Positive interventions are one of the building blocks for the application of positive psychology in our day-to-day lives. In this course taught by Dr. James Pawelski, we explore positive interventions through theory, research and practice. We provide learners the basic tools for using and measuring positive psychology in professional or personal contexts. Suggested prerequisite: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science.

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What You Will Learn

- Understand the Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Interventions

- Use strategies for classifying character strengths and virtues

- Choose goals that support your personal well-being

- Describe why it's important to cultivate a healthy emotional life

Course 2 of 5 in the Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Introducing the Course and Exploring Positive Emotions

WEEK 2: Understanding and Cultivating a Healthy Emotional Life

WEEK 3: Identifying and Using Character Strengths

WEEK 4: Setting and Achieving Goals

Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization

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University of Pennsylvania

James Pawelski