The Balanced Leader Podcast

Mastering Happiness in Life and Leadership with Declan Edwards

April 07, 2024 Rob Hills Episode 11
Mastering Happiness in Life and Leadership with Declan Edwards
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The Balanced Leader Podcast
Mastering Happiness in Life and Leadership with Declan Edwards
Apr 07, 2024 Episode 11
Rob Hills
In this episode of the Balanced Leader Podcast, guest Declan Edwards, a happiness researcher and founder of BU Happiness College, discusses the transformative power of positive psychology and its application in both personal development and the workplace. Declan shares his own journey from struggling with self-doubt and anxiety to becoming a prominent figure in the field of happiness research. 

He emphasizes that happiness is a skill that can be learned and perfected over time, advocating for the teaching of emotional intelligence, stress management, and resilience as part of earlier education. 

The discussion covers the impact of happiness on workplace productivity and the importance of cultivating a culture that values employee well-being. Declan provides practical advice on improving happiness and well-being through self-awareness, boundary setting, compassion, and self-care. 

This episode highlights the necessity of embracing happiness as a strategic advantage in both personal life and professional environments.

Get in touch with Declan: www.buhappinesscollege.com

For the full show notes and transcript, click here.

Find out more about Rob Hills: www.robhills.com.au
Rob Hills Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robhills_
Rob Hills Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/iamrobhills
Rob Hills LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hills/


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In this episode of the Balanced Leader Podcast, guest Declan Edwards, a happiness researcher and founder of BU Happiness College, discusses the transformative power of positive psychology and its application in both personal development and the workplace. Declan shares his own journey from struggling with self-doubt and anxiety to becoming a prominent figure in the field of happiness research. 

He emphasizes that happiness is a skill that can be learned and perfected over time, advocating for the teaching of emotional intelligence, stress management, and resilience as part of earlier education. 

The discussion covers the impact of happiness on workplace productivity and the importance of cultivating a culture that values employee well-being. Declan provides practical advice on improving happiness and well-being through self-awareness, boundary setting, compassion, and self-care. 

This episode highlights the necessity of embracing happiness as a strategic advantage in both personal life and professional environments.

Get in touch with Declan: www.buhappinesscollege.com

For the full show notes and transcript, click here.

Find out more about Rob Hills: www.robhills.com.au
Rob Hills Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robhills_
Rob Hills Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/iamrobhills
Rob Hills LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hills/


Declan's Journey to Becoming 'That Happiness Guy'
The Birth of BU Happiness College
The Importance of Teaching Happiness and Emotional Intelligence
A Life-Changing Experience on Mount Kilimanjaro
The Power of Introspection and Redefining Happiness
Designing a Happiness Strategy for Busy Leaders
Unlocking Happiness Through Gratitude
Happiness in the Workplace: A Strategic Advantage
Measuring and Cultivating Workplace Happiness
Addressing Stress, Burnout, and Overwhelm
Happiness is a Skill - it Can be Learned