Psychology Professor & Happiness Science Researcher; Author of "The How of Happiness"
Sonja Lyubomirsky Biography
Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside, and a leading researcher in the science of happiness. Lyubomirsky has studied how and why people can become happier for more than 30 years, focusing on questions such as why some individuals are happier than others and the extent to which people can influence their own well-being. Her research examines the cognitive and motivational differences between characteristically happy and unhappy people, providing insight into factors that impact dispositional happiness.
Lyubomirsky's work has reached audiences beyond academia through her books, including "The How of Happiness: A Scientific Approach to Getting the Life You Want" and "The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, But Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, But Does," which have been published in 39 countries. She is also the co-author, with Harry Reis, of "How To Feel Loved," which discusses five mindsets that can promote a sense of feeling loved, appreciated, and understood. Her research and writing have been featured in New York Times Magazine and she has delivered a TED Mainstage talk titled "One Thing You Can Do to Be Happier."
Lyubomirsky's work has been covered in numerous magazine and newspaper articles, and she has appeared on TV shows, radio programs, and documentaries across multiple continents. Media appearances include podcasts such as "The Happiness Lab with Laurie Santos," "10% Happier with Dan Harris," and "Hidden Brain with Shankar Vedantam," as well as a live interview on ABC News Live Prime.
Her scholarly impact is reflected in a range of honors, including an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Basel, the Diener Award for Outstanding Midcareer Contributions in Personality Psychology, the Christopher J. Peterson Gold Medal, Fellow status in the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Faculty Research Lecturer Award, and a Positive Psychology Prize. Lyubomirsky's research on increasing happiness through gratitude, kindness, and connection interventions has been supported by grants from the National Institute of Mental Health, the John Templeton Foundation, Character Lab, and NIH. Her teaching and mentoring have been recognized with Faculty of the Year and Faculty Mentor of the Year awards.
Lyubomirsky's career centers on translating rigorous psychological science into practical applications, with a focus on social psychology and positive psychology. Her work explores how individuals can influence their own well-being by changing behavior, thoughts, and social interactions, and she has contributed to the accessibility of scientific insights on happiness through extensive media engagement.
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