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Positive Psychology
A comprehensive introduction to the principles of positive psychology, essential topics like gratitude, resilience, awe, and life purpose. Each chapter provides a thorough exploration of these concepts, combining scientific research with real-life examples. By exploring the science behind what makes life meaningful and how to cultivate happiness, you will learn practical methods to develop your strengths, build meaningful relationships, and embrace a mindset that thrives on personal development.
- Author
- Sarah D. Pressman & Nour Younies
- Publisher
- University of California Irvine
- Source
- LibreTexts
- License
- Mixed
- Language
- EN
- Category
- Basic Sciences
Contents· 34 sections
- 01: Introduction to Positive Psychology
- 1.01: 1.1 Introduction to Positive Psychology
- 1.02: Affective Forcasting
- 1.03: Three Key Strengths and Pursuing Positive Emotion
- 02: Embracing Positive Emotions
- 2.01: Measurements and Concepts of Happiness and Well-being
- 2.02: Smiles
- 2.03: The Function of Positive Emotion
- 03: Gratitude and Awe- Pathways to Happiness
- 3.01: 3-1 Gratitude
- 3.02: 3-2 Awe
- 3.03: 3-3 Does Awe Have a Physiological Signal
- 04: Discovering Your Strengths
- 4.01: Strengths
- 05: Living with Purpose- Exploring Eudaimonia Meaning and Flow
- 5.01: Introduction to Eudaimonia
- 5.02: Meaning and Purpose
- 5.03: Finding Flow
- 06: Optimism Hope Efficacy and an Introduction to Good Relationships
- 6.01: Hope and Optimism
- 6.02: Self-Efficacy
- 6.03: Relationships and Well-Being
- 07: Prosocial Behavior and Acts of Kindness
- 7.01: Psychological Flourishing with Prosocial Behavior
- 7.02: The Science of Giving and Receiving Support
- 08: Chapter 8
- 8.01: SubTopic for Chapter One
- 8.02: Ideal Affect
- 09: Chapter 9
- 9.01: SubTopic for Chapter One
- 9.02: SubTopic Chapter One
- 10: Reducing Stress with Positive Psychology
- 10.01: SubTopic for Chapter One
- 10.02: SubTopic Chapter One