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The Science of Happiness, the scientific study of “What Makes People Happy,” was arguably launched by Mihaly Czikszentmihalyi in the late 1980s. The Science of Happiness is now picking up speed, with scientists from around the globe exploring the neuroscience of happiness as well as psychological angles.
We, at the Centre of Excellence for Science of Happiness, aim to develop the field of “Science of Happiness” and “Positive Psychology” that would enlarge our intellectual, social, and emotional resources, which is Supported by the Rekhi Foundation which has sponsored several happiness centers in Educational Institutions in India and abroad.
The Centre aims to create happy and successful citizens in DTU. Happier students and faculties innovate better and their chances of success at studies and work is higher.
Dr.Satinder Singh Rekhi, Co-Founder of Rekhi Foundation
Our Vision and Mission
The basic aim of the center of excellence is to develop a high standard of research in the area of happiness, with the main objective of stimulating the existing ecosystem of body, mind, and energy with more general social objectives, corporate strategy-culture seamless integration or regional development to enhance happiness with a scientific touch.
About the Centre
Our Centre is based on the Rekhi Center of Excellence for the Science of Happiness. The ‘Rekhi Center of Excellence for the Science of Happiness’ was started in September 2016 at one of India’s premier engineering institutes – IIT Kharagpur. It is the brainchild of IIT Kharagpur alumnus Dr. Satinder Singh Rekhi.
The Science Of Happiness ~7 Habits of Happy People (by Pursuit Of Happiness)
Relationships
Express your heart. People who have one or more close friendships are happier. It doesn’t seem to matter if we have a large network of close relationships or not. What seems to make a difference is if and how often we cooperate in activities and share our personal feelings with a friend or relative.
Acts of Kindness
Cultivate kindness. People who volunteer or simply care for others on a consistent basis seem to be happier and less depressed. Although “caring” can involve volunteering as part of an organized group or club, it can involve random acts of kindness, such as reaching out to a colleague or classmate who looks lonely or is struggling with an issue.
Exercise and Physical Wellbeing
Keep moving and eat well. Regular exercise has been associated with improved mental well-being and a lower incidence of depression. The Cochrane Review (the most influential medical review of its kind in the world) has produced a landmark analysis of 39 studies on exercise and depression. One of the major conclusions was that exercise had a “large clinical impact” on depression.
Spiritual Engagement and Meaning
Discovering Meaning. Studies demonstrate a close link between spiritual and religious practice and happiness. Spirituality is closely related to the discovery of greater meaning in our lives. As the psychologist Martin Seligman emphasizes, through meaningful life we discover a deeper kind of happiness.
Flow
Find your flow. If we are deeply involved in trying to reach a goal, or an activity that is challenging but well suited to our skills, we experience a joyful state called “flow.” Many kinds of activities, such as sports, playing an instrument, or teaching, can produce the experience of flow.
Signature Strengths and Virtues
Discover and use your strengths. Studies by experts such as Martin Seligman in the new field of Positive Psychology show that the happiest people are those that have discovered their unique strengths (such as persistence and critical thinking) and use those strengths for a purpose that is greater than their own personal goals (Authentic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment).
Positive Mindset: Optimism, Mindfulness, and Gratitude
Treasure gratitude, mindfulness, and hope. Of all the positive emotions studied in the relatively young field of positive psychology, gratitude has perhaps received the most attention. Grateful people have been shown to have greater positive emotion, a greater sense of belonging, and a lower incidence of depression and stress.