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A blog on Positive Psychology and its applications, in India and Abroad. Consists of stories, concepts, ideas and tools
2024-04-02 02:49
Assessment and Development centres are very popular in large enterprises who wish to explore the potential in their employees by exposing them to various professional tools run by experts, w… Read More
2024-01-19 06:19
Positive psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the strengths, virtues, and talents that contribute to successful functioning and enable individuals and communities to flourish… Read More
2024-01-17 11:35
This simple exercise focuses on creating a mental sanctuary to provide a sense of calm and safety. Here's a step-by-step guide:Find a Quiet Space:Choose a quiet and comfortable space where y… Read More
2023-11-20 07:50
Yes, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests that prayer can have a positive impact on our emotional well-being. Studies have shown that prayer can increase feelings of hope, optim… Read More
2023-07-18 11:48
By Sandeep KulshresthaInvolving stakeholders in a positive way requires a
thoughtful and strategic approach that emphasizes collaboration, transparency,
and mutual benefit. Here are some key… Read More
2023-07-18 11:43
Platonic love, or non-romantic love, can uplift us in many
ways, both emotionally and psychologically. Here are a few ways that platonic
love can uplift us:
Emotional support: Platonic love… Read More
2023-07-18 11:30
By Sandeep KulshresthaPositive stakeholder engagement is an approach to engaging
with stakeholders that emphasizes collaboration, mutual benefit, and positive
outcomes for all parties involv… Read More
2023-07-18 11:19
Positive Leadership is a leadership approach that emphasizes
positivity, strengths, and the promotion of positive organizational outcomes.
It is based on the principles of Positive Psycholog… Read More
2023-07-18 11:03
Loving Kindness meditation, also known as Metta meditation,
is a practice that involves cultivating feelings of love, kindness, and
compassion towards oneself and others. Here are some steps… Read More
2023-07-02 15:40
By Sandeep KulshresthaAccepting people as they are, can be a challenging task, but
it is an important aspect of building healthy relationships and fostering a
positive and inclusive environm… Read More
2023-05-28 16:28
In this webinar dialogue, Senia, the founder of Silicon Valley Change Executive Coaching (www.svchange.com), an organization that provides executive coaching to the employees of large corpor… Read More
2023-02-12 13:37
Professor Ed Diener (1946-2021) was a prominent psychologist and researcher known for his work on subjective well-being, also known as happiness. He has made several significant contribution… Read More
2023-02-12 13:19
Nihilism and positive psychology are two perspectives that appear to be at odds with one another. Nihilism is characterized by a belief in the meaninglessness of life, while positive psychol… Read More
2023-02-12 11:40
Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. It is ofte… Read More
2023-02-04 16:56
By Sandeep KulshresthaI have been a positive psychology enthusiast and a curious learner of this field since 2009. I personally believe (and apparently positive psychology literature is rese… Read More
2023-02-02 11:05
We often hear the statement about failed relationships as "there were trust issues" or apparently the trust between the partners was missing. More often so the same happens in any human rela… Read More
2023-01-08 15:20
An Limitless or an Unlimited mindset means that you are open to new possibilities while a limited mindset makes you live a life that is limited to how you define it. For example if you belie… Read More
2022-10-28 09:59
In this great discussion on the Mindvalley platform, Professor Tal Ben-Shahar shares insights on how one can be happier. Have a look! Read More
2022-10-28 09:49
Professor Tal Ben-Shahar is a name to reckon with, in the world of happiness studies and Positive psychology. His Harvard class on Positive Psychology was the most popular class of all times… Read More
2022-10-09 06:29
By Sandeep KulshresthaWe have come a long way in terms of how the human resources function resonates with issues like employee well-being and happiness. From a deeply administrative time-off… Read More
2022-08-29 17:33
By Sandeep KulshresthaEmotional Intelligence or E.I. is all about mitigating, understanding and managing our emotions to the extent that we make our life fulfilling. It also means that we do… Read More
2022-08-14 17:48
By Sandeep KulshresthaIn one of the workshops on Positive reframing, I asked participants to answer the question, "Why me?" and when I saw perplexed looks on their faces, I said, "No, I am n… Read More
2022-06-27 06:00
In the business world, there is an immense focus on responding to communication whether you are a CFO or a Brand Manager and most certainly if you are an Entrepreneur. As a Coach, I spend a… Read More
2022-05-05 04:50
This following is extracted from Carl Jung’s long introduction to Heinrich Zimmer’s book on the life and work of Sri Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi in GermanThe carrier of mythological… Read More
2022-05-04 11:04
Like it or not, we are all gladiators. We go to sleep and wake up in a social arena from which there is no escape. Challenge upon challenge confronts us, walls restrain us, and a mob of spec… Read More
2022-05-04 10:41
Following is the collection of different definitions of Compassion that emerged through Empirical Studies (Source: The Center for compassion and altruism Research and Education, Stanford Uni… Read More
2022-01-17 15:27
In this video, Barbara Fredrickson explains how shared positive emotions make us happier, healthier, and more connected Read More
2022-01-17 15:23
Emiliana Simon-Thomas explains how empathy works in the brain and why people should resist the urge to turn away from suffering Read More
2022-01-17 06:50
By Psychologie IndiaThink about it. Your brain is always “ON” means it has many things to think and worry about. It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathin… Read More
2021-12-23 17:07
The renowned positive psychologist Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar is now teaching happiness studiesThe Certificate in Happiness Studies is a year-long online academic course created and delivered by Dr… Read More
2021-12-11 07:29
The School of Positive Transformation, UK is now offering one of the most interesting courses we have come across in the area of Positive Psychology,- The Meaning and Purpose Practitioner Ce… Read More
2021-10-13 12:24
Do you want to lose weight and feel better about yourself? The first step towards weight loss and a healthy lifestyle is to develop a plan of action. Start by evaluating your goa… Read More
2021-10-13 07:19
Anxiety is a common occurrence when a person faces potentially problematic or dangerous situations. It is also felt when a person perceives an external threat. However, chronic and irrationa… Read More
2021-10-09 07:39
By Sandeep KulshresthaPositive Psychology is the behavioral science that studies factors which make our life happier and meaningful. It can be said to be perhaps the newest branch of Psychol… Read More
2021-07-20 17:18
By Sandeep KulshresthaPositive Psychology is almost a two decade old science of well-being (launched officially in 1999 or so by Martin Seligman and others) and there are skeptics who are cu… Read More
2021-06-26 17:02
We all grow everyday Physically and from the existing belief, we also keep stagnating at one point of time. Although new findings in the book Keep Sharp by Dr. Sanjay Gupta have shown t… Read More
2021-06-15 06:25
By Sandeep KulshresthaPositive Psychology is not pop psychology and hence the readers have to forgive me for making this piece sound self-help-ish. Or perhaps I would say Positive Psychology… Read More
2021-05-27 05:50
Picture Courtesy: unsplash.comPositive Psychology is a latest branch of Psychology that studies factors that make people happy and flourish. This field was started by many Psychologists who… Read More
2021-03-27 14:37
Suchita Ullal is an entrepreneur with a difference. Her entrepreneurial pursuit started when she retired and felt a little lull. As cooking has been her passion, she thought of sending homes… Read More
2021-03-26 16:48
Aloha! This blog-site will now feature interviews of entrepreneurs who are positive oriented and have found their meaning. From new age bakers to organic food ventures, these new age passion… Read More
2021-03-26 16:39
By Sandeep KulshresthaJoe Biden took oath on January 20th as the new President of the United States, amidst the glooming pandemic and appalling economic conditions that surrounded his inaugu… Read More
2021-03-26 16:30
By the Positivepsychologyindia.org adminIn this TEDx talk, the speaker Julia Galef talks about developing the "scout mindset" or the mindset of seeking truth and reality for making better ju… Read More
2021-02-26 06:29
School of Positive Transformation, one of the best Positive Psychology schools in the western hemisphere has launched an innovative certification program in Integrated Coaching. The founder… Read More
2021-02-20 06:17
Professor James O. Pawelski, director of education at the Positive Psychology Center of the University of Pennsylvania, delivers a talk on the science of well-being, also known as positive… Read More
2021-02-09 08:27
By Sandeep KulshresthaIt is usually a cliché to use the word "Positive" in many contexts and situations these days. So, rather than saying "Positive Hiring", I am addressing this ques… Read More
2021-01-09 17:13
By Sandeep KulshresthaFor the entire Human race, 2020 was the most challenging year in the times of technology, big businesses, globalization, terrorism and climate change. The COVID-19 pand… Read More
2020-11-26 11:11
By Vrunda ChaukSuccess requires persistence, the ability to not give up in the face of failure. I believe that optimistic explanatory style is the key to persistence.-Martin SeligmanWh… Read More
2020-11-04 10:59
By Sandeep KulshresthaFew Psychotherapists have started using Movie Therapy as part of Expressive Art Therapies, especially in the western world. Art based therapies are also getting popular… Read More
2020-10-10 07:43
By Sandeep KulshresthaAn optimal level of well-being can be achieved when we reflect on positive emotions, maintain harmonious and strong family and personal bond, we are engaged to wh… Read More
2020-07-24 18:00
By Sandeep KulshresthaInspiring Movies or Television Series that portray display of character strengths also aid to enhancement of Positive emotions. In this particular video, a clip from th… Read More
2020-06-22 08:29
Diploma in Positive Psychology is now offered on the Fiverr platform at a very reasonable price point. Click here to buy the course: Diploma in Positive Psychology and well-being Read More
2020-05-20 16:56
Guest Blog by BNS SreejaI study human behavior and I would love to share an encounter I had in recent times which provoked the purpose of this piece. It was a typical day and I was speaking… Read More
2020-04-27 09:40
By Sandeep KulshresthaMindfulness is the new drug - claims an American Magazine! Yes, for many people across the world, Mindfulness has changed the way they look at the world around them. Ac… Read More
2020-03-31 07:50
By Sandeep KulshresthaWhen I am writing this, a big part of the globe is under lock-down because of COVID-19. I so wish that if someone reads this piece in June 2020, this virus and its' inf… Read More
2020-03-31 05:44
Hello friends! We are offering Bite Size coaching and mentoring sessions during this challenging period of the impact of the COVID-19 disease. The proposed online/telephonic conversations wo… Read More
2020-02-25 17:40
As more and more individuals are taking interest in Positive Psychology, there are new schools catering to the needs of such learning seekers. The International Institute of Positive Psychol… Read More
2020-02-20 14:20
Coming March 8th, we would be celebrating the International Women's day. Usually many corporations have some events or activities happening around the theme of "Inclusion" or "equality". Can… Read More
2019-12-28 12:38
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the factors which make life worth living, be it a normal life or the life of people receiving healthcare or people who are into any kind of the… Read More
2019-10-07 16:25
By Sandeep KulshresthaPlant based Diet is gaining momentum in the world currently. Popularly known as "Vegan Diet", it was earlier rubbished as an animal rights issue, especially by the medi… Read More
2019-08-02 16:00
By Sandeep KulshresthaAppreciation and compliments are surely linked to sustainable happiness. Many a times we do not take these things seriously but seriously speaking, it can give you imme… Read More
2019-06-16 10:34
In this fascinating TED talk, Dolph Lundgren, who got fame by his role of the boxer Ivan Drago, in the movie Rocky IV talks about "Healing and Forgiveness" Read More
2019-05-07 10:39
By Sandeep KulshresthaFrom this headline, you would be wondering what trips I am talking about. But without too much of a thinking, if I ask you to visit five different places in this Month… Read More
2019-04-17 06:21
By Sandeep Kulshrestha“Gratitude can be as easy as a beautiful sunset, an exquisite bite of chocolate, a child, or the brilliance of autumn leaves. No matter what shape or form gratitu… Read More
2019-04-16 13:07
This new Certification to prepare Positive Psychology Practitioners is path breaking and it has the best of names in Positive Psychology to facilitate a world class program. This certificate… Read More
2018-12-28 16:42
One important element of achieving sustained well-being is "Meaning". Meaning is the "M" of PERMA, the well researched formula for well-being. Many of us would recall Positive emotions, work… Read More
2018-12-04 06:14
Flourishing Happiness Centre, an online school that certifies Coaches in applying Positive Psychology is offering a Certification Program in Positive Life Coaching for a discounted price of… Read More
2018-10-20 10:07
Dr Itai Ivtzan is the founder of the School of Positive Transformation and its senior trainer. He is a mindfulness teacher and researcher, and senior lecturer at the University of East Londo… Read More
2018-09-25 10:25
Coaching, especially Executive Coaching from the perspective of appreciative inquiry as well as Positive Psychology has two broad approaches - Coaching for Compliance and Coaching with… Read More
2018-08-13 17:56
By Sandeep KulshresthaIn this open access world (so much stuff on internet on Positive Psychology), just about everyone wants to cash in the bandwagon of positive psychology. The scenario is… Read More
2018-07-18 16:57
The Institute of Positive Psychology and Well-being is offering an online program that leads to a Certificate in Positive Art Therapy. The program is priced at $179 and is the school offers… Read More
2018-06-22 16:16
By Sandeep KulshresthaA friend of mine is an entrepreneur and many a times struggling with her challenges to pay the monthly bills. She and her husband are workshop facilitators on business… Read More
2018-06-22 16:09
By Sandeep KulshresthaBeing playful is the natural essence of life. Rather than rushing up the momentum of lovemaking, if it is preceded by a “Mindful foreplay” where each and ev… Read More
2018-06-22 16:06
The sweet spot is something where you discover that there is an overlap of ease or the area of least resistance with the strengths and your inherent passion. According to Dr. Deepa… Read More
2018-06-22 16:00
By Sandeep KulshresthaThe commitment towards perfection is a noble idea and there are many who are attuned towards the same. It is important for people and organizations to achieve their obj… Read More
2018-06-22 15:55
By Sandeep KulshresthaLoving Kindness meditation (LKM), according to Psychologist Barbara Fredrickson is like a profound resource for our well-being and happiness. In one of her ma… Read More
2018-06-22 15:48
By Sandeep KulshresthaA friend, a passionate learning facilitator gets excited about the next assignment and would go an extra mile to make sure that she is up the curve and is able to susta… Read More
2018-05-13 16:18
After a long workshop on Positive Psychology or any of the elements within the ambit of Positive Emotions, Engagement etc, it is always nice to end the workshop on a "feel good" note. One in… Read More
2018-03-30 04:07
For beginners, this is a great guided meditation inciting you to be in the present moment Read More
2018-03-30 04:03
According to Dr. Barbara L. Fredrickson, a psychologist and expert on emotional wellness at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Positive emotions contribute to overall health. Acc… Read More
2018-02-09 06:13
In this phenomenal TED video, Patti Dobrowolski, a high-performance business consultant, speaker, strategic illustrator and newly minted author talks about harnessing the power of imagi… Read More
2018-01-19 14:14
By Sandeep KulshresthaA secular ideal of Mindfulness is all about appreciating the present moment. If you are a leader who is keen in bringing a positive change and also in challenging statu… Read More
2018-01-14 05:46
Have you ever practiced Mindful Driving? Did you ever felt "in the moment", while being deeply conscious in operational stuff like shifting lanes or subtly watching things around you while y… Read More
2018-01-04 04:36
Activity GoalTo learn everyone's name and increase social comfort.Before You StartSkills Practiced: Public speaking SkillsGather the group and demonstrate the greetings with a volunteer… Read More
2018-01-03 10:27
Time Required15 minutes dailyHow to Do ItThis exercise draws on a guided meditation created by researcher Emma Seppala, Science Director of Stanford University&rsq… Read More
2017-11-20 10:04
Sometimes, during a week it so happens that whatever we wished for earlier, manifests itself in a way that makes us both surprised and happy. We are also told that writing a bucket list help… Read More
2017-10-06 14:42
Positive Relationships maintain optimal levels of well being. The "R" of "PERMA" is about fostering and nurturing Positive Relationships (as espoused by Martin Seligman, the distinguished Pr… Read More
2017-09-27 05:50
By Saira Nikhat ImamWe all learn. This learning process starts right in the lap of a mother and reaches its end once we inhale our last volumes of oxygen in this world. To put it simply, lea… Read More
2017-08-24 04:48
In this wonderful video, Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn talks profoundly about how we can cultivate attitudes for living a mindful life. Dr Jon is a pioneer in the field of Mindfulness Read More
2017-08-10 04:55
By Sandeep KulshresthaIn our life experiences, we see different types of people. There are some who perpetually frown and rarely smile, while some laugh their heart out irrespective of their… Read More
2017-08-05 11:15
In her late 20s, Angela Lee Duckworth left a demanding job as a management consultant at McKinsey to teach math in public schools in San Francisco, Philadelphia and New York.After five years… Read More
2017-05-11 16:03
2017-05-11 15:59
In this interesting interview, Professor Sonja discuses the "How of Happiness" Read More
2017-05-11 15:55
The following video showcases Guided Mindfulness Meditation by the expert himself. This is phenomenal Read More
2017-05-10 16:02
Travel video exaggerator, Travel Nuggets has launched a new and exciting coaching program called the CERTIFIED TRAVEL MANIFESTATION COACH where the participants will be trained in an on… Read More
2017-05-10 13:32
Following Positive Psychology related websites/blogs are very interesting, relevant, educative, informative and fun!Authentic Happiness - University of Pennsylvania (the site of Martin Selig… Read More
2017-05-02 16:47
For those who have studied Psychology before and have either practiced as Psychotherapists or would like to do so, the Certificate Course in Positive Psychology, offered by Zur Institute, Un… Read More
2017-04-03 17:11
In this short video, Professor James Pawelski of the University of Pennsylvania explains the meaning of the word "Positive" in Positive Psychology. It is all about creating a good life which… Read More
2017-03-05 13:47
Sandeep Kulshrestha@SandeepKulsh“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”- Albert Einst… Read More
2017-03-05 12:45
Positive Psychology is being implemented at the school level as well (from elementary till higher grades as well). The nomenclature is usually "Positive Education" where the overarching purp… Read More
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