Founded in 2016, the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science studies and promotes human flourishing, and develops systematic approaches to the synthesis of knowledge across disciplines.
Pre Survey
Quick Overview
This survey sets a baseline for human flourishing. Pair with the 'Flourishing Index - Post Survey' to track measurable changes and growth across key areas.
Overview
The Flourishing Index Pre-Survey offers a scientifically validated framework for assessing your organization’s baseline well-being across six essential dimensions: Happiness and Life Satisfaction, Mental and Physical Health, Meaning and Purpose, Character and Virtue, Close Social Relationships, and Financial and Material Stability. This pre-survey is designed to capture individual aspirations and perceptions before engaging in your program, workshop, or organizational initiative.
Used alongside the "Flourishing Index - Post Survey", this tool enables you to track progress and growth, providing actionable insights to foster a thriving organizational culture. The survey’s concise format ensures a seamless user experience, while the results offer a robust foundation for tailored interventions and strategic planning.
Description for the Respondent
This survey helps us understand your aspirations and perspectives across six well-being areas: Happiness, Health, Purpose, Character, Relationships, and Stability. Your input will provide insights into how this experience supports your personal and professional growth.
Questions
Overall, how satisfied are you with life as a whole these days?
In general, how happy or unhappy do you usually feel?
In general, how would you rate your physical health?
How would you rate your overall mental health?
Overall, to what extent do you feel the things you do in your life are worthwhile?
I understand my purpose in life.
I always act to promote good in all circumstances, even in difficult and challenging situations.
I am always able to give up some happiness now for greater happiness later.
I am content with my friendships and relationships.
My relationships are as satisfying as I would want them to be.
How often do you worry about being able to meet normal monthly living expenses?
How often do you worry about safety, food, or housing?
Which area(s) of your flourishing do you hope this experience will help you grow in?
How do you hope to grow from this experience? Please share your aspirations or expectations.
Post Survey
Quick Overview
Assess the growth and impact of your program on participants’ flourishing with the Flourishing Index Post-Survey, designed to measure progress across six key dimensions.
Overview
The Flourishing Index Post-Survey evaluates the growth participants have experienced across six essential dimensions of well-being: Happiness and Life Satisfaction, Mental and Physical Health, Meaning and Purpose, Character and Virtue, Close Social Relationships, and Financial and Material Stability. This survey complements the Pre-Survey, providing a comprehensive understanding of how your program has influenced participants' flourishing.
Designed with scientifically validated measures, the Post-Survey captures insights into both quantitative progress and personal reflections, offering actionable feedback for improving and celebrating the impact of your initiatives. Use it to track outcomes, demonstrate success, and refine future programs.
Description for the Respondent
This survey helps us understand how this experience contributed to your growth and well-being. By reflecting on areas like happiness, health, relationships, and purpose, your feedback will offer valuable insights to improve future programs and better support participants.
Questions
How much has this experience contributed to improvements in your overall satisfaction with life?
How much has this experience contributed to you feeling happier in general?
How much has this experience contributed to improvements in your physical health?
How much has this experience contributed to improvements in your mental health?
How much has this experience contributed to you finding more worth in the things you do?
How much has this experience contributed to your understanding of your life’s purpose?
How much has this experience helped you act to promote good, even in challenging situations?
How much has this experience helped you prioritize long-term happiness over short-term happiness?
How much has this experience contributed to your contentment with your friendships and relationships?
How much has this experience contributed to the satisfaction you feel in your relationships?
How much has this experience helped reduce your worry about meeting monthly living expenses?
How much has this experience helped reduce your worry about safety, food, or housing?
What private message would you like to share with the organizer of this experience about how it helped you grow? Please feel free to share any insights, reflections, or feedback on how this has impacted you. You will have an opportunity to share a public review of this program later.
Results
Your Impact Dashboard will show you the comparison between the pre and post survey results in real-time:
