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Module-5: Reading-5: Moving Forward Toward Flourishing Future

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Topics Covered in Module 5: Reading 5 1.   Awe-Joy 2.     Good-Life 3. Application of Positive Psychology to One's Own "Future" Awe-Joy Not happy with what you see when you look in a mirror? Well, you can  take a hike . Seriously!  New research  from the UK finds strolling in nature—or even looking at photographs of the natural world—leaves people feeling better about their bodies. In recent years, a series of studies have found that time spent in nature offers a  range of benefits , from  easing depression  to  increasing altruism . This latest work suggests it can also mute internal criticism of one’s less-than-perfect figure. Read more about this in this article . What is it about nature that helps us with how we feel and perceive? Cherry blossoms and rainbows, bubbles and googly eyes: Why do some things seem to create such universal joy? In this captivating talk , Ingrid Fetell Lee reveals th...
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Close Relationships: Marriage, Parenting, Friendship and Happiness

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So far, we've learned how and why our relationships bring happiness. But of course, not all relationships are the same; what it takes to cultivate, sustain, and reap the benefits from them varies, depending on the type of relationship we're talking about. Starting with the research on marriage and romantic relationships, "It's complicated". Thankfully, pioneering research by  John Gottman and Robert Levenson  provides direction on skills that help foster lasting, happy partnerships. Why bother marrying? Have you heard of the classic Marshmallow experiment in Psychology? See in  this  video a nice animated explanation of how instant-gratification plays a role in marriage. As you watch Dr.Dacher's next video, consider these popular, and scientifically interesting questions: Does getting married boost happiness? Are happy people more likely to get married? Are there other reasons why marriage might (or might not) lead to happiness?  ...
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Readings-4: Gratitude Exercise-Focus on Building Relationships

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Topics Covered in Module-4: Readings-4: 1. Links between Social Connections and Happiness Why Are We "Wired to Connect"? Why Gratitude Is Good? Psychological benefits of gratitude Social benefits of gratitude Gratitude in School Gratitude in Work 2. Happiness Concepts Connected with Others: Kindness, Compassion, Altruism, & Empathy 3. The Power of Gratitude 4. Cultivating Gratitude ********************************************************************************* Let's start this Module with this Video:  What Feeds a Family?  Now let me ask- “What REALLY matters to you?” Honestly, let's try to answer this to ourselves.     Links between Social Connections and Happiness I am sure we all know that social connections are important in our lives. Let's see what it means to our happiness. In this next video, Dr. Emiliana explains a research that links social connections to happiness (and social isolation t...
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