designing for happiness: a positive future for technology—sxsw 2016
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Happiness Designing for
A positive future for technology
A SXSW 2016 PROPOSAL
@paminthelab
sometimes makes us feel… Technology
lonely
anxious addicted
lazy distracted
disconnected
incomplete
But there is no getting away from it
respected
connected
smart
creative
hopeful
Technology can make us happy in all the ways
informed
confident
nurtured
proud
validated
relaxed
curious
compassionate
inspired
entertained
delighted
brave
challenged
appreciated
admired
amused
empowered
encouraged
safe
engaged
Change Sciences Research 2015
Happiness is…
Pleasure and Purpose
More likely to
recommend
Feel like we
belong
Explore
and interact
Share positive
moments
More likely to
return
When people feel happy using technology,
the outcomes are positive for everyone
Feel good about
ourselves Form an
attachment
Change Sciences Research 2015
What if we could design for
Happiness?
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music
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playing winning free wifi
discovery adventure culture nature
treats pets surprises family
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BEHAVIORAL
DESIGN
POSITIVE
DESIGN
FRICTIONLESS
DESIGN
The next phase for designing technology is Positive Design
accomplish
anticipate
sample
express
savor
remember
The Happy Path is not always direct
reflect
Ease of use, control,
productivity, mastery
AUTONOMY TRUST CONNECTION CREATIVITY MEANING
Security, respect,
privacy, authenticity
Identity, community,
relationships
Discovery, play,
expression, making
Continuity, learning,
challenges, flow
There are five factors of Positive Design
Positive Design New capabilities
Meaningful connection
Wise decisions
Healthy habits
Maximum potential
Happiness Learn how to design for
at SXSW 2016
Please
VOTE
A SXSW 2016 PROPOSAL
@paminthelab