About us
This is the Meetup site for the Brighton-based local group of Action for Happiness (www.actionforhappiness.org) - a global movement of people taking action to create a happier society. For for more details about the Brighton group sign up for free here: www.actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton
Our events include monthly meetings (talks or workshops) and Happy Cafes.
You can drop in to most of our events.
ABOUT ACTION FOR HAPPINESS
We all want to live happy and fulfilling lives and we want the people we love to be happy too. So happiness matters to all of us.
Happiness is about our lives as a whole: it includes the fluctuating feelings we experience everyday but also our overall satisfaction with life. It is influenced by our genes, upbringing and our external circumstances - such as our health, our work and our financial situation. But crucially it is also heavily influenced by our choices - our inner attitudes, how we approach our relationships, our personal values and our sense of purpose.
Action for Happiness works to support evidence based practices and theories that support well being. Local group website: www.actionforhappinessbrighton.org.uk.
Check out the national site for resources, FAQs and much more.
Upcoming events
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'Happy Cafe' at The Walrus.
The Walrus, 10 Ship Street, Brighton, GBWhen you first arrive ask behind the bar where Action for Happiness (Happy Cafe) is meeting. We meet upstairs at the Walrus, so we have our own space. Ask at the bar when you arrive and they can direct you up. Please arrive by 17.00.
There are games but they are not intimidating, mainly conversation starters. Do give it a try.
We would like you to feel happier at the end than when you arrived.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.
**We recommend you officially join the AFH Brighton group on the main AFH website here www.actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton. While there, you can also check out the various great resources Action for Happiness has to offer.**
3 attendees
Friendship, Relationships and Love
Unitarian Church Hall,, New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UF, GBThis will be led by Gizem Duman with Paul Tofts.
We will explore these topics of continuing pleasure, mystery and challenge. What is the difference between a Friendship and a Relationship? Why can they cause such distress? And Pleasure! What are the Five (at least) kinds of Love? We will watch input from three experts: John Gottman (1), Esther Perel (2) and Lilliana Gibbs (3).
1: The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work
2: Mating in Captivity
3. Local relationship counsellor Red CouchEspecially as AFH Brighton may be moving away from Meetup, we recommend you RSVP by officially joining the 10 Keys Group here https://actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton . We can then send you additional info about this and other events and related resources.
7 attendees
(In-Person) First session of 6-week Happiness Habits course: Central Brighton
Location not specified yetThis page is to raise awareness, not for RSVPing. To join this course (hosted by local volunteers Mike and Rima), you'll need to sign-up here on the main Action for Happiness website here: https://actionforhappiness.org/course/happiness-habits-central-brighton
This 6-week course has been developed by Action for Happiness, drawing on the wisdom of experts across many fields to cover the practical habits of living a happier life and spreading happiness to others.
Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Week 1: Gratitude, Friday, February 20, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Week 2: Self-Care, Friday, February 27, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Week 3: Relationships, Friday, March 6, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Week 4: Resilience, Friday, March 13, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Week 5: Kindness, Friday, March 20, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Week 6: Meaning, Friday, March 27, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMAll timings are local time for the course location.
The course is run by local volunteers and is offered on a donation basis—so please feel free to give whatever you can afford. Most people choose the suggested donation, but any amount is welcome, and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.1 attendee'Happy Cafe' at The Walrus.
The Walrus, 10 Ship Street, Brighton, GBWhen you first arrive ask behind the bar where Action for Happiness (Happy Cafe) is meeting. We meet upstairs at the Walrus, so we have our own space. Ask at the bar when you arrive and they can direct you up. Please arrive by 17.00.
There are games but they are not intimidating, mainly conversation starters. Do give it a try.
We would like you to feel happier at the end than when you arrived.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.
**We recommend you officially join the AFH Brighton group on the main AFH website here www.actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton. While there, you can also check out the various great resources Action for Happiness has to offer.**
2 attendees
Past events
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