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Happy group
Positive Psychology
January 12, 202415 min read

Martin Seligman's PERMA Model: The Science of Flourishing

Complete guide to Positive Psychology's foundational model: Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Community volunteers
Positive Psychology
January 4, 202413 min read

What Is Positive Psychology? The Science of Thriving

History, principles, key researchers, and practical applications of the scientific study of human flourishing.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Happy group
Positive Psychology
January 2, 202416 min read

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's Flow Theory: Achieving Optimal Experience

Deep exploration of flow states—what triggers them, how to achieve them, and their relationship to meaning and fulfillment.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Mountain peak
Positive Psychology
December 12, 202314 min read

Character Strengths and Virtues: The VIA Classification

Martin Seligman's framework of 24 character strengths across 6 virtues, with assessments and exercises to identify yours.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Two people connecting
Positive Psychology
December 8, 202311 min read

The Broaden-and-Build Theory: How Positive Emotions Expand Your Mind

Barbara Fredrickson's research on how joy, gratitude, and serenity reshape thinking and build lasting psychological resources.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Phoenix rising
Positive Psychology
December 2, 202312 min read

Hedonic Adaptation: Why You Keep Chasing Happiness

The psychological phenomenon that makes success temporary, with evidence-based strategies for sustained well-being.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Perspective reframing
Positive Psychology
November 14, 202316 min read

Positive Psychology Interventions: 15 Evidence-Based Exercises

Practical, research-validated activities to increase happiness, engagement, and meaning in daily life.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Heart hands
Positive Psychology
November 6, 202312 min read

Subjective Well-Being: Measuring What Matters

How psychologists define and measure happiness, life satisfaction, and emotional well-being—and what predicts high scores.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell
Meditation poses
Positive Psychology
October 10, 202311 min read

The (S.B.A) Model: Understanding Success Holistically

Martin Seligman's comprehensive framework integrating personal strengths, actions, and outcomes for sustainable achievement.

Dr. Eleanor Mitchell