What does it mean to live a life well-lived? How can science inform how you can live your own best life? What does it take to realize your full potential and be your best self in the face of many competing conflicts, including the many inner and external pressures of our modern world?

The mission of this class is to provide an up-to-date understanding of the science of well-being and self-actualization to equip you with knowledge and tools to live more deliberately, consciously, and in line with your most deeply cherished values and strengths. Spanning theories in both humanistic and positive psychology, the course will cover essential human needs including health, security, growth, mindfulness, self-esteem, connection, love, creativity, resiliency, purpose, flow, gratitude, awe and self-transcendence.

By learning and then living the material of our course, you will embark upon your own personal journey of satisfying your fundamental human needs.