"The purpose of this website is to provide free resources where people can learn about Positive Psychology through readings, videos, research, opportunities, conferences, questionnaires with feedback and more. There is no charge for the use of this site. If you would like to take the questionnaires, you first need to register.Positive Psychology is the scientific … Continue reading Authentic Happiness
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The Psychology of Prediction · Collaborative Fund
"The correct lesson to learn from surprises is that the world is surprising." —Morgan Housel. "The Psychology of Prediction." Collaborative Fund. July 21, 2019.
A Narcissist’s Prayer
"That didn't happen.And if it did, it wasn't that bad.And if it was, that's not a big deal.And if it is, that's not my fault.And if it was, I didn't mean it.And if I did...You deserved it."-Anonymous There's a support group on Reddit called /r/raisedbynarcissists that provides some basic resources for helping people understand the … Continue reading A Narcissist’s Prayer
One Breath Before Responding = Better Listening
"Before you respond in a conversation, take a breath. Not an enormous, loud, obvious breath that screams out 'I am trying a new technique for better listening!' No, just a normal, simple, ordinary breath. That’s it. The whole technique, right there." —Kenneth E. Miller, "A Simple and Powerful Technique for Better Listening." Psychology Today. September … Continue reading One Breath Before Responding = Better Listening
An Overview of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
"Acceptance asks us to recognise this paradox, to understand that it is part of being human to experience pain, that life requires it, and to exert endless effort towards always preventing pain is more than a full-time job that will never be accomplished. If, however, we can be open to experiencing pain and fear, to … Continue reading An Overview of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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