Positive Psychology

Hope maps help clarify what we want for ourselves, challenges, and solutions to continue on our journey. Instructions Place a piece of paper “long ways” and fold it into 3 sections On the far right heading write “Goals”. Write down a goal you want to…

Design Your Own Positive Psychology Intervention   Because of the Hedonic Treadmill, people never just stay happy, it requires maintenance. Here we will look at making our own interventions for happiness and fulfillment.   Instructions   Complete the PERMA and PANAS, and / or another…

Compassionate Chair Work   An effective way to deal with a low amount of self-compassion is by finding a way to relate  differently to the inner critical voice. This works best by arranging a triangle of chairs around yourself when possible.   Instructions Think of…

Best Character Strengths   There are 24 universal character strengths found across cultures and time. You can find out more about each of them here… which ones are the “best” though if we want to grow toward wellbeing?   Insights   The 24 Character Strengths:…

5 Worthy’s   This exercise is meant to help you build self esteem and self identity by having you become worthy of being you, of being loved by you.   Instructions Write 5 things that make you worthy. These can include things you like about…

An Exercise in Thanksgiving   Gratitude is a super character strength associated with having a life worth living, building other character strengths, and the best predictor of well being – it’s also fundamental to lasting relationships.    Instructions   For one week, try to be…