Wellbeing of Singaporeans: The Values, Lifestyles, Satisfaction and Quality of Life, Tan Soo Jiuan, Kau Ah Keng, Tambyah Siok Kuan (World Scientific Press, 2009) £38.00

As Singapore continues to grow as a nation, the happiness and wellbeing of Singaporeans and what matters to them also change. This book conceptualizes and measures the cognitive and affective aspects of subjective wellbeing from multiple perspectives and relates these to important factors such as values, trust, democratic rights, views about politics and the role of the government. Through nationwide surveys using representative samples, including insights from the most recent 2016 Quality of Life (QOL) Survey, this book examines how happiness and subjective wellbeing have evolved over the past 20 years in Singapore. This book is an invaluable resource for those interested in how the study of happiness and wellbeing in Singapore connects with and contributes to the ongoing research and discourse on happiness and wellbeing around the world.

This book is part of the authors' continuing research on quality of life issues in Singapore. It builds on past research into the values and lifestyles of Singaporeans and focuses on their well-being. In addition, the findings of the 2006 Asia Barometer Survey (for Singaporean respondents) are presented; revealing comprehensive insights into their values, lifestyles, priorities in life, worries, life satisfaction, quality of life, etc. Selective comparisons are also made with the other East Asian countries covered in the same survey, namely, China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam.

This Element provides an opinionated introduction to the debate in moral philosophy over identifying the basic elements of well-being and to the related debate over the nature of happiness. The question of the nature of happiness is simply the question of what happiness is (as opposed to what causes it or how to get it), and the central philosophical question about well-being is the question of what things are in themselves of ultimate benefit or harm to a person, or directly make them better or worse off.

High levels of well-being at work is good for the employee and the organization. It means lower sickness-absence levels, better retention and more satisfied customers. People with higher levels of well-being live longer, have happier lives and are easier to work with. This book shows how to improve well-being in your organization.

Throughout history, human beings have been on a relentless quest for happiness. It's the driving force behind our actions, decisions and aspirations. In this book, we embark on a journey to understand this fundamental aspect of human existence. This book explores the multifaceted nature of happiness, starting with its core concept and meaning. We delve into the realm of positive psychology to uncover the secrets of inner happiness and how we can cultivate it within ourselves. Recognising that a significant portion of our lives is spent at work, we also examine the crucial topic of happiness on the job and how it impacts our overall wellbeing. Our exploration doesn't stop at the practical level. We venture into the spiritual dimensions of happiness, investigating the state of bliss as described by various religions and philosophers throughout the ages. This spiritual perspective offers a deeper understanding of happiness that transcends our everyday experiences. May this book illuminate your path and bring you closer to a life of genuine contentment and joy.

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