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Positive Psychology Strategies for Promoting Student Well-being Dalton Institute 2014 Dr. Pete Mather Ohio University Twitter: @DrPeteMather
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Foundations of Positive Psychology History Well-being & Happiness (PERMA) Positive Emotion Engagement Relationships Meaning Accomplishment
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Positive Emotions Example: Gratitude Tell a neighbor about someone who has contributed to you being where you are today Positive Emotions: Joy, Serenity, Hope, Inspiration...
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Broaden and Build Theory Positivity/happiness, corresponds to problem-solving skills, creativity, and related positive outcomes Negativity (e.g., fear) narrows one’s options and limits creativity Happiness and well- being promote altruism, reduce racial bias, and extend life
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Keep your eye on the prize “Happiness” as a goal of higher education Aristotle: “Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence” Eudaimonia Amazon Results 38,169 (Happiness) 123,269 (Money)
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Evolutionary Psychology
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Overcoming Negativity Bias Lyubomirsky’s “The How of Happiness” H = S et Point + C ircumstances + V oluntary Activities S = 50%; C = 10%; V = 40% Person – Activity Fit Diagnostic
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Appreciative Mindset The problem with focusing on problems The Hope Imperative: Creating images of who we’d like to become Positive Deviance
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Strengths Gallup’s Strengths Finder 34 Signature Strengths Values in Action (VIA) Peterson and Seligman Strengthspotting Linley, Willars and Biswas-Diener
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Accomplishments Discuss an accomplishment/something you are particularly proud of.. What factors led to this accomplishment? Goals? Authentic Activity Intrinsic Attraction
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Happy Together The Love Imperative Rich and deep relationships are the largest determinant of well-being Fostering rich relationships with today’s college students Micro moments of connection are meaningful (Love 2.0) Challenges presented by fast pace/technology
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Strategies Gratitude Strengths Acts of kindness Exercise strengths Practice positive deviance Put energy and effort into positive relationships Happiness is not an all or nothing prospect!
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References Cooperrider, D. L., Whitney, D. (2005). Appreciative Inquiry: A Positive Revolution in Change. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.Appreciative Inquiry: A Positive Revolution in Change Fredrickson, B. L., & Branigan, C. (2005). Positive emotions broaden the scope of attention and thought-action repertoires. Cognition and Emotion, 19, 313-332.Positive emotions broaden the scope of attention and thought-action repertoires. Linley, A. P. (2008). Average to A+: Realising strengths in yourself and others. Warwick, UK: Random House. Luthans, F., Youssef, C. & Avolio, B. (2007). Psychological capital: Developing the human capital edge. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
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References Lyubomirsky, S. (2008). The how of happiness: A practical approach to getting the life you want. New York, NY: Penguin Press. Mather, P. C. & Hulme, E. (Eds.). Positive Psychology and Appreciative Inquiry in Higher Education. New Directions for Student Services, 143, 31 - 40. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. Peterson, C. & Seligman, M. E. P. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Seligman, M. E. P. (2002). Authentic Happiness:Using the new positive psychology to realize your potential for lasting fulfillment. New York, NY: The Free Press. Seligman, M. E. P. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. New York, NY: The Free Press.
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