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About the Course

Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman—renowned worldwide as the “father of Positive Psychology”—has led visionary leaps in the scientific research, empirical data and personal understandings of human flourishing. This course explores the past, present and future of positive psychology as a journey through the key scientific leaps led by Dr. Seligman and his colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania's Positive Psychology Center and Master of Applied Positive Psychology program. There are no prerequisites....

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RS

Dec 8, 2017

Very self-enhancing. Activities are fun and at the same time a good avenue for learning experiences. Very positive and student engaging. Thank you for giving me the chance to be part of this course =)

BS

Jan 22, 2020

Dr Seligman is a very charismatic professor. He presents the course in a very interesting and engaging way. I enjoyed the coursework as well as the reading. I will be delving further into the subject.

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By Sheena B

Jan 24, 2018

If you want to learn what Positive Psychology is all about.... this is the right place... where you get to lnow what Positive Psychology is from the horse's mouth, i.e. Dr. Seligman! :D :D

By Marcos M C

Nov 8, 2017

186/5000

It is a wonderful course, especially for beginners like me. I think that the path of positive physiology is the right one and it has to be implemented every day of each one of us.

By Julie L

Oct 27, 2017

Loved it! I've never studied Psychology before (I am a Sociology major), but I work as a Leadership Coach and everything I am learning is incredibly valuable - for my work and my own life.

By Brenda L

May 30, 2020

Amazing course! Very practical. Easy to understand, easy to follow and easy to achieve well-being. I am so glad that I took this course. Highly recommend to people who want to be happier.

By Daria K

Mar 4, 2020

Absolutely amazing course! I've learnt a lot of theoretical and practical background of positive psychology. I would like to use this knowledge in my life and I will share it with others.

By JEAN-CLAUDE Y

Mar 29, 2019

It is wonderfully presented and the content is so important. thank you professor Seligman for all what you did and I hope I will be able to see you and learn even more about positivity...

By Elizabeth L C

Jan 5, 2019

I appreciate the course in its totality, but I am especially grateful for and excited about the exercises that will improve both my quality of life and also that of my clients. Thank you!

By Angeliki O L

Oct 10, 2018

Good lectures with interesting homework and assigments that are fun and easy! Loved the research findings that they reported and the new fields that are emerging from Positive Psychology!

By Loice S

Nov 1, 2021

This course give the framework and history of Positive Psychology from the person who built it. The examples are practical and compelling. I've decided to do the entire specialization.

By Jason

Jul 24, 2019

Like the course a lot. Hope there will be more topics on Positive Psychology on how to apply this on real world issue such as workplace conflict, marriages, and even raising of children

By Luz M R S

Sep 17, 2018

Altamente recomendable, la información es actual y en todo momento la información y actividades propuestas invitan al trabajo personal. Es una excelente oportunidad de aprender y crecer.

By ana f m d o n

Feb 26, 2020

I was amazed by the away Prof. Seligman exposes his vision. The theory is an important aspect of the course but the surprise is on the exercises that you can incorporate into your life.

By Julie H

Sep 13, 2023

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I think the content and format is very good. I learned a lot personally and for use in my work as an adult educator. I would recommend this course.

By Jigar V

Nov 29, 2020

This was an eye opener. I had so much to learn and read through about this course. I am looking forward to the other courses to get to know more about the world of Positive Psychology.

By Dheepthi S

Aug 2, 2020

This course was very helpful in teaching me techniques to live a more positive life. It also is something I feel I can apply the learnings to help my relationship with self and others.

By RITESH G

Nov 14, 2019

A lovely course to understand oneself, signature strength, the concept of PERMA and Positive Health. How to be a joy multiplier and learn more about the genesis of Positive psychology.

By Susan A

Nov 11, 2017

Excellent and engaging course that introduces the history and foundations of Positive Psychology, as well as practical tools to use every day for improved well-being. Highly recommend.

By Satarupa B

Jun 2, 2017

I just finished my first Course on Coursera on Psitive Psychology. The experience of learning is amazing. The more I am learning, the lesser I feel I have learnt...I need to know more.

By Kimberly W

May 28, 2017

Incredible opportunity to explore the foundations of the scientific field of Positive Psychology with pioneer, Dr. Martin Seligman and renowned experts. I highly recommend to everyone!

By Elnara I

Jun 26, 2024

This training shifts the mindset in a positive direction. I learned a lot of useful information from this course and plan to practice it in my life. Thanks for such a helpful course!

By George L

Jan 25, 2020

Fascinating overview. Martin Seligman is a fantastic orator and I enjoyed the overview of different topics. I'm looking forward to the nitty gritty of application in the next courses.

By Brooke D

May 1, 2018

This is my favorite subject and what has helped me more than anything else with depression and anxiety. So thankful for this new science and oppportunity to study it more in depth :)

By Alberto P

Sep 2, 2017

It was a great opportunity lo listen to Dr. Seligman talking about positive psychology, an approach that should have more attention from everybody in order to increase the well-being.

By Nicolas C

Jul 27, 2021

Hermoso curso, agradezco esta maravillosa posibilidad y a todos los involucrados en que se expanda el bienestar de las personas gracias al gran Marty y a coursera por hacerlo posible

By Christina C M L

May 23, 2020

i liked this course and provided me with good overview and understanding of positive pyschology. good to be able to learn virtually with Dr Martin and fellow colleagues from U. Penn.