In positive psychology, compassion is seen as a way to relate to the self and a pathway to happiness. The proven benefits of compassion range [...] ...

Our fascination with wisdom dates back for thousands of years. Many people throughout history have pondered what it means to be wise. How do you [...] ...

How often do you set goals? How often do you revisit your list? We all know that setting goals is important, but we often don’t [...] ...

Prof. Albert Bandura is one of the most highly cited academics in the world (Haggbloom et al., 2002). Bandura’s scholarship has formed part of many [...] ...

12 Apr 2017 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by Christina R. Wilson, Ph.D. We recently posted an article about how to incorporate a regular practice of gratitude into your life. It ...

Motivation drives goal-focused behavior essential for success. Intrinsic motivation fulfills needs for autonomy, connection, and mastery. Small steps and value alignment sustain motivation. Having ...

Early caregiver-child bonds shape emotional development & future relationships. Attachment styles—secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized—impact relationship dynamics. Attachment theory informs ...

Stop whatever you are doing right now. On a scale from 1 to 10, how would you rate your self-esteem? If 1 means, “I’m a [...] ...

Who are you? What makes you “you?” You might answer with “I’m a mother,” or, “I’m a therapist,” or maybe, “I’m a believer,” “I’m a [...] ...

Would you like your students to be resilient and motivated, have a healthy self-esteem, and treat others with kindness? This should be every educator’s goal [...] ...

10 Dec 2019 by Elaine Houston, B.Sc. Scientifically reviewed by Jo Nash, Ph.D. Strengths-based approaches deploy the inherent strengths of clients to aid recovery and cultivate a sense of empowerment ...

Helping children become aware of the ways in which thoughts can influence emotions and behavior is one of the most valuable lessons we can bequeath. [...] ...