Course 19: Happiness

• Course Description (What the course is about)

In a world that often associates happiness with external achievements and possessions, discovering the profound truth that happiness comes from within. The inner path to lasting happiness is cultivating joy from within and beyond external factors, this explores the philosophy that genuine and sustainable happiness is a product of inner well-being rather than external circumstances. Through a blend of philosophical exploration, practical exercises, mindfulness practices, and self-reflection, participants will uncover the timeless wisdom of finding joy and contentment within themselves. By delving into the power of self-awareness, gratitude, and positive psychology, students will embark on a path that leads to authentic and lasting happiness.

• Course Outcomes (What you’ll learn)

By the end of this course, members will have:

1. Understand Inner Happiness: Develop a deep comprehension of the concept that true happiness emanates from an individual’s internal state, irrespective of external achievements.
2. Challenge Cultural Narratives: Analyze and challenge societal narratives that link happiness to material possessions and external success, and explore alternative paradigms.
3. Cultivate Self-Awareness: Foster self-awareness by exploring personal values, beliefs, and emotional patterns, thereby laying the foundation for a life of authentic contentment.
4. Practice Mindful Living: Learn mindfulness techniques to stay present, appreciate life’s simple pleasures, and reduce the distractions that hinder inner happiness.
5. Embrace Gratitude: Understand the transformative power of gratitude in shifting focus from what is lacking to what is present, fostering a sense of fulfillment.
6. Navigate Emotions: Explore strategies to navigate complex emotions, embracing both positive and challenging feelings as part of the human experience.
7. Adopt Positive Psychology: Discover the principles of positive psychology and their role in cultivating strengths, resilience, and a positive outlook on life.
8. Nurture Relationships: Understand how cultivating meaningful relationships and practicing empathy contribute to inner happiness, fostering a sense of connection.
9. Integrate Self-Care: Recognize the importance of self-care in nurturing overall well-being, and explore practices that prioritize mental, emotional, and physical health.
10. Craft a Personal Happiness Blueprint: Create a customized happiness blueprint that incorporates learned concepts, mindfulness practices, and gratitude rituals into daily life.

• Course Duration

This course will require 90 minutes of watching the video, reading course material and passing the quizzes. Then experiencing happiness as an intrinsic state of being daily.