Positive psychology: Science of Well-Being & Flourishing

Categories: Positive psychology
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Learning Outcomes and Impact

By the end of the course, learners should be able to:
1. Identify and apply strengths to improve their personal and professional
lives.
2. Set meaningful goals and increase motivation using various goal-setting
techniques.
3. Cultivate resilience and adopt a growth mindset in the face of challenges.
4. Build emotional intelligence and practice mindfulness to enhance stress
management.
5. Incorporate acts of kindness and positive psychology interventions into
their routine.
6. Design a well-being plan that aligns with their personal and professional
aspirations.

What Will You Learn?

  • The course offers a comprehensive understanding of positive psychology with a focus on practical applications. Its combination of scientific theory, engaging activities, and self-reflection exercises ensures that learners walk away with the tools and knowledge necessary to apply positive psychology in their own lives.
  • Key Impact:
  • By integrating positive psychology into daily life, individuals can experience higher levels of happiness, meaning, and personal growth, leading to more fulfilling personal and professional lives.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Positive Psychology
What is Positive Psychology? (Martin Seligman, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi) The shift from traditional psychology to strength-based psychology Activity: Personal well-being self-assessment

  • Lecture Overview
  • 1. What is Positive Psychology?
  • 1.1. The Origins of Positive Psychology
  • 2. Traditional vs. Positive Psychology
  • 2.1. Core Concepts and Theories of Positive Psychology
  • 3. Summary and Key Takeaways on Modul 1
  • 4. Activity: Well-Being Self-Assessment (based on the PERMA model)
  • 5. Homework & Reflection on Modul 1

Module 2: The Science of Happiness & Well-Being
The PERMA Model (Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Achievement) Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic happiness Activity: Gratitude journaling & reflection exercise

Module 3: Strength-Based Approach
VIA Character Strengths & Gallup Strengths Finder How strengths enhance personal and professional life Activity: VIA Strengths Assessment & practical application

Module 4: Growth Mindset & Resilience
Carol Dweck’s Growth Mindset Theory Building resilience through adversity (case studies) Activity: Reframing setbacks into growth opportunities

Module 5: Emotional Intelligence & Mindfulness
Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence model Mindfulness, meditation, and stress reduction techniques Activity: Daily mindfulness practice

Module 6: Positive Psychology Interventions
Gratitude practices, visualization, affirmations The science behind acts of kindness and altruism Activity: Perform and reflect on random acts of kindness

Module 7: Goal-Setting & Motivation
Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan) SMART vs. WOOP goals for success Activity: Vision board creation

Module 8: Building Meaningful Relationships
The impact of social connections on well-being Positive communication techniques (Nonviolent Communication) Activity: Empathy and active listening exercises

Module 9: Applying Positive Psychology in Life & Work
Using positive psychology in coaching, leadership, and therapy Ethical considerations & avoiding toxic positivity Final Project: Develop a personal or professional well-being plan

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