The Secret to Satisfaction - Is Everything We've Been Told About Happiness Wrong?

Explore the complex nature of happiness and wellbeing in this 49-minute panel discussion from the University of Melbourne's PsychTalks series. Delve into thought-provoking questions about the pursuit of happiness, its relationship with mental health, and the role of pain and suffering in promoting wellbeing. Examine the rise of mental illness rates worldwide and question whether current approaches to happiness are effective. Learn about the Hilda Survey, positive psychology, and the impact of social media on mental health. Discover insights on the value of discussing less happy life experiences, the science of compassion, and the importance of self-awareness. Gain a deeper understanding of who tends to be most satisfied in life and explore various therapeutic approaches for detecting and addressing mental health issues early.

Intro
Has there been a real rise in mental health issues
What does it mean to be happy
The Hilda Survey
The Value System
Its not a tale of woe
What is positive psychology
Pressures on young people
Social media and mental health
The positive side of pain
The rise of positive psychology
All life events have eventual effect
I wouldnt swap what happened
Why is that so much
Who are the most satisfied
The science of compassion
Readjusting our goal
Detecting problems early
Therapy
Selfawareness