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While these insights might not seem very profound, numerous self-evaluation exercises force the reader to realize that most people do not seem to apply seemingly obvious behaviors to their own lives. Ben-Shahar??s theories about becoming happier may seem like nothing new, but the exercises he includes to apply these ideas are what make "Happier"—much like Psychology 1504, "Positive Psychology"—worthwhile...
...including producing a newsletter, organizing seminars on positive psychology, and “healthy, positive activities where people get to know each other and have fun” such as pajama parties, according to Siner. The enthusiastic response to the group is building off of the popularity of Ben-Shahar??s popular Positive Psychology class, which drew 842 students this semester, the most of any College course. Siner said that Ben-Shahar encouraged him to start the group. Even though the course will not be taught next year, Siner said the group will continue to attract students...
Psychology Chair Stephen M. Kosslyn said he was optimistic about the future of Ben-Shahar??s book...
...self-publish at the beginning of a career,” Kosslyn wrote in an e-mail. “However, if the work is solid, it will survive peer-review, and eventually be published elsewhere. I believe this is what the future has in store for Professor Ben-Shahar??s work...
...former “Positive Psychology” student, Sepah said this fit with Ben-Shahar??s references to University of Michigan psychologist Barbara L. Fredrickson’s research that positive emotions strengthen personal resources, increasing chances of success...