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Psycap 101: Your Guide to Increasing Psychological Capital
Originally developed in an organizational context, the concept of Psychological Capital with its four pillars of Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, and Optimism (HERO) has been linked [...]
15 Best Self-Esteem Worksheets and Activities (Incl. PDF)
We all experience moments of self-doubt and uncertainty. Even the most confident and happy people have moments where they think, “I’m such a failure.” It’s [...]
27 Best Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Books to Master CBT
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, commonly known as CBT, is a tool therapists use to aid clients in reducing the thoughts that lead to maladaptive behaviors. In its [...]
Your Ultimate Life Coaching Tools Library (+PDF & Exercises)
What is the role of a life coach? While the title of ‘life coach’ may sound a little vague at face value, a talented life [...]
What Is Self-Actualization? Meaning, Theory + Examples
The concept of self-actualization was brought into the mainstream by Abraham Maslow when he introduced his “hierarchy of needs.” Today, self-actualization is a bit more [...]
13 Most Popular Gratitude Exercises & Activities
We usually show our gratitude to others when we feel indebted to them, when we have benefitted from their actions, and when we want to [...]
The 32 Best TED Talks And Videos on The Power of Gratitude
Here at PositivePsychology.com, we have recently been discussing the power of gratitude from a variety of angles. Whether you have been following along all month [...]
17 Great Books About Gratitude & Oliver Sacks Gratitude Book
Gratitude is good for us physically and mentally. Research shows while being grateful is linked to feelings of joy and contentment, it also improves sleep, [...]
Gratitude Meditation: A Simple but Powerful Intervention
Gratitude meditation is a type of meditation which, as the name suggests, focuses on gratitude. This article will define gratitude meditation, discuss some of its [...]
Gratitude Journal: 66 Templates & Ideas for Daily Journaling
Gratitude is like most desirable traits and qualities in that it is usually not enough to simply decide to be grateful—we must actively practice it [...]