You might have experienced the following scenario: sitting with a group of friends, when someone raises the topic of positive psychology. A number of people then respond with sarcastic comments such ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Many people come to therapy grappling with the effects of ...

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The intersection of contemplative science and positive psychology has garnered increasing attention as scholars and practitioners seek integrative ...

When I started working with a client whom I'll call "Dylan," he was newly promoted, full of energy and ready to make his mark. A bright, ambitious manager at a fast-growing software company, Dylan had ...

The wellness movement appears to have the answers that our burnt-out minds need. However, psychological research and practice suggests that a superficial focus on candles, juice cleanses, and a “good ...

Got some time on your hands this week as you drift in a holiday haze towards the end of the year? Then why not pick up the kind of book that will prepare you to have a happier, saner, more balanced ...

Mike McVay explores Kelly Orchard's book Flipping the Format on the Fear of Failure and how its WKRP framework helps ...

New Police Week vision: Experts suggest using the PERMA model to transform Police Week from a purely commemorative event into one that supports officer flourishing. Balancing grief and growth: ...

A growing body of research suggests that optimism may protect the heart — both biologically and by promoting healthier habits ...