Positive Psychology

Pioneered by psychologist Martin Seligman in the late 1990s Positive Psychology is about helping people not just survive, but to thrive—emotionally, socially, and spiritually. As a therapeutic approach, Positive Psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. Rather than focusing only…

Gratitude is a super power! Here are some resources on what gratitude does for us and how to build it. What gratitude is and what it does for us? Why (we believe) people have and use gratitude Best Character Strengths (Hint: it’s Gratitude) Building and…

In our fast-paced, often stressful lives, it’s easy to overlook the good things in our world. The rush of daily responsibilities can overshadow small joys, leaving us feeling overwhelmed or stuck. But there’s a simple, research-backed practice that can make a profound difference in our…

Consider, or select from below, 3 – 5 things you really appreciate about your partner(s), then tell your partner what you are thankful for. Example, “I really appreciate how patient you are with my moods.” Tell your partner(s) the things you value and give thanks…

A supporting post for the A in PERMA (Accomplishment), grit is also a better indicator than IQ for who would win a spelling bee. Angela Duckworth has researched the importance of, and methods to build grit. Grit is the ability to maintain focus and effort…

Goal setting, if done wisely, can be a very effective means, not only of improving our productivity, but also of improving our well-being. Also, writing a goal down increases the likelihood of completing the goal by 70%! Like many things in life, the destination is…