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The Psychology of Enthusiasm: the Science, Dynamics & Impact

  • Tue 22 Sep 10:45 - 11:30   UTC+00 (UTC time)
  • Masterclass
  • Confidence & Self-Esteem
  • 45 min
  • English

Enthusiasm is an emotion we all experience, but how does it exactly work? What actually happens within us when we become genuinely enthusiastic?

In this masterclass, Rijn Vogelaar, a social psychologist who earned his PhD studying the emotion of enthusiasm, will take you on a journey into the dynamics of this fascinating phenomenon. Drawing on scientific research, he explains what enthusiasm really is and how we can navigate the power & the potential pitfalls of this emotion.

In this masterclass, you will learn:

  • What enthusiasm is and how it evolved
  • How enthusiasm inspires people to take action
  • How authentic enthusiasm contributes to our well-being
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