Positive psychology

Positive psychology focuses on understanding and promoting factors that contribute to a fulfilling and flourishing life. It explores strengths, virtues, and techniques that enhance well-being, happiness, resilience, and positive emotions. It’s about emphasizing what goes right in life rather than solely focusing on problems or disorders.

What are the foundations of positive psychology?

Positive psychology has several foundational pillars:

Positive Emotions: Understanding and cultivating positive emotions like joy, gratitude, hope, and love as essential aspects of well-being.

Character Strengths and Virtues: Identifying and leveraging individual strengths and virtues, such as courage, wisdom, kindness, and perseverance, to enhance personal development.

Meaning and Purpose: Exploring and fostering a sense of meaning and purpose in life, as it contributes significantly to well-being and satisfaction.

Resilience and Grit: Studying resilience and grit—the ability to bounce back from adversity and maintain long-term perseverance and passion towards goals.

Relationships and Social Connections: Recognizing the importance of healthy relationships and social connections in fostering happiness and well-being.