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The Science of Happiness Course – Coaching For Happiness
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The Science of Happiness

This training introduces Positive Psychology (PP) as a scientific approach to well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Participants will explore PP’s foundations, key interventions, and the evolution towards PP 2.0, which integrates challenges, adversity, and balance into traditional PP concepts.

Durations:
6 week online format, 6x 2 hr sessions
12 week online format, 12x 2 hr session
One-Off online format, 1x 2 hr

£120.00 – £1,200.00

The 6- and 12-week courses are for an exclusive group of 10 people, ensuring a personal touch with live Coaching, Evidence-Based Tools, and transformational Support.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the training, participants will:

Understand the origins and key principles of Positive Psychology.

Learn about Positive Psychology 2.0 (PP 2.0) and its significance.

Explore key interventions for enhancing well-being and resilience.

Reflect on how PP can be integrated into daily life and professional practice.

Course Structure (6-WEEK ONLINE FORMAT, 2-HOUR SESSIONS)

Week 1: Introduction to Positive Psychology

Learning Objectives:

  • Define Positive Psychology and its role in well-being.
  • Understand how PP differs from traditional psychology.
  • Explore Martin Seligman’s PERMA model (Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment).

Core Content:

  • The history and rise of Positive Psychology.
  • Overview of PERMA and how it fosters well-being.
  • Critiques & Challenges: Is PP too focused on happiness?

 Activities:

  •  Self-Reflection: Assess your well-being using the PERMA Profiler.
  • Discussion: How does traditional psychology vs. PP impact personal growth?
  • Journaling Prompt: “What does happiness mean to me?”

Additional Work:

  • Read Martin Seligman’s Authentic Happiness (selected chapters).
  • Watch a TED talk on the science of happiness.

Week 2: The Science of Well-Being & Flourishing

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the difference between hedonic vs. eudaimonic well-being.
  • Explore key research findings on happiness and fulfilment.
  • Learn about neuroplasticity & positive interventions.

Core Content:

  • Hedonic (pleasure) vs. Eudaimonia (meaning & purpose).
  • Research from Sonja Lyubomirsky & Barbara Fredrickson on well-being.
  • The Broaden-and-Build Theory: How positive emotions expand resilience.

 Activities:

  •  Mindfulness Exercise: Practicing gratitude & savouring.
  • Group Discussion: What does true flourishing mean?
  • Practical Exercise: Writing a “Gratitude Letter” and reflecting on its impact.

Additional Work:

  • Try a 7-day gratitude challenge.
  • Read research on the neuroscience of happiness.

Week 3: Strengths-Based Approaches in Positive Psychology

Learning Objectives:

  • Discover the power of character strengths.
  • Learn how VIA Strengths (Values in Action) support resilience.
  • Explore how strengths can shape self-worth and identity.

Core Content:

  • The VIA Strengths Framework (Peterson & Seligman).
  • Signature strengths vs. learned strengths.
  • Applying strengths in coaching, therapy, and personal development.

 Activities:

  • VIA Strengths Assessment: Identify and reflect on top 5 strengths.
  • Pair Exercise: Strengths spotting in others.
  • Discussion: How do strengths shape self-perception and growth?

Additional Work:

  • Apply strengths to daily challenges and reflect on results.
  • Read Character Strengths & Virtues (Peterson & Seligman).

Week 4: Positive Psychology 2.0 – The Shift Towards Balance

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the evolution of Positive Psychology into PP 2.0.
  • Explore how PP 2.0 integrates adversity, suffering, and resilience.
  • Learn the importance of psychological flexibility.

Core Content:

  • What is PP 2.0 (Paul Wong’s Model)?
  • The duality of life: Joy and suffering in well-being.
  • Tragic Optimism (Viktor Frankl): Finding meaning in adversity.

 Activities:

  • Case Study Discussion: How adversity strengthens well-being.
  • Mindfulness Exercise: Reframing challenges using growth mindset techniques.
  • Journaling: “How has adversity shaped my personal growth?”

Additional Work:

  • Read Paul Wong’s Positive Psychology 2.0 research.
  • Watch a TED Talk on resilience & meaning-making.

Week 5: Practical Applications of Positive Psychology

Learning Objectives:

  • Explore how PP is applied in therapy, coaching, and leadership.
  • Learn evidence-based interventions that enhance happiness & resilience.
  • Discover how to integrate PP into daily life and professional settings.

Core Content:

  • Positive Education: How PP is transforming schools.
  • Positive Workplaces: Applying strengths to teams & leadership.
  • Mindfulness & Well-being: Meditation as a PP tool.

 Activities:

  • Goal-Setting Exercise: Creating a well-being action plan.
  • Discussion: How can PP be personalised for different cultures & settings?
  • Visualisation Exercise: Imagine your best possible future self.

Additional Work:

  • Read case studies on PP interventions in mental health & business.
  • Try a daily mindfulness practice for 1 week.

Week 6: Reflecting & Applying Positive Psychology to Your Life

Learning Objectives:

  • lect on key learnings from the course.
  • Develop a personalised well-being toolkit.
  • Explore long-term strategies for sustaining self-worth & happiness.

Core Content:

  • Summary of key models & interventions.
  • The importance of self-compassion & self-reflection.
  • Building resilience & flexibility in changing environments.

 Activities:

  • Gratitude Circle: Sharing key takeaways.
  • Well-Being Commitment Letter: Writing to your future self.
  • Guided Meditation: Finding inner peace & purpose.

Additional Work:

  • Create a 6-month PP action plan.
  • Explore further training & certifications in Positive Psychology.

Final Notes:

This training provides a comprehensive foundation in Positive Psychology, integrating recent developments like PP 2.0. It balances science, self-reflection, and practical tools to enhance well-being and build resilience through life’s challenges.

Coaching for Happiness – Transform Your Life with Strengths-Based Coaching

Coaching is a powerful tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and long-term happiness. Using Positive Psychology and evidence-based coaching techniques, I guide individuals to overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and create lasting fulfilment.

 Personalised coaching sessions tailored to your strengths and goals

Proven strategies to help shift mindsets, increase confidence, and develop self-compassion

Actionable tools and exercises to build lasting well-being and resilience

Supportive and structured approach to navigate challenges and create meaningful change

Coaching Package Options:

Research suggests that sustained coaching over multiple sessions leads to the greatest impact on well-being and long-term growth.
To provide the best support, I offer:

6-Session Coaching Package

£600

recommended

  • Best for individuals looking to make significant mindset and behavioural shifts
  • Includes goal-setting, progress tracking, and tailored exercises

12-Session Deep
Transformation Package

£1200

  • Ideal for deep, long-term personal development and sustained habit change
  • Includes additional resources, follow-ups, and personalised action plans

One-Off
Clarity Session

£120

  • Great for those needing immediate guidance on a specific challenge
  • Includes a personalised takeaway action plan