Topic 170: The Science of Happiness

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What is happiness?

2. How do you feel when you are happy?

3. What makes you happy?

4. Do you think it’s important to be happy? Why or why not?

5. Can you think of a time when you were very happy? What happened?

6. How do people show that they are happy?

7. Do you think money can make people happy? Why or why not?

8. What are some small things that can make you feel happy?

9. How do you feel when you see other people happy?

10. What can you do to feel happier?

11. How does spending time with friends or family make you feel?

12. What do you think is the connection between happiness and good health?

13. How do you show happiness in your daily life?

14. Do you think that happiness is different for everyone?

15. What is the difference between being happy and being satisfied?

16. How can being happy help you achieve your goals?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. What are some scientific explanations of happiness?

18. How do positive emotions affect your health?

19. Why do some people find happiness in material things, while others find it in experiences?

20. How does your environment affect your happiness?

21. What role does gratitude play in happiness?

22. How can practicing mindfulness or meditation contribute to happiness?

23. What are some factors that contribute to long-term happiness?

24. Why is it important to have a positive mindset when trying to achieve happiness?

25. How can relationships and social connections impact your happiness?

26. Do you think that happiness is something you can control, or is it something that happens by chance?

27. What is the link between happiness and achieving personal goals?

28. How can helping others contribute to your own happiness?

29. What are the differences between short-term and long-term happiness?

30. How do cultural differences affect the way people view and seek happiness?

31. Why do some people find it difficult to be happy, even when they have everything they need?

32. How can people overcome negative thoughts and increase their happiness?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. What are the scientific theories about the psychology of happiness?

34. How do genetic and environmental factors influence happiness?

35. What role do habits and daily routines play in promoting or hindering happiness?

36. How does the pursuit of happiness differ across cultures and societies?

37. How does happiness relate to success, and can one exist without the other?

38. What is the role of neurobiology in the experience of happiness and pleasure?

39. How can people cultivate emotional resilience to maintain happiness during challenging times?

40. How does happiness impact productivity, both in personal and professional life?

41. What is the connection between happiness and mindfulness, and how do they complement each other?

42. How can modern technology, social media, and digital connectivity affect our happiness?

43. How does happiness relate to subjective well-being, and what factors influence both?

44. What are the ethical implications of pursuing happiness in a society focused on material wealth and consumption?

45. How can governments and organizations promote happiness and well-being on a societal level?

46. What is the impact of mental health on happiness, and how can mental wellness contribute to a happier life?

47. How can we balance the pursuit of happiness with the need to address social, environmental, and global issues?

48. How do we measure happiness, and is it possible to quantify an individual’s happiness accurately?