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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?

Coaching Psychology Defined + Training Options

Coaching is becoming an increasingly popular field, but the psychological theory underlying it is not fully formed. Coaching shares many similarities with therapy, which has [...]

Erik Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development Explained

In 1623, William Shakespeare wrote, “one man in his time plays many parts, his acts being seven ages,” from screaming infant to the finality of [...]

What Is Cognitive Bias? 7 Examples & Resources (Incl. Codex)

We are often presented with situations in life when we need to make a decision with imperfect information, and we unknowingly rely on prejudices or [...]

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[FREE] 3 Hand-Picked Tools From the Positive Psychology Toolkit©!

We are always incredibly grateful to our growing community of like-minded professionals for sharing our mission to uplift others through positive psychology. As a small [...]

20 Best Mindfulness Meditation Podcasts of 2020

Recently, there has been a growing focus on the benefits of mindfulness. Are you curious about how to get started with mindfulness and mindfulness meditation? [...]

Strength-Spotting Interviews: 20+ Questions and Techniques

How often have we asked ourselves: Who am I? The existentialist philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre spent most of his career pondering similar questions, ultimately believing that [...]

Strength-Based Leadership: 34 Traits Of Successful Leaders

Leaders throughout history have inspired, disappointed, empowered, enraged, challenged, and scared the people they serve. They can lead nations through wars or squander their country’s [...]

How to Apply the Wheel of Life in Coaching

Have you ever felt that your life is off kilter? While some areas receive all of your attention, others get none. Perhaps your career is [...]

Logotherapy: Viktor Frankl’s Theory of Meaning

As the sun cascades behind the distant mountains, it creates a beautiful array of orange, peach, and pink. When we bask in the glory of [...]

The Power of Deep Breathing: 7 Techniques and Exercises

Who hasn’t heard, said, or been told the following when experiencing stress, fear, or anger? “Just take a deep breath and relax…” This common expression [...]