Our Programmes

The How of Happiness

30th August 2024 - 1st September 2024

Facilitator: Miriam Akhtar

An uplifting and inspiring journey into positive psychology and what it takes to feel good, function well and flourish. The weekend will equip you with a range of practical tools to grow your happiness. You will come away with your own personal toolbox of happiness boosters, which open the gateway to a flourishing life.

Event time: 30th August 2024 4:00pm - 1st September 2024 4:00pm

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

What Is Included

For the majority of our courses, both residential and non-residential rates are available. Residential options are fully inclusive with all meals provided. Non-residential options include suppers, lunches and all refreshments and exclude B&B. Some of our short day courses, events and talks do not include meals and refreshments. For more details about this course, please see the Practical Information section below.

Additional Activities

Mindful walking through our woodland trails
Meditate in our Woodland Sanctuary
Go on a hike and explore the Cotswolds AONB
Discover surrounding charming market towns

At a Glance

A journey into the science of happiness
Experience practices to grow your happiness
Enjoy nourishing food and beautiful, natural surroundings

What You Will Gain

Understand the major pathways to happiness
Try out happiness practices
Gain a range of tools to increase your wellbeing

Booking Options

Residential (single)Residential single rate

£450.00

Residential (shared)Residential shared rate

£400.00

Non-residentialNon-residential rate

£330.00

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

The How of Happiness Tutors

Miriam Akhtar

More about The How of Happiness

The Major Ingredients to the Weekend
What is Happiness and the pathways to flourish
Positive Emotions: The feel-good factor
Flow: The state of being ‘in the zone’
Meaning & Purpose: The deeper sense of fulfilment
Strengths: You at your best
Positive Relationships: The no 1 source of wellbeing
Optimism: Psychological self-defence
Positive Directions: Planning the Way Ahead

Practical Information

Arrivals from 4pm with afternoon tea. Course starts with dinner at 6:30pm. Please bring a notebook and pen. Some elements will be taught outside so please bring suitable clothing and shoes. You may also wish to bring comfortable, cosy clothing.

“This retreat gave me the time, space and encouragement to focus on myself positively. It has helped me understand characteristics that I thought were my weaknesses, are actually strengths and tools to use them to best effect."

Previous Participant

About Hawkwood

Hawkwood is a stunning Grade Il listed 19th Century country house, surrounded by 42 acres of sustainably managed woodland, farmland, and gardens. Set in the heart of the Cotswolds - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - it is a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a diverse selection of nearly 150 courses, there's plenty to choose from, including courses in transformative leadership, future thinking, inner life, music and the arts.

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