"It studies 'positive subjective experience, positive individual traits, and positive institutions... it aims to improve quality of life.'"
The ability to focus on positive thoughts and reduce negativity and self-doubt.
Gratitude: Focusing on and appreciating the good things in life.
Optimism: Expecting positive outcomes and viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.
Self-talk: The inner dialogue we have with ourselves that can impact our mood and attitudes.
Mindfulness: Being present in the moment, aware of thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Visualization: Imagining positive outcomes and experiences in detail.
Resilience: The ability to bounce back from difficult situations and setbacks.
Forgiveness: Letting go of anger and resentment towards others or ourselves.
Self-compassion: Showing kindness and understanding to ourselves in times of difficulty.
Reframing: Looking at challenges from a different perspective to find positive aspects.
Positive self-image: Recognizing our strengths and accomplishments and building confidence.
Affirmations: Repeating positive statements to oneself to shift thinking patterns and beliefs.
Gratitude: Focusing on the things one is thankful for to increase positive emotions and decrease negative emotions.
Visualization: Imagining positive outcomes and goals to improve motivation and confidence.
Reframing: Finding a positive perspective or meaning in a challenging situation to reduce negative emotions.
Humor: Using humor to reframe negative situations, reduce stress, and increase resilience.
Challenging negative self-talk: Being aware of and challenging negative thoughts or beliefs to shift focus onto positive aspects.
Emotional regulation: Learning tools and techniques to manage emotions and respond effectively to situations.
Self-compassion: Being kind and understanding towards oneself during difficult times to promote self-care and self-esteem.
Mindfulness: Being present and non-judgmental towards one's thoughts and emotions to increase self-awareness and positive emotions.
Growth mindset: Believing in the ability to learn and develop to promote a positive and optimistic outlook.
"Positive psychology began as a new domain of psychology in 1998 when Martin Seligman chose it as the theme for his term as president of the American Psychological Association."
"It is a reaction against past practices, which tended to focus on mental illness and emphasized maladaptive behavior and negative thinking."
"It builds on the humanistic movement by Abraham Maslow, Rollo May, and Carl Rogers, which encourages an emphasis on happiness, well-being, and positivity."
"Positive psychology largely relies on concepts from the Western philosophical tradition, such as the Aristotelian concept of eudaimonia, which is typically rendered in English with the terms 'flourishing', 'the good life' or even 'happiness'."
"Positive psychologists suggested a number of factors may contribute to happiness and subjective well-being, for example: social ties with a spouse, family, friends, colleagues, and wider networks; membership in clubs or social organizations; physical exercise; and the practice of meditation."
"Spirituality can also lead to increased individual happiness and well-being. Spiritual practice and religious commitment is a possible source for increased well-being studied within positive psychology."
"Happiness may rise with increasing income, though it may plateau or even fall when no further gains are made or after a certain cut-off amount."
"It aims to improve quality of life."
"Positive subjective experience, positive individual traits, and positive institutions."
"It is a reaction against past practices, which tended to focus on mental illness and emphasized maladaptive behavior and negative thinking."
"It builds on the humanistic movement by Abraham Maslow, Rollo May, and Carl Rogers."
"It aims to improve quality of life and happiness, often using these terms interchangeably."
"The practice of meditation, physical exercise, and social ties with a spouse, family, friends, colleagues, and wider networks."
"Spiritual practice and religious commitment is a possible source for increased well-being studied within positive psychology."
"Happiness may plateau or even fall when no further gains are made or after a certain cut-off amount."
"Positive psychology largely relies on concepts from the Western philosophical tradition, such as the Aristotelian concept of eudaimonia, which is typically rendered in English with the terms 'flourishing', 'the good life' or even 'happiness'."
"Social ties with a spouse, family, friends, colleagues, and wider networks may contribute to happiness and well-being."
"It began as a new domain of psychology in 1998 when Martin Seligman chose it as the theme for his term as president of the American Psychological Association."
"It aims to improve quality of life."