This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and meaningful life.
Positive Psychology
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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There are 6 modules in this course
Look “under the hood” to discover the powerful drivers of growth, well-being, and health.
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4 videos3 readings1 quiz
Discover the roots of flexibility, creativity, and resilience.
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4 videos3 readings1 quiz
Discover the ratios and priorities that best promote flourishing and learn common pitfalls to avoid.
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3 videos3 readings1 quiz
Unveil the force of co-experienced positive emotions and practice this lab-tested meditation honed over millennia.
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6 videos3 readings1 quiz
Learn to spot the health benefits that loving-kindness uniquely nourishes.
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4 videos3 readings1 quiz
Far beyond you and your happiness, positive psychology radiates out to benefit your relationships and community.
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3 videos3 readings1 quiz
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4.8 (1,377 ratings)
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IU
5
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2017
Great course. Learned a lot. Good material. Strong curriculum. A bit slow at time. Quality of video could be improved. Well worth the cost. It would be great if next level course was offered.
R
5
Reviewed on May 28, 2020
I just love this course. I'm a software engineering student but I love human psychology. This positive psychology helps me in my real life a lot. Specially the meditation part. Thank you so much.
SB
4
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2016
This course allowed me to gain a deeper insight into understanding my emotions and how they affect me and those around me, it enabled me to regulate my emotions and understand the emotions of others.
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