Flourish Science

Join us on Thursday, Feb 27th, 11-12 PM PST for an online workshop on student wellbeing! Designed for health promotion specialists, peer educators and anyone interested in student mental health, this interactive session will equip you with research-backed strategies to enhance student mental health on your campus. ✨ What to Expect: - Expert insights from Dr. Julie Cachia on the science of happiness and well-being - Hands-on tools like the Flourish Challenge, Mood Map, and Compliment Cards (featured in TIME Magazine!) - Actionable strategies to implement in your next campaign or tabling event 🔗 RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/95T4S

Just returned from an incredible week at Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP) in Denver! 🎉 Xuan Zhao, PhD, and I presented 2 talks: 📌 One at the Happiness & Well-Being Preconference 📌 Another at a symposium on AI and well-being We shared findings from a 6-week randomized controlled trial showing that students who received access to the Flourish app experienced: ✅ Less loneliness ✅ More positive emotions ✅ Greater belonging ✅ Enhanced mindfulness ✅ Better overall well-being And despite an 8 AM session on the final day, we had an amazing turnout! Thankful to all the attendees who connected with us afterwards! Special thanks to Dwight Tse, PhD for inviting us to speak at the preconference. And shoutout to Dunigan Folk & Victoria Oldemburgo de Mello for sharing their fascinating research on AI and anthropomorphism. 🚀 If you missed us in Denver, we recorded our talk! You can watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gpp3wNP4

Only 2 days until we dive into the Science & Practice of Student Flourishing! 💡 Why you don’t want to miss this: ✅ Get hands-on with our Flourish Toolkit (Mood Map, Compliment Cards, & more—featured in TIME Magazine!) ✅ Learn how to launch a free Flourish Challenge for Mental Health Awareness Month (May) ✅ Walk away with ready-to-use well-being strategies for your next tabling event or campus initiative Over 50 attendees have already signed up—will you be there? Secure your spot now! 👇 🔗 https://shorturl.at/95T4S

Woohoo! 🎉 So excited to welcome you back as a Flourish Campus Ambassador, Audrey Koch! ❤️ We love your dedication and passion for mental health advocacy—and can’t wait to see how you’ll continue to make a positive impact on campus. Here’s to continued growth and plenty of flourishing ahead! 🌱✨

We're excited to welcome you back as a Campus Ambassador, Kylee Sheppard! ❤️ Your enthusiasm, creativity, and thoughtfulness have always stood out to us, and we look forward to the positive impact you'll make on campus. Here's to a great new chapter together! 🌱

Feeling overwhelmed by college stress? You’re not alone. 🎓💫 Thrilled to share our latest blog post, “From Overwhelmed to Thriving: How to Manage Stress and Foster Well-being in College”. College today comes with its unique set of challenges—from rising tuition and economic uncertainties to the constant buzz of the digital world. It’s no wonder so many students are feeling the strain. In this post, we dive into: ✨ Science-backed strategies to manage stress 📱 How the Flourish app can be your new well-being buddy 🧠 Tips on building resilience and emotional awareness 🌟 Redefining success beyond grades and resumes Whether you’re a student navigating these pressures or someone who supports them, there’s something here for you. Let us know what you think! #MentalHealth #CollegeLife #StudentWellbeing #StressManagement #ThriveInCollege #FlourishApp

🌱 Flourishing at college! 🌱 Over the past year, we’ve made tremendous strides on building AI for student well-being: 🚀 Engaged with over 1,000 students across 12 universities and colleges 🚀 Iterated the Flourish app through 6 major versions 🚀 Completed 2 randomized controlled trials, observing meaningful improvements in student well-being in both studies 🚀 Received overwhelmingly positive feedback from students, faculty, counseling centers, wellness offices, athletics departments, and even a career center! 🚀 Achieved a remarkable 85% monthly retention rate With that, we're excited to share that Flourish Science has developed a science-based, AI-powered, and proactive solution to support college mental health and well-being, addressing a critical issue facing the 20 million college students in the US—and many more around the world! Check out our website introducing our innovative approach combining behavioral science, positive psychology, human-centered design, and AI—personalized at scale, accessible to all! https://lnkd.in/g4cu54sb 🌱 Our secret weapons 🌱 1. Giving talks and workshops In the past year, we’ve delivered over 12 on student well-being in the age of AI at: - universities like Stanford, Harvard, UPenn, Brown, UW, UChicago, Chapman, and SFSU, - liberal arts colleges like Providence College, and - community colleges like Foothill, De Anza, and the San Mateo Community College District. Through these experiences, we’ve learned what excites and concerns students and admin about AI for mental wellness. Time and again, we’ve seen our thoughtful approach and the STAR framework (Science-based, Timely, Action-oriented, Real-life-focused) turn skeptics into enthusiastic supporters. Higher ed leaders and counselors have praised Flourish as an evidence-based, approachable, and empowering product that complements and empowers their initiatives and aspirations. With this growing momentum, we’re thrilled to partner with more institutions to expand our impact! 2. Partnering with psychology faculty Completing two RCTs in our first year was a near-impossible feat made possible by the dedication of our faculty collaborators. They supported us in designing the Flourish Challenge, securing IRB approvals, providing product feedback, and motivating students to participate in research and experiential learning. We’re proud to present our recent research at the Society of Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP)—the biggest international conference for social psychology—this February in a symposium on LLM and well-being, as well as at the international Happiness and Well-Being Preconference. We look forward to connecting with faculty who share our passion for solving the last-mile problem of translating science into practice! 🌱 What’s next? 🌱 Last week, we had a blast introducing Flourish at the NASPA Strategies Conference in Boston, and the reception was overwhelmingly positive! Stay tuned for stories and photos in my next post.

I had such a great time leading this workshop on daily habits for lasting well-being at Stanford Research Park! 🌱 We focused on how small, consistent actions can have a profound impact on our well-being—especially as we embrace the New Year. While it’s tempting to set lofty goals, we explored the science of starting small and staying consistent ✨ I’m so grateful to everyone who attended and brought their positive energy and insights to the room. Your enthusiasm and thoughtful reflections remind me why I’m so passionate about this work ❤️ Thank you to Stanford Research Park for hosting and to I Lin Chen and Jezabelle Rodriguez who helped make this session possible! #HealthyHabits #ScienceOfWellBeing #StanfordResearchPark

We’re excited to announce that applications are open for our Spring '25 cohort of Flourish Student Ambassadors! Apply TODAY, or share this opportunity with someone who would shine in this role! Why Join: Passionate about mental health and enjoy connecting with others? This is a great opportunity at Flourish Science to make a meaningful impact on your campus while building valuable leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. What you’ll do: ⭐ Promote mental health and wellness on social media by showing students that mental health isn’t just about therapy—it starts from the small, everyday actions that make a big difference! ⭐ Co-host fun campus events and workshops to promote Flourish in your community. ⭐ Conduct user research to help make the Flourish app more accessible, helpful, and fun for busy college students. What’s in it for you? ✨ Make an impact promoting mental health in your community. ✨ Exclusive Flourish merch. ✨ Hands-on start-up experience. 📅 Application will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Highly recommend submitting before Jan 20, 2025! 📍 Open to U.S. and Canadian undergrads, able to commit 3-5 hours per week between February and early June. 📍Relevant experience in mental health advocacy or student clubs is a big plus! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gbMCgJ23 Let’s make mental health simple, fun, and accessible—together! 🌱 #mentalhealth #wellbeing #flourishing #AI

If you're in the middle of finals week and feeling overwhelmed, here are a few simple ways that Sunnie and the Flourish app can help you maintain balance and stay focused during this intense period 🌱: 📚 Create a Study Plan: Break your study sessions into manageable chunks and set clear goals. If you need help creating a study plan, a quick chat with Sunnie can get you started! ⏰ Use the Pomodoro Technique: Work in short, focused sprints (usually 25 minutes), then take a brief break. You can earn cute tomatoes while you study if you use our pomodoro timer! ;) 😌 Breathe with Sunnie: During your pomodoro breaks, step away from your desk and do a quick breathing exercise. So simple, yet incredibly effective. (This is one of our most popular activities!) 🌳 Take a Nature Walk: If you feel stuck or need some inspiration, try taking a walk around the block. Even a brief stroll can refresh you and give you a new perspective when you return to studying! Remember, your well-being matters. Taking small breaks and making time for self-care can help you stay focused, energized, and ready to tackle your exams! 💪 Ready to try these out? You can get the Flourish app here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gZ6y7ueF #FinalsWeek #StudentWellBeing #StudyTips #Exams #NatureWalk