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25 Fun Mindfulness Activities for Kids & Teens (+Tips!)
Mindfulness can boost the quality of our lives in numerous ways. In today’s rush, we all think too much—seek too much—want too much—and forget about the [...]
Positive Education Books: 18 Best Books for Teachers
Would you like your students to be resilient and motivated, have a healthy self-esteem, and treat others with kindness? This should be every educator’s goal [...]
The Science of Happiness in Positive Psychology 101
Happiness has been a human pursuit for as long as we can remember, and positive psychology has taken this concept into the realm of scientific [...]
21 Mindfulness Exercises & Activities for Adults
People who meditate are happier, healthier, and more successful than those who don’t. The amazing benefits of practicing meditation and mindfulness are available to everyone who [...]
5+ Benefits of Positive Emotions on Psychological Wellbeing
Positive emotions are so much more than simply happy states of mind. They expand the bandwidth of our attention and cognition, helping us surface new [...]
10 Characteristics: What Makes a Positive Community
Communities shape the way we live, work, and thrive. They affect our wellbeing, give us a sense of belonging, and frequently determine how supported—or alone—we [...]
20 Top Positive Psychology Degrees & Certificates
The science supporting positive psychology has sparked a huge increase in degree programs. It makes sense: When we understand the “why” of positive human functioning, [...]
Martin Seligman’s Positive Psychology Theory
Positive psychology is the scientific study of human flourishing. It focuses on individuals’ and communities’ positive aspects and strengths as a path to wellbeing. As [...]
15+ Free Positive Psychology PDF Worksheets
Positive psychology didn’t just appear. Even over 2,000 years ago, Greek philosophers were pondering how “the good life” might look. And while many others have [...]
What Is Willpower? The Psychology Behind Self-Control
We all wish we had more willpower, self-discipline, and self-control. After all, think about what we could do–and all we could achieve–if we did. Several [...]