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19+ Mindfulness Quotes to Inspire Your Practice
If you have heard anything about positive psychology, you have caught wind of the word mindfulness. Critical for mental wellness, mindfulness is being fully present [...]
Shame Resilience Theory: Advice From Brené Brown
Shame is something we all experience, not just those unfortunate enough to have experienced trauma in their lives. It is part of what it means [...]
27 Resilience Activities for Students and Adults (+PDF)
You may think you’re not very resilient. The word “resilient” might bring to mind all the struggles and setbacks that have plagued you in your [...]
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 [...]
12+ Best CBT Books to Master Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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 [...]
16+ Best Gratitude TED Talks & Videos
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 [...]
10+ Best Books on Gratitude
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: 35 Ideas for Getting Started
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 [...]