Measuring Human Flourishing Beyond Material Wealth
From the Editors
Writing for the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard, epidemiologist Tyler VanderWeele examines national well-being through a framework that looks beyond purely economic metrics. The essay highlights how genuine flourishing encompasses character development, a sense of purpose, and deep interpersonal relationships. We selected this piece for its thoughtful, evidence-grounded perspective on what truly sustains individual and communal health over generations.
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The Human Flourishing Program provides rigorous conceptual and empirical grounding for well-being beyond GDP. It offers readers a clear, actionable perspective on cultivating relational depth and personal purpose.
Originally Published
- Source
- Hfh Fas Harvard Edu
- Author
- Tyler VanderWeele
- Original date
- July 1, 2026
- Curated
- September 18, 2026
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