Towards Sustainable Well Being
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Towards Sustainable Well Being
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Author : Anders Hayden
language : en
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Release Date : 2022-08-03
Towards Sustainable Well Being written by Anders Hayden and has been published by University of Toronto Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-08-03 with Political Science categories.
Towards Sustainable Well-Being examines existing efforts and emerging possibilities to improve upon gross domestic product as the dominant indicator of economic and social performance. Contributions from leading international and Canadian researchers in the field of beyond-GDP measurement offer a rich range of perspectives on alternative ways to measure well-being and sustainability, along with lessons from around the world on how to bring those metrics into the policy process. Key topics include the policy and political impacts of major beyond-GDP measurement initiatives; the most promising possibilities and policy applications for beyond-GDP measurement; key barriers to introducing beyond-GDP metrics; and complementary measures to ensure new measurements are not merely calculated but taken into account in policymaking. The book highlights a distinction between a reformist beyond-GDP vision, which seeks to improve policymaking and quality of life within existing political and economic institutions, and a transformative vision aiming for more fundamental change including a move beyond economic growth. Illustrating the many advances that have occurred in Canada and internationally, Towards Sustainable Well-Being proposes next steps for both the reformist and transformative visions, as well as possible common ground between them in the pursuit of sustainable well-being.
Sustainable Wellbeing Futures
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Author : Robert Costanza
language : en
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Release Date : 2020-05-29
Sustainable Wellbeing Futures written by Robert Costanza and has been published by Edward Elgar Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-29 with Nature categories.
Ecological economics can help create the future that most people want – a future that is prosperous, just, equitable and sustainable. This forward-thinking book lays out an alternative approach that places the sustainable wellbeing of humans and the rest of nature as the overarching goal. Each of the book’s chapters, written by a diverse collection of scholars and practitioners, outlines a research and action agenda for how this future can look and possible actions for its realisation.
Sustainable Happiness
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Author : Joe Loizzo
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-09-10
Sustainable Happiness written by Joe Loizzo and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-09-10 with Psychology categories.
Today’s greatest health challenges, the so-called diseases of civilization—depression, trauma, obesity, cancer—are now known in large part to reflect our inability to tame stress reflexes gone wild and to empower instead the peaceful, healing and sociable part of our nature that adapts us to civilized life. The same can be said of the economic challenges posed by the stress-reactive cycles of boom and bust, driven by addictive greed and compulsive panic. As current research opens up new horizons of stress-cessation, empathic intelligence, peak performance, and shared happiness, it has also encountered Asian methods of self-healing and interdependence more effective and teachable than any known in the West. Sustainable Happiness is the first book to make Asia’s most rigorous and complete system of contemplative living, hidden for centuries in Tibet, accessible to help us all on our shared journey towards sustainable well-being, altruism, inspiration and happiness.
Towards Sustainable Good Health And Well Being
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Author : Torstein Hole
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2024-09-20
Towards Sustainable Good Health And Well Being written by Torstein Hole and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-09-20 with Medical categories.
The purpose of this open access book is threefold. The first is to shed light on patient participation and health literacy for Good Health and Well-being, which is one of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Health literacy is considered a prerequisite for patients to be able to participate in shared decisions on their own treatment (WHO,1998). Health literacy has received increased international attention: the concept is linked to person-centred health services, sustainable resource utilization, health-promoting and preventive health work, treatment of chronic diseases and social inequality (WHO, 2016). The second purpose is to provide health professionals and students with educational models for building health literacy for patients and relatives. This purpose is linked to Quality Education, one of the UN's sustainability goals. The third purpose is to present critical perspectives on the demand for sustainability in healthcare services. Both ethical dilemmas and philosophical reflections on patient participation, health literacy and sustainability are presented. The Norwegian definition of health literacy is as follows: “Health competence is a person's ability to understand, assess and apply health information to be able to take knowledge-based decisions related to one's own health. This applies to both decisions related to lifestyle choices, disease prevention measures, self-management of disease and use of the health and care service” (Helsedireektoratet, 2020). The sustainability goal is clearly outlined in this definition, although the organisational perspective on health literacy is lacking. Patient participation leads to improved patient satisfaction and safety (Castro, Van Regenmortel, Vanhaecht, Sermeus, & Van Hecke, 2016; Collins, Britten, Ruusuvuori, & Thompson, 2007; Vahdat, Hamzehgardeshi, Hessam, & Hamzehgardeshi, 2014), efficient co-operation between patients and healthcare professionals, and enhanced management ofthe disease (Collins et al., 2007; Vahdat et al., 2014). Health literacy as well as patient participation are important aspects for sustainable development and good and effective healthcare services in the future.
Education For Sustainable Happiness And Well Being
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Author : Catherine O'Brien
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-04-14
Education For Sustainable Happiness And Well Being written by Catherine O'Brien and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-14 with Education categories.
In this innovative and cogent presentation of her concept of sustainable happiness, Catherine O’Brien outlines how the leading recommendations for transforming education can be integrated within a vision of well-being for all. Solution-focused, the book demonstrates how aspects of this vision are already being realized, and the potential for accelerating education transitions that enable people and ecosystems to flourish. Each chapter assists educators to understand how to apply the lessons learned, both personally and professionally. The aim is to support educators to experience themselves as change-makers with growing confidence to implement new teaching strategies and inspire their students to become change-makers as well—engaged in deep learning that develops character, connections with life, and invigorating collaborations that revitalize the very purpose of education.
Postgrowth And Wellbeing
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Author : Milena Büchs
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-07-20
Postgrowth And Wellbeing written by Milena Büchs and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-07-20 with Political Science categories.
This book presents a detailed and critical discussion about how human wellbeing can be maintained and improved in a postgrowth era. It highlights the close links between economic growth, market capitalism, and the welfare state demonstrating that, in many ways, wellbeing outcomes currently depend on the growth paradigm. Here the authors argue that notions of basic human needs deserve greater emphasis in debates on postgrowth because they are more compatible with limits to growth. Drawing on theories of social practices, the book explores structural barriers to transitions to a postgrowth society, and ends with suggestions for policies and institutions that could support wellbeing in the context of postgrowth. This thought-provoking work makes a valuable contribution to debates surrounding climate change, sustainability, welfare states and inequality and will appeal to students and scholars of social policy, sociology, political science, economics, political ecology and human geography.
The Wellbeing Of Nations
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language : en
Publisher: Island Press
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The Wellbeing Of Nations written by and has been published by Island Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Business & Economics categories.
Produced in collaboration with the leading international organizations involved with sustainable development, this work is a reference for development and environmental policy professionals, as well as for students and scholars in environmental studies and international studies.
Innovations For A Sustainable Well Being Empowering Today S Youth
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Author : Dr. D. Ayub Khan Dawood
language : en
Publisher: Alborear (OPC) Pvt. Ltd.
Release Date : 2025-02-12
Innovations For A Sustainable Well Being Empowering Today S Youth written by Dr. D. Ayub Khan Dawood and has been published by Alborear (OPC) Pvt. Ltd. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-02-12 with Education categories.
Young people play a vital role in advancing sustainable development, climate action, and innovation. They are not just recipients of change but active stakeholders and catalysts in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Despite their immense creativity, entrepreneurial mindset, and unique talents, youth-led innovations often lack sufficient resources and recognition. Unlocking their potential and harnessing their drive is essential to cultivating future sustainability leaders across different fields. In a rapidly evolving world shaped by technological progress, shifting global trends, and changing socio-economic landscapes, youth empowerment has become a crucial foundation for building a resilient and prosperous future. The concept of sustainable wellbeing among today’s youth has gained significant attention across various sectors. As we look toward the future, it is increasingly evident that fostering the potential and ambitions of young people is not merely an option; it is a necessity for progress and sustainability. Empowering youth is of paramount importance. They are not just passive inheritors of the world we create but the architects of tomorrow’s reality. Their creativity, innovation, and fresh perspectives will influence societies, industries, and policies in the years ahead. However, true empowerment goes beyond education; it involves equipping them with the necessary tools, knowledge, skills, and opportunities to take control of their futures and contribute meaningfully to global progress. In fact, this concept extends beyond personal development to broader societal advancement. An empowered youth population fuels economic growth by introducing fresh ideas and entrepreneurial ventures that drive innovation. Additionally, an engaged and informed youth demographic plays a critical role in shaping social and political discourse, ensuring that their concerns and aspirations are reflected in decision-making processes. Nevertheless, the journey toward youth empowerment is complex and multifaceted. It requires addressing key challenges such as equitable access to education, meaningful employment opportunities, mental health support, and the creation of environments that nurture personal growth and confidence. Achieving this goal demands a collective effort from governments, educational institutions, community organizations, and the private sector to build an ecosystem that supports, guides, and uplifts young individuals. Throughout this conference proceeding, we will examine the key aspects of sustainable wellbeing and transformative strategies of youth empowerment. Through this dialogue, we aim to spark ideas, foster meaningful discussions, and emphasize the urgency of investing in today’s youth to build a stronger, more resilient future.
Sustainable Development
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Author : Felix Rauschmayer
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-07-26
Sustainable Development written by Felix Rauschmayer and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-26 with Business & Economics categories.
This groundbreaking new work establishes links between sustainable development, needs, well-being, and the capabilities approach that is central to human development and the United Nations Development Programme. By challenging the role of people in sustainability policy, this collection’s argument refocuses sustainable development on needs and makes it easier for people to relate positively to its core values. This exciting new book incites a whole new way of looking at sustainable development. Even though the word ‘needs’ is central to the most popular definition of sustainable development, the concepts of needs and capabilities remain within the debate on human development, without going further into intergenerational justice or environmental protection. The discussion of needs reaches non-academics in a more direct way than talking about abstract thresholds, substitutability and other issues dear to academic debate on sustainability. This collection links the questions of intra- and intergenerational justice with issues of quality of life, life courses, and well-being. Dealing with needs entails dealing with deeper layers of consciousness, revealing emotions and questioning habits and values. In this way, the collection presents an opportunity for substantial social change as well as a challenge for research and policy-making. This thought-provoking collection asks its readers to reconsider the role of needs based on the philosophical arguments presented, to understand how sustainability can become a part of the capability approach, to better consider the dependency of life chances on birth contingencies, and to see the relationship between capabilities, needs, and well-being in a different light. The editors finish by clarifying the possibilities and challenges of a needs-based sustainability policy for policy makers, and explain the role of deeply held values. This book should be of interest to postgraduates and researchers in Environmental and Ecological Economics, as well as many other disciplines including Political Economics, Social Ecology, Human Ecology, Sustainability Science and Developmental Politics.
From Gdp To Sustainable Wellbeing
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Author : Paul Allin
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-08-27
From Gdp To Sustainable Wellbeing written by Paul Allin and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-08-27 with Political Science categories.
This book is about the function and use of official statistics. It welcomes the aspiration for official statistics to be an indispensable element in the information system of a democratic society, serving the government, the economy and the public with data about the economic, demographic, social and environmental situation. The book identifies the political role of official statisticians, who decided what gets measured as well as how it is measured. While thousands of official statistics are published every year, and some are quoted by politicians, used by policy-makers or reported in the media, the authors observe that, in the main, official statistics do not feature much in everyday lives of people and businesses. The book concludes with suggestions for more that should be done, especially in the context of improving wellbeing and helping meet the worldwide set of sustainable development goals set for 2030.