Goal setting boosts focus, persistence, and motivation. Clear goals enhance performance, satisfaction, and well-being. Measurable goals enable progress tracking and accountability. Having spent 15 ...

The pursuit of happiness is one that humans have been working toward since the beginning of time. Yet the concept of “happiness” is often hard [...] ...

At some stage of our time on Earth, we might wonder about the meaning of our life. If you have ever had this thought, then [...] ...

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a third-wave Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that can be a breath of fresh air for coaches and therapists. Third-wave ...

The science supporting positive psychology has sparked a huge increase in degree programs. It makes sense: When we understand the “why” of positive human ...

14 May 2018 by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Saima Latif, Ph.D. Writing about stressful and traumatic events can significantly benefit our physical and emotional health. In fact, ...

21 Nov 2023 by Melissa Madeson, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. As humans, we are social creatures with personal histories based on the various groups that make up our lives.

Chronic pain is a condition that causes widespread, constant pain and distress and fills both sufferers and the healthcare professionals who treat them with dread. [...] ...

Have you ever had a conversation with a friend and been persuaded to make a positive change? Think back now. What was it they said [...] ...

Have you ever watched in amazement as a family member or acquaintance overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles with strength and courage? Coping with life’s ...

19 Sep 2023 by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Life entails a wide tapestry of different experiences. Some are pleasant; some are sad; others are ...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is based on the central tenet that our thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs determine how we feel and behave (Edelman, 2018). And [...] ...