Shakespeare wrote, “To thine own self be true.” Are you? It’s a challenge to be honest. And always trying to be positive, in the absence of authenticity and awareness of how you’re feeling is unhealthy, and takes its toll on your health.
Optimists live an average of 7 years longer than pessimists. A new study of Italians found they share distinct positive psychological traits that contributes to their longevity including…
Is it hard for you to maintain your exercise schedule? That challenge happens to all of us at some point or another. A fascinating new study confirms the power a positive frame of mind enhances the benefits that occur during exercise.
Can watching Internet funny videos at work really be productive and not a waste of time? According to new research, they may be taking advantage of the latest psychological science — putting themselves in a good mood so they can think more creatively.
I love the field of positive psychology. For me it balanced my exposure to psychiatric illness and provided me with a broader, more encompassing view of our psychological experience as human beings. My only regret about it is that it was born after I completed my formal education.
Last week, we took a look at positive emotions, and the positivity ratio, as it relates to subjective happiness and well-being. How positive are you?
Have you heard about the 3:1 positivity ratio? Discover how to overcome your negative thinking and emotions, and improve your health and well-being.
Because we live in a world that is so physically oriented, most of us, believe if we take care of our bodies with a good diet, exercise and sleep, we will be healthy. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth.