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The Art of Happiness
with Howard Cutler, M.D.
July 20 – 22, 2012

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“[In] The Art of Happiness, which I co-wrote with my old friend, the American psychiatrist Howard Cutler…we attempted to present a systematic approach to achieving greater happiness and overcoming life’s inevitable adversities and suffering. Our approach combines and integrates, hopefully, the best of East and West—that is Western science and psychology on the one hand and Buddhist principles and practices on the other.”
--H.H. The XIV Dalai Lama

Based on the groundbreaking international bestseller The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living, by H.H. the Dalai Lama and Howard C. Cutler, M.D., this workshop introduces the fundamental principles and practices of the AOH (Art of Happiness) Method, a powerful, science-based approach to happiness that bridges East and West.

The explosion of scientific research on human happiness over the past decade has led to some surprising findings and even shattered some of our common assumptions about happiness and how to find it. Recent studies, for example, have found some surprising practical benefits of happiness—better health, longer life, improved relationships, more creativity, greater career success, and even higher income. And there are benefits for one’s family, community, and society that extend far beyond these personal rewards. But how can we find happiness? Perhaps the most revolutionary recent discovery by researchers is that happiness can be learned, much like learning any other skill.

While this idea of happiness as a “trainable skill” may be a “new discovery” in the West, it has been the cornerstone of Buddhist practice for 2600 years. And one of the most fascinating new developments in happiness research is the growing body of scientific evidence showing the tremendous effectiveness of Buddhist practices in increasing happiness. In fact, in laboratory studies using brain scans to measure the level of activity in the “happiness producing” region of the brain, Tibetan Buddhist monks were found to have the highest values ever recorded—by a huge margin. And fortunately, many of the key Buddhist techniques used by these ‘Olympic champions of happiness’ can be adapted to help people from any background or faith achieve greater happiness and life satisfaction.

The search for happiness has always been at the core of human existence, although it is not always easy to find. In recent years we’ve seen Western science and Buddhism rapidly converging. And the preliminary data suggests that the combination of modern Western science and traditional Buddhist wisdom may offer the most powerful and direct approach to achieving happiness that has ever been seen—making genuine happiness finally within reach of anyone willing to learn and practice a few simple skills.

Whether you are searching for optimal happiness, a more rewarding life, or simply seeking a way to deal more effectively with daily problems, we invite you to explore the AOH Method with psychiatrist, bestselling author, and happiness expert Dr. Howard Cutler. Through a series of engaging lectures, lively discussions, and practical exercises, you’ll learn the key principles of The Art of Happiness and take away powerful strategies drawn from the latest research in neuroscience, positive psychology, and from Buddhist techniques (adapted for a “general audience”).

Even during our stressful, troubled times of uncertainty and economic hardship, genuine and lasting happiness is possible. From this workshop you’ll gain a deeper understanding of happiness and how to find it, taking away some practical tools you can begin to implement immediately. And contrary to those who might view the pursuit of personal happiness as self-centered or self-indulgent, you’ll discover the inextricable link between happiness, kindness, and compassion—and the important role of personal happiness in building a better world.

Howard C. Cutler, MD, is a psychiatrist, bestselling author, and a leading expert on the science of human happiness. He is coauthor with His Holiness the Dalai Lama of The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living; The Art of Happiness at Work; and The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World, international bestsellers that have been a source of help and inspiration to millions worldwide. Their first book spent 97 weeks on The New York Times bestsellers list and has been translated into 50 languages. Dr. Cutler currently offers private happiness training (by phone), gives keynote presentations, and conducts workshops internationally. Please visit www.theartofhappiness.com for more information.


Tuition – $290 (per person);  $261 (Tibet House members)

Accommodations – Rates vary depending on what kind of accommodations you prefer. Please refer to the tab below for options and pricing.


Cancellation Policy

- If you cancel two weeks prior to the program, you will receive a 100% refund, minus a $35 processing fee.

- If you cancel one full day to two weeks prior to the program, you will not receive a refund but instead will receive full course credit, minus a $35 processing fee, which can be applied to any other Tibet House sponsored program at Menla. This credit is valid for one year.

- If you cancel the day of the program or do not show up for any reason, no refund or credit will be given.

Tibet House US/Menla Mountain Retreat reserves the right to cancel any program at any time for low enrollment or circumstances beyond our control. Should this happen, a full refund will be offered.