Genentech Company
Santa Cruz, CA
The Best of Ourselves: Developing Our Highest Strengths to Increase Wellbeing
Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 3-5 pm
This is a closed event
In this workshop, we will explore the emerging science of wellbeing and look at strategies for improving the quality our lives so that we are not just surviving but also thriving. In keeping with the theme of “Self” we will explore positive identity by examining the strengths and resources that have helped us manage the complexities of our personal and professional lives. We will identify personal roadmaps for increasing wellbeing through identifying what we value most, through identifying and activating strengths in ourselves and those around us, and through increasing positive experiences in our lives. The workshop will be heavily experiential and interactive including writing, art making, and small group and larger group exercises.
Primary Objectives
Attendees will be able to:
1) Define wellbeing and briefly latest research on wellbeing
2) Outline domains of wellbeing
3) Identify strengths and resources that have help us survive and thrive in our personal and professional lives
4) Designate concrete and personally relevant strategies for increasing wellbeing