What we’re about
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 see www.actionforhappinessbrighton.org.uk.
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 (4)
See all- 'Happy Cafe' at The WalrusThe Walrus, Brighton
When 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.**
- The Wisdom of Groundhog Day (with Action for Happiness Brighton)Unitarian Church Hall,, Brighton, BN1 1UF
This event celebrates the wisdom of the film Groundhog Day and explores what it can tell us about leading a happier, more fulfilling life! It will be a mixture of watching clips from the film, friendly conversations, practical activities and takeaway tips. It will be led by Joshua and others from the Action for Happiness Brighton team. It will include ideas from the fantastic book "The Wisdom of Groundhog Day" by Paul Hannam.
We recommend you RSVP by officially joining the 10 Keys Group here https://actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton . We can then send you additional info and resources relevant to the session.
- (Online) First session of 6-week Happiness Habits course: HastingsNeeds location
To join this course, you'll need to sign-up here on the main Action for Happiness website here: https://actionforhappiness.org/course/happiness-habits-hastings-0
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, Wednesday, November 12, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Week 2: Self-Care, Wednesday, November 19, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Week 3: Relationships, Wednesday, November 26, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Week 4: Resilience, Wednesday, December 3, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Week 5: Kindness, Wednesday, December 10, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Week 6: Meaning, Wednesday, December 17, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 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.
