Sonja Lyubomirsky is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside, a researcher, author, and speaker whose work explores happiness and well-being. She earned her Ph.D. in social psychology from Stanford University and studies why some people are happier than others, the benefits of happiness, strategies for increasing it, and how people adapt to positive experiences. Her research examines science-backed approaches such as gratitude, kindness, and social connection.

Lyubomirsky is the author of The How of Happiness and The Myths of Happiness, published in 39 countries, and How to Feel Loved, written with Harry Reis. Her website shares information about her research, selected publications, teaching, media appearances, and talks. Visitors can access scholarly papers, learn about the Subjective Happiness Scale, and explore resources on happiness and social connection. She also offers a newsletter and, with executive coach Lauren Weinstein, the Elevate Membership, which provides weekly insights and practical tools intended to support calm, clarity, and well-being.