2-3 APRIL 2016HORDERN PAVILION & ROYAL HALL OF INDUSTRIES, SYDNEY

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This is my 10th Happiness & Its Causes conference. I have never been disappointed. There is always something new to learn, an idea to challenge me, meet new people, share experiences. It is the top shelf conference of conferences. I love being here.MARINA CHADILOFF, DIRECTOR, WHOLISTIC LEARNING

Happiness is important. It’s important for your own life satisfaction and enjoyment. And it is equally important for your family, the people in your care and the people you work with.

ENHANCE HAPPINESSDiscover how rituals and habits help us achieve lasting change with world-leading positive psychology lecturer Tal Ben-Shahar (Israel). Learn how to boost happiness with groundbreaking happiness researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky (USA). Explore the power of music to enhance our wellbeing with music maestro Richard Gill OAM.

IMPROVE HEALTH & WELLBEINGHear how cutting-edge technology can help us take control of our health with former executive editor of Wired Magazine Thomas Goetz (USA). Rethink the heart of health with pioneering paediatrician Dr Alan Greene (USA). Ditch the guilt and learn to eat joyfully with leading nutritionist Joanna McMillan.

UNDERSTAND YOUR EMOTIONSBecome aware of your emotional triggers with emotions researcher Eve Ekman (USA). Use laughter as an antidote to stress with coach and comedian Anthony Ackroyd. Explore the power of identity and connection with acclaimed Indigenous author Anita Heiss.

PERSONAL STORIES TO INSPIREBe moved by the courage of pioneering surgeon Munjed Al Muderis who fled war-torn Iraq and came to Australia as a refugee by boat. And be touched by top-rating drive time host Richard Glover’s revealing exploration of his family life.

VISIT THE WELLNESS SHOWA showcase of 100 innovative companies, free interactive seminars, fitness zone, wellness kitchen, wellness bookshop, meet-the-author sessions and more! Spend your breaks browsing the latest in health and wellbeing.

AUTOMATIC ENTRY FOR CONFERENCE DELEGATES.

Full program at happinessanditscauses.com.au

I loved it as usual…I still get reinvigorated for the year ahead and go home with a spring in my step and my mind.JANECE PETRIE, MENTAL HEALTH, SA

HAPPIER: HOW TO ENJOY LASTING CHANGEDr Tal Ben-Shahar, Israel, acclaimed positive psychology lecturer who taught Harvard University’s most popular and life-changing course; best-selling author of Happier: Learn the Secrets of Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment

MAPPING OUR EMOTIONSDr Eve Ekman, USA, researcher and expert in working with emotion and mindfulness to reduce stress and burnout while enhancing ‘professional empathy’ in the workplace

THE HOW OF HAPPINESSProfessor Sonja Lyubomirsky, USA, renowned social psychologist and researcher into happiness, and author of The Myths of Happiness and The How of Happiness

HOW TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTHThomas Goetz, USA, CEO and co-founder of digital health startup Iodine, former executive editor of Wired Magazine and author of The Decision Tree: Taking Control of Your Health in the New Era of Personalised Medicine

RETHINKING THE HEART OF HEALTHDr Alan Greene M.D., USA, respected and influential paediatrician, leading voice in health innovation, Chief Medical Officer of Scanadu, Founder of DrGreene.com and author of Raising Baby Green and Feeding Baby Green

STRESS LESS, LAUGH MOREAnthony Ackroyd, “The Laugh Coach”, one of Australia’s most successful comedians, an expert on the amazing benefits of laughter and currently one of the stars of the ABC’s top-rating radio comedy show Thank God It’s Friday!

WALKING FREEAssociate Professor Munjed Al Muderis, who fled war-torn Iraq, arrived in Australia by boat as a refugee and is now a preeminent osseointegration surgeon pioneering prosthetics and titanium devices for amputees

Full speaker listing at happinessanditscauses.com.au

35+ SPEAKERS INCLUDING...

HOW TO ACHIEVE GENUINE HAPPINESS 8:30 WELCOME

8:35 EVENT PARTNER OPENING ADDRESS – NEW HORIZONS

8:40 OPENING PERFORMANCE

8:50 BE HAPPIER: HOW TO ENJOY LASTING CHANGE

Dr Tal Ben-Shahar, Israel, acclaimed positive psychology lecturer who taught Harvard University’s most popular and life-changing course; best-selling author of Happier: Learn the Secrets of Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment

9:30 MAPPING HUMAN EMOTIONS

Dr Eve Ekman, USA, an expert working with emotion and mindfulness to reduce stress and burnout while enhancing ‘professional empathy’ in the workplace

10:00 SURPRISE GUEST SPEAKER– TO BE ANNOUNCED

10:20 – 11:05 MORNING COFFEE

HOW TO BE HAPPY & WELL 11:05 HOW TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH

Thomas Goetz, USA, CEO and co-founder of digital health startup Iodine, former executive editor of Wired Magazine and author of The Decision Tree: Taking Control of Your Health in the New Era of Personalised Medicine

11:35 THE WHOLE HEALTH REVOLUTION: FINDING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN YOUR MIND, BODY AND HEALTH

Shannon Harvey, journalist, award-winning filmmaker of The Connection

11:55 YOGA FOR A HAPPIER LIFE

Michael de Manincor, highly respected yoga teacher, counselling psychologist and yoga therapist who bridges Eastern and Western modalities of mind-body

12:10 EATING WITH JOY

Dr Joanna McMillan, qualified nutritionist and one of Australia’s favourite and most trusted health and wellbeing experts

12:30 LUNCH

CHANGE YOUR MIND: CHANGE YOUR LIFE 14:00 ON TRANSFORMATION

Petrea King, well-known cancer survivor, naturopath, mind-body healing pioneer; Founder and CEO, Quest for Life Foundation

Sebastian Robertson, Founder and Director of Batyr, a social enterprise focusing on preventative mental health education for young people

MODERATOR: Dr Tim Sharp, leading positive psychologist and Founder of The Happiness Institute

14:20 CREATING BRAIN-FRIENDLY HABITS

Sue Langley, master trainer, researcher and international expert in positive psychology, neuroscience and emotional intelligence

14:40 THINKING OUTSIDE THE SQUARE

David Astle, Australia’s most popular wordsmith and crossword maestro for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age; author of Riddledom – 101 Riddles and their Stories

15:00 THE POWER OF MUSIC Richard Gill OAM, renowned and beloved Australian conductor and music educator whose work in developing young musicians is recognised worldwide

15:30 – 16:15 AFTERNOON COFFEE

DAY 1 MC: Terry Robson, journalist, author and broadcaster; Editor of WellBeing Magazine

FULL PROGRAM AT: happinessanditscauses.com.au

HOW TO THRIVE & PROSPER16:15 PANEL: HOW CAN WE PROSPER?

Dr Tal Ben-Shahar, Israel, acclaimed positive psychology lecturer who taught Harvard University’s most popular and life-changing course

Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky, USA, leading social psychologist and researcher into happiness, and author of The Myths of Happiness and The How of Happiness

Professor Toni Noble, leading teacher, educator and psychologist; Adjunct Professor, Institute for Positive Psychology and Education, Australian Catholic University

MODERATOR: Terry Robson, journalist, author and broadcaster; Editor of WellBeing Magazine

16:45 STRESS LESS, LAUGH MORE

Anthony Ackroyd, “The Laugh Coach”, is one of Australia’s most successful comedians and an expert on the amazing benefits of laughter

17:05 IS SITTING THE NEW SMOKING?

Duncan Young, Head of Workplace Health & Wellbeing, User Experience, Lendlease

17:20 CLOSING PERFORMANCE: THE PIONEERS, THE STREET UNIVERSITY MEGACREW

17:30 CLOSE DAY 1

Hordern Pavilion & Royal Hall of Industries, Entertainment Quarter co-located with Fox Studios, Moore Park, Sydney

We’re moving to the Hordern Pavilion & Royal Hall of Industries for 2016 – centrally located in Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter precinct! Co-located with Fox Studios, this district is one of Sydney’s most popular entertainment hubs. It’s only minutes from the city centre and a stone’s throw from parking, transport, restaurants and shops.

The Entertainment Quarter car park makes visiting easy, offering 2,000 car spaces.

VENUE

All seats in the auditorium have uninterrupted views of the stage. However you may enhance your conference experience by taking up the Platinum Seating Option. Enjoy guaranteed seating in an exclusive area close to the stage. Can be added to any conference package.

PLATINUM PREMIUM SEATING

THE HEART OF HAPPINESS9:00 THE HOW OF HAPPINESS: BOOSTING WELLBEING THROUGH KINDNESS, GRATITUDE, AND OPTIMISM

Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky, USA, leading social psychologist and researcher into happiness, and author of The Myths of Happiness and The How of Happiness

9:40 THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES OF LOVE

Christina Stevens, USA & Australia, award-winning filmmaker, global environmental activist and international bestselling author of a gritty memoir, Love: The Saint and the Seeker

10:10 WHO’S GOT THE WEIRDEST PARENTS?

Richard Glover, top-rating drive time host, 702 ABC Sydney, weekly columnist with The Sydney Morning Herald, and bestselling author of Flesh Wounds

10:30 – 11:15 MORNING COFFEE

HAPPY TOGETHER: CONNECTING FOR HEALTH & HAPPINESS11:15 RETHINKING THE HEART OF HEALTH

Dr Alan Greene M.D., USA, respected and influential paediatrician, leading voice in health innovation, Chief Medical Officer of Scanadu, Founder of DrGreene.com and author of Raising Baby Green and Feeding Baby Green

11:35 ARE WE BECOMING A MORE POSITIVE SPECIES?

Professor Lea Waters, internationally recognised for her expertise in Organisational Psychology and Positive Psychology; Director, Centre for Positive Psychology, University of Melbourne; Winner, Australian 100 Women of Influence Awards

11:55 COMPASSION: THE HEART OF SERVICE

Nickolas Yu, Founder, Slow Coach; Program Manager for Staff Wellness and Patient & Family-Centred Care, Sydney Local Health District

12:10 HAPPINESS, CONNECTION AND IDENTITY

Dr Anita Heiss, member of the Wiradjuri nation of central New South Wales and one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors of Aboriginal literature

12:30 – 14:00 LUNCH BREAK

BOUNCING BACK14:00 MENTAL TOUGHNESS – FOR WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH

Dr Suzy Green, leader in the complementary fields of Coaching Psychology and Positive Psychology; Founder and CEO The Positivity Institute

14:20 LIFE IS NOT HAPPY, GET USED TO IT

Thubten Gyatso (Dr Adrian Feldmann), Buddhist monk and author of A Leaf in the Wind and The Perfect Mirror: Reflections on Truth and Illusion

14:40 PERSONAL STORY: WALKING FREE

Associate Professor Munjed Al Muderis, world leading osseointegration surgeon, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, University of Notre Dame Australia

15:00 – 15:45 AFTERNOON COFFEE

DAY 2 MC: Anna-Louise Bouvier, innovative mind-body expert and creator of the award-winning workplace mental health and wellbeing program Happy Body at Work

An honest, thought-provoking, inspiring two days.STEPH BROWN, PERFORMANCE PARTNER, SWISSE WELLNESS

PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE15:45 HOW GEORGE CLOONEY TAUGHT ME TO JOG…

Dr Helen Street, leading educator and psychologist specialising in wellbeing, engagement and motivation for young people; Chair, National Australian Positive Schools Initiative

16:00 HOW TO FINALLY MAKE YOUR WELLBEING A PRIORITY

Dr William DeJean inspires and re-inspires innovative organisations for the work they do for our world, and is the author of Unleash Learning

16:15 HAPFEST: WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY & WELL?

HAPFESTPOWERED BY PECHA KUCHA* 20 x 20 format

Be entranced by a series of stories about happiness and wellbeing accompanied by short visual presentations.

PechaKucha 20 x 20 is a simple presentation format where presenters show 20 images each for 20 seconds. The image advances automatically while the presenter talks along to the images.

HAPPY WORKPLACES

Simon Rountree, visionary CEO of Camp Quality, Australia’s leading children’s cancer charity aiming to create a better life for every child living with cancer

TRAVELS IN ICELAND

Matthew Johnstone, bestselling author of illustrated book I Had a Black Dog and Creative Director at the Black Dog Institute

16:50 GRAND FINALE – THE BLUE MUGs

A JOURNEY OF 18 INCHES

Gillian Coutts, mindful leadership consultant and Partner, The Potential Project

MONITOR ME

Philip Goebel, long time self-tracker and founder of The Melbourne Quantified Self Meetup Group; CEO and co-founder of Quanticare Technologies

A BRAIN FOR LIFE

Dr Nicola Gates, renowned clinical neuropsychologist and researcher who translates complicated neuroscience into everyday life to care for body, brain and mind

WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY & WELL?

FULL PROGRAM AT: happinessanditscauses.com.au

17:00 CLOSE DAY 2

FRIDAY 1 APRIL HOYTS CINEMA, ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER CO-LOCATED WITH FOX STUDIOS, MOORE PARK, SYDNEY

WHOLEBEING: HAPPINESS THROUGH WHOLE-PERSON WELLBEINGBe inspired by positive psychology guru Dr Tal Ben-Shahar as he introduces a new model of wellbeing called SPIRE—a five-pronged approach to foster lifelong learning for the ultimate aim of leading a happier, more fulfilled life.In this Masterclass, you will explore the following key questions, learn tools to address these questions, and leave with a plan of action to live the change you want to see in the world.

YOUR MASTERCLASS LEADER

Dr Tal Ben-Shahar, Israel, is an acclaimed positive psychology lecturer who taught Harvard University’s most popular and life-changing course. Tal is currently teaching at the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya, Israel, where he co-founded The Institute for Positive Psychology in Education. An author of five books, including bestsellers such as Happier: Learn the Secrets to Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment, Tal consults and lectures around the world, integrating theory and practice, East and West, philosophy and psychology.

SPIRITUAL WELLBEING: What gives you purpose and meaning? What values drive your actions?

PHYSICAL WELLBEING: How do you cultivate positive regard for the body, treating it well and being aware of the innate ability of the body to affect the mind?

INTELLECTUAL WELLBEING: What are the ways you stretch, grow, and challenge the mind by cultivating creativity and fostering the love of learning?

RELATIONAL WELLBEING: How do you contribute to and benefit from the people around you? And no less important, what are the ways you foster a healthy relationship with yourself?

EMOTIONAL WELLBEING: How can you increase pleasurable emotions and cultivate resilience to deal with painful emotions?

MONDAY 4 APRIL

HOYTS CINEMA, ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER CO-LOCATED WITH FOX STUDIOS, MOORE PARK, SYDNEY

WORKSHOP 1: HAPPINESS: SCIENCE, PRACTICE, AND MYTHS

with Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky, USA, leading social psychologist and researcher into happiness, and author of The Myths of Happiness and The How of Happiness

Happiness not only feels good it is good. Happy people have closer friendships, more social support, stronger immune function, and higher productivity at work. However, many people hold misconceptions about what will make them happy or miserable. Participants will explore a range of ideas and scientific findings that debunk the myths about happiness.

WORKSHOP 4: CULTIVATING EMOTIONAL BALANCE

with Dr Eve Ekman, USA, an expert working with emotion and mindfulness to reduce stress and burnout while enhancing ‘professional empathy’ in the workplace

In this fascinating and highly experiential workshop learn the key elements of Cultivating Emotional Balance (CEB), a 42-hour training program developed by pioneering emotions researcher Dr Paul Ekman and contemplative scholar B. Alan Wallace. Participate in scientific exercises to increase your ability to identify emotions in others and builds skills to facilitate the regulation of emotions.

WORKSHOP 2: TRANSFORMING YOUR MIND & HEART with Thubten Gyatso

(Dr Adrian Feldmann), Buddhist monk and author

of A Leaf in the Wind and The Perfect Mirror: Reflections on Truth and Illusion

So often we are the victims of our own confused views and disturbing emotions. Explore the Buddhist view on how to deal with emotions such as anger, greed and hatred and how we can transform our lives with wisdom and loving-kindness. Participants will engage in discussion and meditation.

WORKSHOP 3: MOVE MORE, SIT LESS - HOW SMALL CHANGES CAN MAKE FOR A HAPPIER

MIND AND BODYwith Anna-Louise Bouvier, innovative mind-body expert and creator of the award-winning workplace mental health and wellbeing program Happy Body at Work

Take a practical journey to learn how small changes to everyday physical habits like the way you sit, stand and walk can improve your mood, increase your energy, enhance your productivity and keep you well. You will walk out looking taller and feeling more energised, armed with strategies that can make an enormous impact on your stress levels and the quality of your sleep.

WORKSHOP 5: THE BEST LIFE YOU CAN HAVE (AND HOW TO GET IT)

with Professor Toni Noble, leading teacher, educator and psychologist; Adjunct Professor, Institute for Positive Psychology and Education, Australian Catholic University

Drawing on the latest and most practical research from Positive Psychology, this workshop reviews the positive changes you can make to create the best life for yourself and for others you care about. Participants will explore the seven PROSPER pathways that lead to happiness and wellbeing: Positivity, Relationships, Outcomes, Purpose, Engagement and Resilience.

WORKSHOP 6: REALISING YOUR STRENGTHS

with Sue Langley, master trainer,

researcher and international expert in positive psychology, neuroscience and emotional intelligence

Everyone has strengths and the potential to develop them to their fullest. It’s a myth that we need to focus on improving our weaknesses to be the best we can. The reverse is true. Strengths are at the heart of positive psychology – building on what we do well and can do even better enables us to flourish and succeed. In this engaging, practical and highly interactive workshop explore how to know and grow your strengths.

CHOOSE ONE MORNING AND

ONE AFTERNOON WORKSHOP!

MORNING 9:00-12:00

AFTERNOON 14:00-17:00

Full workshop program at happinessanditscauses.com.au

BRING YOUR TEAM OR FAMILYShare the inspiration – bring your whole team or family to this empowering event and get an extra discount. There are special group packages available – call 8719 5118 for more details or go to happinessanditcauses.com.au.

PARTNER DISCOUNTSThis conference is kindly supported by a range of organisations. Special discounts apply to partner members and networks. Professional development points may also apply. Go to happinessanditscauses.com.au to find out more.

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The Wellness Show is Australia’s largest showcase of the solutions and technologies in fitness, health and nutrition, preventative health, education, psychology and more. Over 100 organisations will be represented at this free event, co-located with Happiness & Its Causes. Bring your friends and your work colleagues. Meet at the show and share the atmosphere of the world’s largest health and wellbeing event.

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GLIMPSE THE FUTUREThe Digital Health Show is an exciting new exhibition and conference. Glimpse the future of health care and learn of the incredible advances in technology that are revolutionising the whole approach to health and medicine.

· Why the future of medicine is personal

· The devices and apps that are empowering the patient

· The digital disruption that is coming to a doctor and hospital near you!

DYNAMIC CONFERENCE FORMATIn this new era of personalised medicine, The Digital Health Show conference brings together healthcare innovators from around Australia and the world. Join hundreds of professionals from health and aged care, technology and finance as we explore the frontiers of digital health.

Learn of the mega-trends and the technologies that are making waves. Be enthralled by the very latest innovations from medtech entrepreneurs in rapid-fire demo sessions.

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This conference had a very welcoming and connected feel. It was as always full of robust discussion and new ideas.BRIAN PLUMMER, NSW DEPT OF EDUCATION & COMMUNITIES

Brilliant in every aspect!...fantastic speakers – informative, intelligent, energetic, heartfelt and passionate. Inspiring!! Food for the mind, the body and the soul.DR SHARON LAING, RESEARCH & PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES CONSULTANCY