Happier At Work® 284: The Science of Happiness with Klaudia Mitura
Are you ready to take charge of your happiness, both at work and in life?
In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien sits down with Klaudia Mitura, Learning and Development Manager at the Science Museum Group UK and certified Chief Happiness Officer, to explore the science of happiness. Klaudia reveals how happiness isn’t just “fluffy”, it’s grounded in research and practical habits. She shares her personal journey, the breakthrough habits supported by positive psychology, and actionable ways listeners can boost their wellbeing, cultivate joy, and foster more meaningful work and life experiences.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- Happiness as a Science: It’s rooted in positive psychology and more than momentary joy, it’s also about overall life satisfaction.
- The difference between Day-to-day joy and long-term contentment.
- The surprising breakdown of what drives happiness, 40% comes from daily habits you control.
- Klaudia’s “Alphabet of Happiness”: Her tested collection of science-backed hacks for everyday joy.
Related Topics Covered:
Self-awareness, Purpose at Work, The Power of Choice, Achievement vs Happiness
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About Happier at Work®
Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.
If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.
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