积极心理学

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课程概况

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.

These are exciting times. The science of positive psychology now clearly offers evidence-based approaches to help people live full and meaningful lives. We can now confidently steer ourselves and our communities towards health and flourishing.

This course not only showcases the visionary scientific work of Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues in the field of positive psychology, it also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately.

Together we will “lift the hood” of positive psychology to discover the tiny engines that drive it:  Positive emotions. Often subtle and always fleeting, positive emotions are remarkably consequential – psychologically, socially, and physically.  Topics of study include creativity and resilience, love and connection, flourishing and physical health.

By taking this course, you will become conversant in leading-edge theory and evidence straight from the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory (PEP Lab), including work that measures the benefits of positive emotions for your heart and your immune system. You will also gain experience using lab-tested tools and practices geared toward helping you discover all that life can be.

Register now to learn how positive emotions drive a positive psychology that can boost your and others’ energy, connections, and health, even during trying times.

课程大纲

Week 1: Positive Emotions: The Tiny Engines of Positive Psychology. Look “under the hood” to discover the powerful drivers of growth, well-being, and health.

Week 2: The Mindscapes and Outcomes of Positivity. Discover the roots of flexibility, creativity, and resilience.

Week 3: The Delicate Art of Pursuing Happiness. Discover the ratios and priorities that best promote flourishing and learn common pitfalls to avoid.

Week 4: Positivity Resonance and Loving-Kindness. Unveil the force of co-experienced positive emotions and practice this lab-tested meditation honed over millennia.

Week 5: The Fruits of Positivity Resonance. Learn to spot the health benefits that loving-kindness uniquely nourishes.

Week 6: The Ripples of Positivity Resonance. Far beyond you and your happiness, positive psychology radiates out to benefit your relationships and community.

预备知识

No background in science or psychology is needed. All are welcome!

参考资料

You can strengthen your grasp of the course material by supplementing the videos and readings freely available within Coursera with suggested readings from two books that Barbara Fredrickson has written for a general readership. Each is available in paperback.
Fredrickson, Barbara L. (2009) Positivity. New York: Three Rivers Press.
Fredrickson, Barbara L. (2013). Love 2.0. New York: Plume.