Positive, supportive relationships are often viewed as a nice-to-have, when in reality, they are essential for our mental health and overall well-being. So, this week on Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo interviews happiness consultant Simon Leow to find out more about how our relationships shape our minds and lives.

Based in Singapore, Simon Leow is the co-founder of Happiness Initiative, a social enterprise dedicated to promoting happiness and well-being in the region. Fascinated with the science of well-being, Simon Leow believes that well-being skills can be made accessible to everyone. At Happiness Initiative, Simon Leow oversees the research and development department, where he adopts a data-driven approach to building a culture of well-being in organizations and communities. In addition, Simon Leow holds a master’s degree in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania.

In this episode, Simon Leow debunks some common misconceptions about well-being, and sheds light on what makes for a positive interpersonal relationship. Additionally, Simon Leow highlights key predictors and signs of a positive relationship, and offers advice for cultivating and maintaining them.

Together, Lu and Simon Leow look at the science behind positive interpersonal relationships and how they affect our lives, as well as useful habits that support positive relationships. So, if you’re ready to strengthen your connections and boost your well-being, tune in this week for encouragement, expert advice, and engaging personal anecdotes on maintaining positive relationships for your well-being!

Visit Simon Leow’s work via the following links:

Happiness Initiative: https://www.happinessinitiative.sg/

Well-being Circles: https://www.wellbeingcircles.sg/

Connect with Simon Leow via the following platforms:

Facebook: http://facebook.com/happinessinitiative.sg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happinessinitiative.sg

Telegram: https://t.me/happinessinitiative

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