Optimism

Optimism is a mental attitude reflecting a belief or hope that the outcomes of certain situations will be positive or desirable. Coursera's optimism catalogue teaches you about the science of positive thinking and its impact on personal growth and mental wellbeing. You'll learn about the cognitive, emotional, and social benefits of optimism, methods to cultivate a positive mindset, the role of optimism in resilience and coping with stress, and its influence in fostering healthier relationships and successful careers. By studying these materials, you'll be equipped with the tools to foster a positive outlook in life and manage adversity more effectively, enhancing your personal and professional life.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Innovation, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinking, Optimism, Systems Thinking, Trend Analysis, Creativity, Professional Development, Leadership, Collaboration, Analysis, Emerging Technologies

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    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Optimism, Conscientiousness, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Resilience, Persistence, Planning, Relationship Building, Social Skills, Scientific Methods

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    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Psychiatry, Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychotherapy, Personal Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Creativity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Substance Abuse, Empowerment, Relationship Building, Exercise Therapy

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    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Compassion, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Optimism, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Self-Awareness

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    Relay Graduate School of Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Positivity, Teaching, Education and Training, Classroom Management, Pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Personal Attributes, Working With Children, Course Development, Growth Mindedness, Childhood Education and Development, Optimism, Research, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Persistence, Rapport Building

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Mental Health, Optimism, Goal Setting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mindfulness, Social Skills, Decision Making

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    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Compassion, Mental Health, Optimism, Stress Management, Resilience, Relationship Building, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility

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    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Resilience, Social Skills, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Optimism, Leadership, Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology

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    Arizona State University

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Optimism, Professional Development

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

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    University of Colorado System

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Change Management, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Continuous Improvement Process, Persistence, Personal Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

  • Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Courage, Personal Development, Optimism, Overcoming Obstacles, Positivity, Cognitive flexibility, Composure, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

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