Sha-En Yeo
Happiness Scientist
TEDx speaker empowering 30,000+ with science-backed strategies for happiness.
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OPTIMISM: THE ANTIDOTE TO ADVERSITY
Health and Well-beingSynopsis
In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure world, employees are constantly navigating stress, rising workloads, and hidden emotional fatigue. Left unchecked, this leads to spirals of negativity, disengagement, and burnout. In this powerful 60-minute keynote, Sha-En shares the practical blueprint she’s taught thousands of clients to boost optimism, manage emotional stress, and move forward with joy and conviction. Through proven strategies, real-life stories, and actionable tools, participants will learn how to train their mind to focus on what’s working—even when life gets tough. This isn’t just about staying positive—it’s about rewiring the brain to be more resilient, resourceful, and hopeful in the face of adversity.
Target Audience
Corporate employees, Managers, Wellness leads and HR and L&D teams
Key Benefits
Participants will reframe their relationship with stress and believe in their capacity to overcome setbacks. They’ll leave feeling lighter, more in control, and ready to face challenges with renewed energy. They’ll begin using optimism tools daily—at work and in life—to regulate stress and focus on solutions.
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About
Sha-En Yeo is a leading voice in the field of Positive Psychology and workplace well-being. A graduate of the prestigious Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program at the University of Pennsylvania, she studied directly with pioneers such as Dr. Martin Seligman, Adam Grant, and Angela Duckworth. As a 2-time TEDx speaker, she is known for blending science-backed strategies with culturally relevant storytelling that connects with diverse audiences. With over 30,000 individuals empowered across Asia-Pacific, Sha-En helps leaders and teams use optimism to overcome adversity, boost resilience, and create thriving workplace cultures. Her keynotes are practical, inspiring, and grounded in research—perfect for organizations looking to future-proof their workforce through well-being and positive leadership.
Unique Selling Point
Masters in Applied Positive Psychology – Studied under world-renowned researchers Dr. Martin Seligman, Adam Grant, and Angela Duckworth at the University of Pennsylvania.
2x TEDx Speaker – Delivered two TEDx talks (2019 and 2022) on the science of happiness and rising amidst adversity.
30,000+ Lives Impacted – Trained and spoken to over 30,000 people across Asia-Pacific in both corporate and educational settings.
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Sha-En delivered a perfect presentation to us, balancing theory and practice to perfection.
Sha-En delivered a perfect presentation to us, balancing theory and practice to perfection. Our team of 80 across many regions in Asia, felt they got valuable tools in their toolkit to manage crisis and change. As a speaker, she is passionate, energized and engaged with her audience.
- BO PORSGAARD PEDERSEN
Regional Manager, Asia Sourcing and Trading at AAK
Her presentation style, reassuring tone and ability to understand the challenges employees face in the region, both culturally and familial issues, were very impressive.
Sha-En’s weekly one-hour session drew hundreds of employees over the course of 9 weeks. Her presentation style, reassuring tone and ability to understand the challenges employees face in the region, both culturally and familial issues, were very impressive.
- HOPE EWING
Head of Employee Communication and Organisational Culture at Visa
Sha-En skillfully led all workshops with confidence and experience, while creating a safe space for people to fully participate.
Sha-En skillfully led all workshops with confidence and experience, while creating a safe space for people to fully participate. She has a great mix of a structured approach of learning combined with a deep understanding and empathy for the human weaknesses.
- JANA MARLE-ZIZKOVA
CEO & Co-founder at She Loves Data
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