Bu With Declan Edwards

In this episode of How to Be Happy, we’re joined by our very first guest on the show—Beth Belford. Beth is a Freshman Year graduate of BU Happiness College, a neurodivergent high achiever, and a recovering perfectionist who’s spent the past year learning how to create a happier, more fulfilling life.During our conversation, Beth shares her personal journey of developing the skills and science of happiness, including how she’s learned to be kinder to herself, rest without guilt, and redefine success in a way that doesn’t lead to burnout.If you’ve ever struggled with balancing ambition and wellbeing, or if you’re curious about how happiness can be something we actively build and grow, this episode offers plenty of inspiration and insight.Listen now to uncover how Beth Belford became happier—and how you can too.Join the happiness ripple effect by:Following Declan on:- LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/declan-edwards-bu-happiness-college⁠⁠- Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/declanedwards_bu⁠⁠- TikTok:

You believe in creating a happier workplace—but how do you get leadership on board?In this episode of How to Be Happy at Work, workplace happiness expert Declan Edwards arms you with the stats, research, and arguments you need to make happiness a business priority. You’ll learn:✅ How workplace happiness boosts productivity, engagement, and retention✅ The financial benefits of investing in employee well-being—including ROI figures leaders can’t ignore✅ Why happier workplaces outperform their competitors and even outperform the stock marketPlus, we’ll cover the ethical and societal case for workplace happiness and why supporting employees’ well-being is about more than just business—it’s about building a better world.If you’ve ever struggled to convince leadership that happiness is worth investing in, this episode gives you the evidence-backed case you need to make a compelling pitch.

If happiness was a recipe, what ingredients would you include?In this episode of How to Be Happy, Declan Edwards introduces the PERMA+ model, a research-backed framework for creating a happier life, and helps you:✅ Discover the six essential ingredients of happiness: Positive Affect, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Achievement, and Health✅ Reflect on your personal happiness recipe—what’s working and what’s missing?✅ Take a simple self-assessment to measure and improve different areas of your well-beingHappiness isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s a unique blend of elements that work best for you. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a personalised roadmap to living a more fulfilling life.

What if happiness isn’t just something you feel—but something you can learn?In this episode of How to Be Happy, happiness researcher Declan Edwards breaks down the science behind happiness as a skill set and reveals:✅ The two types of skills—technical skills vs. human skills—and why the latter are key to a fulfilling life✅ The 4-stage learning process that every skill (including happiness) follows✅ How to move past the frustrating “struggle phase” and build happiness skills fasterIf you’ve ever felt like happiness is out of reach, this episode will show you that it’s something you can actively develop—just like learning an instrument, a language, or a sport.

What does it truly mean to be happy at work? Is it about well-being? Engagement? Culture? Leadership?In this first episode of How to Be Happy at Work, happiness researcher and workplace consultant Declan Edwards unpacks the most critical question in workplace happiness: how do we define it?You'll discover:✅ Why happiness at work is more than just feeling good✅ The five core pillars of a thriving workplace: well-being, engagement, culture, leadership, and resilience✅ The latest research on workplace happiness and its impact on employee experience, performance, and business successBy the end of this episode, you'll have a clear framework for understanding and improving happiness in your workplace. Whether you're an HR professional, a leader, or someone passionate about workplace well-being, this episode is your foundation for building a happier, more engaged, and high-performing team.

We all want to be happier—but have you ever stopped to ask yourself, what actually is happiness?Happiness has been debated for thousands of years, from ancient philosophers to modern psychologists, and no single definition fits everyone. In this episode, happiness researcher Declan Edwards unpacks:✅ Why defining happiness on your own terms is essential✅ The difference between fleeting happiness and deeper, long-term fulfillment✅ The science-backed frameworks that help us understand happiness, including the emotional umbrella theory and the idea that happiness is a skillBy the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what happiness means to you—and how to start building a happier life.

Welcome to the 'How to Be Happy' podcast!Are you ready to explore what it truly means to live a happier life? In this introductory episode you'll meet your host, Declan Edwards—happiness researcher, coach, and founder of BU Happiness College—as he shares why How to Be Happy exists, what you can expect from the show, and how you can become an active part of the ripple effect of happiness.You’ll discover: - The two shows within the podcast: How To Be Happy (personal happiness) and How To Be Happy (At Work) (workplace happiness). - Declan’s personal journey and mission to grow global happiness.- How you can use this podcast to learn, practice, and share proven strategies for a happier workplace and life.Join the happiness ripple effect by:Following Declan on:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/declan-edwards-bu-happiness-college- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/declanedwards_bu- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@that.happiness.guyFollowing BU Happiness College on:- LinkedIn: https://www.linked