The holiday tree has been taken down. The credit cards bills are starting to pour in and it’s cold and dark outside. ‘Tis the season when thoughts turn to the concept of “well-being.” What exactly is well-being? What are the beliefs and practices that create – and sustain – a sense of well-being? Here to explore the question are Michael Busseri, associate professor, Department of Psychology, Colleen Hood, professor, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, and Kathy Belicki, professor, Department of Psychology.