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    • U

      University of Florida

      Healing with the Arts

      Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Creativity, Mindfulness, Compassion, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      956 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Social Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Experimentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      S

      Stanford University

      Cooking for Busy Healthy People

      Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Resourcefulness, Food and Beverage, Food Safety and Sanitation, Adaptability, Creativity, Planning, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Goal Setting, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Cognitive flexibility

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Cómo hablar bien en público

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Critical Thinking, Communication Strategies, Time Management, Assertiveness, Planning, Goal Setting, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Positivity, Personal Care, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Goal Setting, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Behaviour and Welfare

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Healthcare Ethics, Environmental Issue, Scientific Methods, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Success

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Strong Work Ethic, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      De-Mystifying Mindfulness

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health, Social Justice, Psychology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management, Critical Thinking, Trauma Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      A

      Arizona State University

      Positive Thinking and Thriving

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Mindfulness, Stress Management

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Positive Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Compassion, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Psychology, Creativity, Mindfulness, Community Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Optimism, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Creative Thinking, Human Centered Design, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular happiness courses

    • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
    • Social Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Cooking for Busy Healthy People: Stanford University
    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Cómo hablar bien en público: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
    • Success: University of Pennsylvania
    • De-Mystifying Mindfulness: Universiteit Leiden
    • Positive Thinking and Thriving: Arizona State University

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