
Discover how personal well-being, community connection, and sustainability come together. This unique program blends positive psychology, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals to foster happiness that lasts – individually and collectively.


For over 20 years, Green Communities Costa Rica has cultivated joy, purpose, and resilience in the breathtaking cloud forests of Providencia de Dota.
Now you can step into that story - learn through hands-on projects, connect with the community, and witness what real-world transformation looks like.
The Purposeful Living Project is built upon the foundational work of Dr. Catherine O’Brien, who defined Sustainable Happiness as:
"Happiness that contributes to individual, community, and global well-being and does not exploit other people, the environment, or future generations”
Discover how happiness, health, and sustainability are deeply connected - and how you can live with greater purpose while helping create a better world. Delivered in partnership with Green Communities Costa Rica, this immersive, hands-on program blends science, self-reflection, and real-world community engagement in the stunning cloud-forested mountains of Providencia de Dota.
Uncover what truly makes us happy. Explore the science of positive psychology through interactive learning and practical exercises that build optimism, gratitude, and resilience while aligning your actions with your personal values and sense of purpose.
Reconnect with nature as your greatest teacher. In Costa Rica’s biodiverse ecosystems, you’ll experience how time spent outdoors restores mental health, reduces stress, and inspires new ways of living in harmony with the planet.
From local farms to forest gardens, explore how mindful consumption and sustainable food systems nurture both people and planet. Learn how community-driven projects support food security and strengthen global interdependence.
Experience the SDGs in action. Work alongside local changemakers at Green Communities to see how individual and collective actions drive measurable global impact toward a more equitable and sustainable world.
Move beyond “wellness” to explore what it means to truly flourish — personally, socially, and ecologically. Witness firsthand how happiness grows when communities and ecosystems thrive together.
Turn learning into action. Co-create a project with local partners that enhances genuine wealth — in happiness, health, and connection. Your contribution will leave a lasting impact in the community while deepening your own sense of purpose.
Watch the video to experience the Sustainable Happiness Certificate with Green Communities Costa Rica where well-being, purpose, and sustainability come alive.
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