Words and wellbeing: An introduction

Hi, I'm Megan O'Neill.

I'm a writer, content designer, and animator based in Jersey City, and I recently finished a Master's in Happiness Studies. I've spent years thinking about words for a living—the words inside the apps and products people use every day, and how the right ones can make someone feel capable instead of frustrated. My Master's is where I dove headfirst into a related question: how do the words we use shape our wellbeing? I went down a rabbit hole trying to find the answer to this question, and this course is what I found. I think this material is genuinely fascinating and worth sharing. I hope it leaves you a little more curious about your own words, too. By the end, you'll be able to: • Explain how word choice influences our mood and relationships • Identify and expand your emotional vocabulary • Use made-up and untranslatable words to express yourself • Apply gratitude writing practices to support your wellbeing • Use quotes and written reminders as tools for inspiration