toys provided. Open to all. RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cPk9z7Xejq5FzPo
November 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Join us Nov 20, 1–1:50 PM in Kresge 502 for a well-being workshop led by Kris Berg, MPH ’26! Learn neurodiversity-affirming ways to manage stress & boost motivation. Fidget toys provided. Open to all. RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cPk9z7Xejq5FzPo
Don’t forget! The next Virtues for Well-being seminar with Richard Weissbourd will be held on Wednesday, November 12th, 1–1:50 PM (FXB G12 & online). Join us for actionable insights on fostering moral development in children. RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
November 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Don’t forget! The next Virtues for Well-being seminar with Richard Weissbourd will be held on Wednesday, November 12th, 1–1:50 PM (FXB G12 & online). Join us for actionable insights on fostering moral development in children. RSVP today! https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40KyEHyDv1MLG0S
To all Harvard faculty and research scientists: applications for our 2026 Positive Health Grants are due November 21st. Learn more and apply: https://hsph.harvard.edu/research/health-happiness/funding-opportunities/innovations-in-positive-health-grant-funding-opportunity/
October 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
To all Harvard faculty and research scientists: applications for our 2026 Positive Health Grants are due November 21st. Learn more and apply: https://hsph.harvard.edu/research/health-happiness/funding-opportunities/innovations-in-positive-health-grant-funding-opportunity/
Director Viswanath presented a new case study on Lee Kum Kee Group’s “Si Li Ji Ren” philosophy and its impact on employee well-being. Read key findings: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/news/happiness-and-well-being-in-the-workplace-the-management-philosophy-of-the-lee-kum-kee-group/
October 27, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Director Viswanath presented a new case study on Lee Kum Kee Group’s “Si Li Ji Ren” philosophy and its impact on employee well-being. Read key findings: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/news/happiness-and-well-being-in-the-workplace-the-management-philosophy-of-the-lee-kum-kee-group/
Attention Harvard Doctoral Students: we are offering up to $2,500 in funding to support your positive health-related dissertation! Applications are due by November 21st. Learn more and apply here: https://hsph.harvard.edu/research/health-happiness/funding-opportunities/dissertation-research-awards/
October 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Attention Harvard Doctoral Students: we are offering up to $2,500 in funding to support your positive health-related dissertation! Applications are due by November 21st. Learn more and apply here: https://hsph.harvard.edu/research/health-happiness/funding-opportunities/dissertation-research-awards/
How do we raise caring, moral children amid today’s focus on achievement? Join Richard Weissbourd for our Virtues for Well-being seminar—Nov 12, 1-1:50PM, FXB G12 & online. All are welcome. https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-richard-weissbourd/
October 20, 2025 at 1:10 PM
How do we raise caring, moral children amid today’s focus on achievement? Join Richard Weissbourd for our Virtues for Well-being seminar—Nov 12, 1-1:50PM, FXB G12 & online. All are welcome. https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-richard-weissbourd/
Missed Dr. Sara Konrath’s seminar on the science of sustainable giving? Catch the recording on our YouTube! Learn how empathy and generosity improve well-being—and how to give meaningfully without burnout.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM6VHXkdzBY
#Empathy #Wellbeing #Generosity #MentalHealth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM6VHXkdzBY
#Empathy #Wellbeing #Generosity #MentalHealth
October 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Missed Dr. Sara Konrath’s seminar on the science of sustainable giving? Catch the recording on our YouTube! Learn how empathy and generosity improve well-being—and how to give meaningfully without burnout.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM6VHXkdzBY
#Empathy #Wellbeing #Generosity #MentalHealth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM6VHXkdzBY
#Empathy #Wellbeing #Generosity #MentalHealth
Reminder: Join us TOMORROW for our Virtues for Well-being event with Dr. Sara Konrath! Learn how empathy and generosity boost well-being, with tips for sustainable giving.
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
#Wellbeing #Empathy #Generosity #MentalHealth
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
#Wellbeing #Empathy #Generosity #MentalHealth
October 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Reminder: Join us TOMORROW for our Virtues for Well-being event with Dr. Sara Konrath! Learn how empathy and generosity boost well-being, with tips for sustainable giving.
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
#Wellbeing #Empathy #Generosity #MentalHealth
RSVP today: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
#Wellbeing #Empathy #Generosity #MentalHealth
Yesterday, we partnered with the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) to host a Fall Social! It was inspiring to connect with so many dedicated SBS students. Thanks to Drs. Brynn Austin and Vish Viswanath for their thoughtful remarks.
October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Yesterday, we partnered with the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) to host a Fall Social! It was inspiring to connect with so many dedicated SBS students. Thanks to Drs. Brynn Austin and Vish Viswanath for their thoughtful remarks.
Thrilled to kick off our “Virtues for Well-being” series w/ Dr. Victor Strecher! He shared how purpose boosts mental health & resilience, from Greek philosophy to AI. Missed it? Watch the full seminar on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSfkmhBc3rQ
#Purpose #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #AI
#Purpose #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #AI
September 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Thrilled to kick off our “Virtues for Well-being” series w/ Dr. Victor Strecher! He shared how purpose boosts mental health & resilience, from Greek philosophy to AI. Missed it? Watch the full seminar on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSfkmhBc3rQ
#Purpose #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #AI
#Purpose #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #AI
Enjoyed Dr. Strecher’s seminar? Join us Oct 15 for our next Virtues for Well-being event with Dr. Sara Konrath on how empathy and generosity boost well-being. Hear the latest research and tips for sustainable giving—RSVP now: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
September 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Enjoyed Dr. Strecher’s seminar? Join us Oct 15 for our next Virtues for Well-being event with Dr. Sara Konrath on how empathy and generosity boost well-being. Hear the latest research and tips for sustainable giving—RSVP now: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hPMAV8B8flld0a
Last chance to RSVP! Join us TOMORROW, Sept. 24, 1–1:50 PM in FXB G12 or online for our Virtues for Well-being series launch. Dr. Victor Strecher will share how purpose and resilience can help you thrive in an AI-driven world. RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
September 23, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Last chance to RSVP! Join us TOMORROW, Sept. 24, 1–1:50 PM in FXB G12 or online for our Virtues for Well-being series launch. Dr. Victor Strecher will share how purpose and resilience can help you thrive in an AI-driven world. RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
Reminder: Join us next Wednesday, Sept. 24, for the launch of our Virtues for Well-being series with Dr. Victor Strecher! Discover how purpose and resilience can boost well-being, even in an AI-driven world.
RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
September 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Reminder: Join us next Wednesday, Sept. 24, for the launch of our Virtues for Well-being series with Dr. Victor Strecher! Discover how purpose and resilience can boost well-being, even in an AI-driven world.
RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
RSVP: https://harvard.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TbmnCRUKeqHxc
Join us for the second Virtues for Well-being seminar with Dr. Sara Konrath, expert in empathy and generosity. Learn research-backed strategies for giving and enhancing your own well-being.
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
September 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Join us for the second Virtues for Well-being seminar with Dr. Sara Konrath, expert in empathy and generosity. Learn research-backed strategies for giving and enhancing your own well-being.
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
Excited to launch our "Virtues for Well-being" seminar series! First up: Dr. Victor Strecher shares insights on purpose, mental health, and thriving in an AI-driven world.
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
September 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Excited to launch our "Virtues for Well-being" seminar series! First up: Dr. Victor Strecher shares insights on purpose, mental health, and thriving in an AI-driven world.
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
Join us for the second Virtues for Well-being seminar with Dr. Sara Konrath, expert in empathy and generosity. Learn research-backed strategies for giving and enhancing your own well-being.
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
September 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Join us for the second Virtues for Well-being seminar with Dr. Sara Konrath, expert in empathy and generosity. Learn research-backed strategies for giving and enhancing your own well-being.
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-sara-konrath/
Excited to launch our "Virtues for Well-being" seminar series! First up: Dr. Victor Strecher shares insights on purpose, mental health, and thriving in an AI-driven world.
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
September 8, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Excited to launch our "Virtues for Well-being" seminar series! First up: Dr. Victor Strecher shares insights on purpose, mental health, and thriving in an AI-driven world.
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/
Learn more & RSVP: https://hsph.harvard.edu/health-happiness/events/virtues-for-well-being-a-seminar-with-dr-victor-strecher/