Dasho Karma Ura

President of the Centre for Bhutan Studies and Gross National Happiness Research, scholar and artist with degrees from Oxford, Edinburgh and Nagoya; former member of Bhutan's constitutional drafting committee and an expert on Gross National Happiness and Bhutanese culture.

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Nov 13, 2025 • 45min

Dasho Karma Ura: The Pursuit of Happiness in Bhutan (#219)

Dasho Karma Ura, the insightful President of the Centre for Bhutan Studies and an expert in Gross National Happiness, joins to share Bhutan's unique approach to well-being. He discusses how Buddhist ideals shape culture, language preservation amid globalization, and the importance of community for happiness. Karma highlights the significance of nature and craftsmanship in fostering emotional growth. Plus, he unveils his artistic journey inspired by Yeshe Tsogyal and emphasizes the cultivation of lasting happiness through life's challenges.

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