We agree with Seligman and Csikszentmihalyi who stated:

‘We believe that a psychology of positive human functioning will arise that achieves a scientific understanding and effective interventions to build in individuals, families, and communities’, Seligman & Csikszentmihalyi.

Traditionally much of psychology has focused on distress or ill-health. In comparison Positive Psychology attempts to understand and build upon a person, organisation or community’s strengths and virtues. The goals of positive psychology include people’s strengths, people flourishing and people’s engagement. (Visit the European Network for Positive Psychology ENPP website for more information.) Validated VIA Tools can be used to measure Character Strengths and Virtues (see VIA me!) which can enable users to focus on their strengths.

Applied Positive Psychology Research

 

Mapping out our journey

Positive Psychology research provides insight into what people can do to increase their happiness, wellbeing and performance. This is at the individual, organisational and community levels.

Positive Psychology & The Environment

Positive psychology and ecopsychology research is discovering that Nature and Green Exercise can enhance self-esteem and wellbeing plus reduce stress.