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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....

Top reviews

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 =)

JK

May 5, 2021

This is not a course for educational purposes only. This course will change the way you look at yourself and your relationship with society forever. Take it, and encourage your friends to do the same.

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By Jigisha S

Jun 13, 2019

It is a very helpful course, especially when I am planning to work with young children on holistic positive living. The content was easy to understand and some practical exercises were very good

By Melody R A

Apr 4, 2023

Es un curso interesante que te brinda diferentes aspectos de como ver la vida, la salud y el bienestar mental a través de diferentes estrategias que ayudan a mejorar las experiencias de la vida

By Olga W

Jan 26, 2018

I have very much enjoyed this course, learnt many new practical topics which I can use in my everyday life and work with my clients. I am eager to see the rest 4 courses of this specialization.

By Juan J

Jan 21, 2018

This course was an excellent introduction to the science of Positive Psychology. As a psychologist with an analytical perspective, it provided much food for thought and much needed perspective.

By Nikolaos K

Sep 24, 2017

Congratulations to Marty Seligman and all the staff at UPENN - I loved the course and I am grateful to all the positive changes this new science is bringing to the world. Thank you Dr Seligman!

By Junaid A

Jun 19, 2017

Wasn't so sure what I'll find inside when I joined the course but now that I've completed week 1, I can already tell this is a well researched and pretty darn useful course. Highly recommended!

By Kathryn H

Nov 9, 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Found professors engaging, material relevant to Positive Psychology, and methodologies instantly applicable in everyday life as well as anticipated career path.

By Karolina K

Aug 21, 2019

Thank you for a very good course. It's cutting edge even now, in 2019. It does have some slight issues if you're nitpicky, but I cannot recommend it enough, alongside the whole specialisation.

By Paula O

Nov 3, 2017

Brilliant course, really gives a great overview of Positive Psychology and great practical things to do as well to improve your own well-being and that of your family. I'd highly recommend it.

By Mike N

May 28, 2017

This is a wonderful course covering many topics in the field of positive psychology. Highly recommended for any person who wants to improve their life or just learn more about how people work.

By Ушенок І В

Apr 27, 2023

This course is simply extraordinary. The information presented is very interesting. There is a lot of knowledge that can be learned both as a professional and for self-development. Thank you!

By Eva-Maria J

Oct 20, 2020

- I had the chance to learn many new things

- I will integrate practical Positive-Psychology-exercises (that are scientifically proven) into my everyday life

Thank you for offering this course!

By Sean W

Jan 6, 2019

Excellent introductory course. Great to have Martin Seligman speaking so much about something he is so passionate about. I found the course content and assessments to be both useful and fair.

By Lisa C

Jun 5, 2017

I loved this! And, it prepared me for a Creative Studies Conference at my college where I actually got to here and personally meet Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi! I'm going to take the next level!

By Xavier L

Apr 3, 2020

An excellent primer into the realm of positive psychology, covering core missions and values of the field, basic theoretical models, and the most important implications of research findings.

By Monika S

Nov 20, 2022

Thank you Coursera team for providing this course. I am glad that today I have completed it. Once again Thanks to Penn University and to Prf. Martin E.P. Seligman. May God bless you all. :)

By Linnette B

Apr 20, 2019

Great intro course to Positive Psychology! Leaves you wanting more and I can't wait to start the next course in the specialization. I feel privileged to hear Dr. Seligman speak. He's great!

By Gregorius W

Jan 29, 2018

This lesson is changing my perspective of the world, that more and more positive intervention are actually being made. That well being can be developed. I hope they keep the course updated.

By Jeffrey T H C

Mar 16, 2021

Great course from the father of Positive Psychology. The course, based on years of research, is delivered with great clarity. Highly recommended for anyone who want to explore the field.

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...