Although previous research has shown that helping others leads to higher happiness than helping oneself, people frequently predict that self-s...
Self-compassion – having a healthy, mindful and kind self-attitude – may be a better way to cope with negative experiences than distraction....
Meta-analyses indicate the efficacy of positive psychology interventions in promoting well-being....
Flow is an intrinsically motivating state of consciousness characterized by simultaneous perception of high challenge and skill....
Despite the popularity of the ‘pay it forward’ (PIF) concept in textbooks and popular culture, to date, no study has tested the effectiveness ...
The present four-wave longitudinal study investigated the cross-lagged associations between three study and work engagement dimensions (e.g....
Previous research has demonstrated a strong link between prosocial behavior – particularly autonomous prosocial behavior – and well-being....
The VIA Classification characterizes six culturally defined virtues as latent variables underlying 24 character strengths....
Stressful life events (SLEs) may elicit positive psychosocial change among youth, referred to as post-traumatic growth (PTG)....
A growing body of empirical research suggests that brief contact with natural environments improves emotional wellbeing....
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