The science supporting positive psychology has sparked a huge increase in degree programs. It makes sense: When we understand the “why” of positive human ...

5 Feb 2018 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by William Smith, Ph.D. As humans, we will never have complete control over what we feel, but we have a lot more influence over how we ...

6 Apr 2023 by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Maike Neuhaus Ph.D. We typically think of performance anxiety as being associated with sports: an inability to sink the putt or take the ...

10 Dec 2019 by Nicole Celestine, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Jo Nash, Ph.D. Character strengths are an indispensable aspect of positive psychology. They are a collection of personal abilities ...

Have you ever watched in amazement as a family member or acquaintance overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles with strength and courage? Coping with life’s ...

26 Dec 2023 by Jessica Beer, Ph. D. We have all witnessed a sweet smile from a baby. That cute little gummy grin makes us smile in return. Are babies born with emotions? Fast-forward to a 5-year-old ...

19 Sep 2023 by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Life entails a wide tapestry of different experiences. Some are pleasant; some are sad; others are ...

30 Nov 2023 by Laura Copley, Ph.D. In our vast arsenal of therapeutic strategies, using journal prompts for self-reflection can be a powerful practice that bridges the therapeutic space and the client ...

20 Jun 2023 by Kirsty Gardiner, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Everyone was excited about the party, but I dreaded it. Just thinking about it made me struggle to breathe. I’ve ...

8 Feb 2017 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by Jo Nash, Ph.D. Mindfulness has been a popular topic at PositivePsychology.com, with frequent pieces on what mindfulness is, how it ...

3 Oct 2023 by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Personal development involves individual growth and transformation and is often facilitated by a positive ...