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.
Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions
Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions
This course is part of Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization
Instructor: James Pawelski, Ph.D.
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What you'll 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
Skills you'll gain
- Self-Awareness
- Positive Behavior Support
- Optimism
- Personal Development
- Self-Motivation
- Growth Mindedness
- Goal Setting
- Smart Goals
- Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
- Creativity
- Psychology
- Cognitive flexibility
- Curiosity
- Emotional Intelligence
- Overcoming Obstacles
- Productivity
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Reviewed on Feb 8, 2020
The course found a perfect balance between academic content, self reflection and hands on practicing. I got a ton out of it and would definitively recommend it to others.
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Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
The course is full of not only theoretical information, but also practical tips how to apply it . I loved the assignments ,which help me make sure that I really understand the topic
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Reviewed on Feb 16, 2020
A good follow-up on the first course in this specialization. I liked the fact that we got a lot of home work assignments, as it really helped in anchoring those things which were taught.
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