Science-based articles
Positive psychology articles related to the human body and brain. Which positive psychology theories and interventions can help us to improve physical and mental well-being?
Resilience Theory: A Summary of the Research (+PDF)
Life is never perfect. As much as we wish things would ‘just go our way,’ difficulties are inevitable and we all have to deal with [...]
Learned Optimism: Is Martin Seligman’s Glass Half Full?
Can you learn to have a positive outlook? And if you could, how would that change your life? Learned optimism is a concept from positive [...]
The Importance of Positive Relationships in the Workplace
The workplace retains a central role in many people’s lives. With lots of people spending more time at work than on any other daily activity, [...]
What Is Negativity Bias and How Can It Be Overcome?
Do you sometimes feel stuck thinking about unpleasant encounters you’ve had or setbacks you’ve endured? When you read the news, do you find yourself drawn [...]
Subjective Wellbeing in Positive Psychology (Incl. PDF)
Do you believe wellbeing means the same thing to everyone? If we all enjoy and value different things, how is it possible to understand happiness? [...]
Carl Rogers’s Actualizing Tendency: Your Ultimate Guide
Psychotherapist and humanistic psychologist Carl Rogers began his career working with children. Later, as his work shifted to include working with adults and teaching, he [...]
18 Best Therapy Books to Read for Therapists
It is not just the clients who benefit from attending therapy sessions. Most mental health professionals agree that the process of therapy itself is rewarding [...]
11 Mindset Activities and Tests Designed to Nurture Growth
How do you deal with failure? Do you struggle with setbacks or get upset about losing? With the right mindset, it may be possible to [...]
3 Most Accurate Character Strengths Assessments and Tests
Character strengths are an indispensable aspect of positive psychology. They are a collection of personal abilities that buffer against mental health disorders and positively impact [...]
22 Self-Actualization Tests & Tools to Apply Maslow’s Theory
Throughout our lives, we go through many different journeys. As we grow older, we move away from our family home and our needs change. Although [...]