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#TIL Practicing #SelfCompassion tends to increase #compassionate feelings toward others.

#Neurodharma #RickHanson #psychology #positivePsychology #positivePsych #compassion #neuropsychology #neuroscience #dharma #dhamma #karuna #karuṇā #brahmavihara #brahmavihārā

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Quick Quotes Feb 2

“Gravitate towards your heart’s desire!”
― Stefan Emunds

#Bot #Quote #BodyMindSoul #Holistic #Inspiration #Inspirational #Inspirer #LifeLesson #PositiveLife #PositivePsychology #SelfHelp #SelfRealization

Writing Slowly Jan 31

Is this correct?
"ADHD appeared in the DSM-III in 1980. The first study systematically comparing strengths in ADHD vs. neurotypical adults published in December 2025. That’s nearly half a century of “what’s wrong with you?” before anyone officially asked “what’s right with you?”"
https://thediagnosis.substack.com/p/a-generation-got-told-their-brains

#ADHD #PositivePsychology

A Generation Got Told Their Brains Were Defective. The Research Just Said “Our Bad."

ADHD Research Finally Found Strengths in ADHD. The Kids They Told Were Broken Are in Their 40s Now, But Sure.

The Diagnosis

CrazyFitnessGuy Jan 29

Gratitude journal not working? Try this #gratitude #grateful #thankful #positivepsychology #mindfulness

https://lttr.ai/AnouY

Gratefully Well

Why Your Gratitude Journal May Not Be Working: If you keep a regular gratitude journal but aren't feeling its benefits, here are a few changes that might help. #integrativehealthcare...

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Emberhart Jan 29

Active Constructive Responding 5/10 This time, a different challenge: applying Active Constructive Responding (ACR), a concept from Martin Seligman’s Flourish and Positive Psychology. 🔍 #PositivePsychology #LearningInLife #EmberhartPodcast

Emberhart Jan 26

Awkward or repetitive conversations aren’t the real problem. How we respond is.
Active Constructive Responding turns everyday moments into connection — at family tables and in leadership conversations alike.
📚 https://www.emberhart.com/active-constructive-responding-turning-awkward-christmas-moments-into-connection/
What would change if curiosity replaced irritation?
#CommunicationMindset #PositivePsychology #HumanSkills #ConnectionOverComfort #SelfLeadership #Emberhart #SparkingChange

Active Constructive Responding: Turning Awkward Christmas Moments into Connection - Emberhart

Dear Amilia Emberhart, You know how some conversations feel like walking through a dense fog—tedious, uninspiring, and so far from what you want to talk about? That is how I sometimes feel during family gatherings. Tonight, we are heading into one of those situations—a Christmas dinner with your grandparents, aunts, and uncles. It is always […]

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Emberhart Jan 20

True success is more than milestones—it’s about how we cultivate gratitude, resilience, and presence each day. One powerful tool from positive psychology is the Three Blessings Exercise: each evening, write down three good moments and reflect on why they happened. #Emberhart #PositivePsychology https://youtu.be/bKSIrrzj9-U

Inventing Positivity: The Power of the Three Blessings Exercise

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Journeys In Film Jan 9

Award-winning docmentary Happy (The Happy Movie!) takes viewers on a journey across five continents in search of the keys to happiness. Through cutting-edge science and through remarkable human stories from Namibia, Brazil, Bhutan, Kolkata, Louisiana, and more, the film leads us to a deeper understanding of why and how we can pursue more fulfilling, healthier, and happier lives.

Our Happy Curriculum Guide includes a lesson on Practicing Happiness, that features activities that promote and support mental wellness. This lesson also has a printable Happiness Inventory workshop that individuals as well as teachers may find useful as a mental wellness tool.

These resources are designed for grades 3-12 and adult/higher ed. 8/9

https://journeysinfilm.org/film/happy-the-happy-movie/?utm_source=Mastodon&utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_campaign=Jan26&utm_term=Mental+Health&utm_content=link

#Movies #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #Education #Homeschooling #SelfCare #Edutooters #Parenting #Documentary #Psychology #PositivePsychology #GlobalEducation