The science supporting positive psychology has sparked a huge increase in degree programs. It makes sense: When we understand the “why” of positive human ...

How much we feel in control in each area of our lives predicts life satisfaction and even the likelihood of positive outcomes (Galvin, Randel, Collins, [...] ...

5 Feb 2018 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by William Smith, Ph.D. As humans, we will never have complete control over what we feel, but we have a lot more influence over how we ...

We know humans are social beings. Yet, when thinking about wellbeing, we think more about our individual wellbeing, in terms of how good we feel, [...] ...

19 Sep 2023 by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Life entails a wide tapestry of different experiences. Some are pleasant; some are sad; others are ...

10 Dec 2019 by Nicole Celestine, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Jo Nash, Ph.D. Character strengths are an indispensable aspect of positive psychology. They are a collection of personal abilities ...

29 Sep 2018 by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Maike Neuhaus Ph.D. We are bombarded almost daily by social media and emails telling us how to be happy. Much of the advice is ...

Have you ever watched in amazement as a family member or acquaintance overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles with strength and courage? Coping with life’s ...

11 May 2023 by Melissa Madeson, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Maike Neuhaus Ph.D. One of the most prominent sources of emotional distress is relationship conflict. There is a direct correlation ...

21 Nov 2023 by Melissa Madeson, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. As humans, we are social creatures with personal histories based on the various groups that make up our lives.