Optimal Functioning: A Positive Psychology Handbook

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Optimal Functioning: A Positive Psychology Handbook

The Optimal Functioning handbook consists of a series of concise chapters on topics relating to well-being, happiness, and personal success. It is written for the use of individuals, coaches, educators, and other professionals interested in applying positive psychology to enhance well-being. The handbook provides straightforward summaries of key positive psychology research findings, interventions, themes, and areas of study. It also includes actionable suggestions for applying the empirical findings in oneâ€™s life. The handbook was written with the intention of increasing the availability of positive psychologyâ€™s knowledge and tools for the general population, so that they can be applied to help individuals, organizations, and societies flourish. The Second Edition contains new chapters on Well-being Theory, Coaching, and Appreciative Inquiry.

Optimal Functioning includes a foreword written by Daniel S. Bowling, III, JD, MAPP. Dan is a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvaniaâ€™s Master of Applied Positive Psychology program, and a Senior Lecturing Fellow at Duke University School of Law, where he teaches labor and employment law. In addition to his academic positions, he serves as Managing Principal at Positive Workplace Solutions, LLC.

Chapter Headings:
Foreword by Daniel S. Bowling, III
Introduction to Positive Psychology
Well-being Theory
Character Strengths and Values in Action (VIA)
Positive Emotions, Negative Emotions, and â€œNegativity Biasâ€
Flow
Goal-Setting
Motivation
Self-Regulation
Altruism and Giving
Gratitude
Savoring
Hope
Active Constructive Responding
Excess Choice
Coaching
Appreciative Inquiry
Resilience
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Country USA
Author Jessica Colman
Binding Kindle Edition
Edition 2
Format Kindle eBook
IsAdultProduct
NumberOfPages 70
PublicationDate 2012-10-16
ReleaseDate 2012-10-16

Country	USA
Author	Jessica Colman
Binding	Kindle Edition
Edition	2
Format	Kindle eBook
IsAdultProduct
NumberOfPages	70
PublicationDate	2012-10-16
ReleaseDate	2012-10-16

Optimal Functioning: A Positive Psychology Handbook

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