Dr. Fuchsia Sirwa

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Fuchsia Sirwa, a social and health psychology professor at Durham University, shares insights on optimism, well-being, and resilience. She highlights how mindset shifts and practices like gratitude can foster happiness. Atdhe Trepca, the filmmaker behind the viral 'Are You Happy?' project, reveals the surprising candidness in people's responses about joy amidst hardship. They explore whether happiness is a choice and the impact of social support on well-being, blending personal stories with research-backed evidence.