About Positive Psychology

Positive psychology is the science of what’s right in life. It is concerned with what makes life worth living, and helping us become more self-directed toward that end.   It provides the means for moving forward to a better place…. a more self-fulfilling and satisfying life.  

It is the science behind positive psychology that differentiates this field from the myriad of fads, unproven ideas and solutions—shelves of self-help books and web content — all promising the keys that will help you turn your life around.  

Much of this is often based on folk-wisdom or personal experiences. In the short period of 20 years since positive psychology took form (by Martin Seligman, president of the American Psychological Association at the time), hundreds of research studies have been conducted by leading psychologists around the world. 

This research has brought us closer to understanding how we can raise our level of well-being and the extensive benefits of doing so.  Studies show that people who are happy are more successful across wide-ranging domains including careers, romantic relationships, and health. Most importantly, this research provides the empirical evidence behind the claim that you can lead a happier life.

It is possible to move well into the “green zone”— to experience a flourishing life—if you have the wherewithal to embrace the positive approach.