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How to Be Positive

A Journey into Positive Psychology

 

Positive psychology, a newer field in psychology, evolved from significant research conducted by Martin Seligman and his colleagues. It examines how individuals prosper in the face of adversity (Seligman & Csikszentmihalyi, 2000). As a result, positive psychology has shifted the focus from individual problems and mental disease to positive emotions and personal strengths in psychology. In fact, much can be said about how optimism, compassion, forgiveness, hope, joy, love, and resilience contribute to optimal well-being in life, increasing creativity, productivity, success and health.

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