Well-being, resilience, and character strength concepts from the positive psychology movement, for general interest learners.
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- What is positive psychology?
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The scientific study of what makes life worth living and helps people flourish- Define flourishing
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Thriving and reaching one's full potential in life- What does PERMA stand for?
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Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment- What is a signature strength?
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A character strength that feels essential to who you are and energizes you when used- Define flow
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Complete absorption in a challenging activity that matches your skill level- What is well-being?
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A state of feeling good and functioning well across multiple life areas- Define resilience
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The ability to bounce back from adversity and adapt to difficulty- What is grit?
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Perseverance and sustained passion toward long-term meaningful goals- Define self-compassion
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Treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer a good friend during difficulty- What is gratitude practice?
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Regularly and deliberately acknowledging things you appreciate and are thankful for- What does mindfulness mean?
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Non-judgmental, present-moment awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings- Define meaning
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A sense that your life has purpose and value beyond immediate pleasure- What is optimism?
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A tendency to expect positive outcomes and interpret events in a constructive way- What are character strengths?
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Core positive qualities and virtues that define who we are and reflect our values- Define social connection
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Meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging within a community
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