Think Better-Live Better

We all have "must dos", but what about "get to dos"?

We need prioritize what brings you goodness and act on it. Many of my students will be on their phone for 5 hours a day, but claim they don't have time for friends.

Be mindful of the activities and people that truly bring us joy and amusement.

Are There Items on Today’s To-Do List that Bring You Joy? (#CPPA2016) Barbara Fredrickson opened the first full day of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association conference with the question,

! Here are some great books that changed my thinking for the good. Reading books about well-being, resilience, self-compassion, etc., has truly helped me. I hope some of these can be helpful to you.

Suggested Reads — Think Better--Live Better Research has shown the tremendous importance of gratitude.  People that express genuine gratitude are show less depression symptoms, get along better with others, sleep better, and are physically healthier.  In addition, therapists are finding that doing a daily gratitude journal helps suicidal pa...

Today's Tip--Use active and constructive responding in your relationships.

When someone shares with you, interact with questions, eye contact, and full attention.

Help them relive their positive moment as much as possible.

What is Active Constructive Responding? Capitalization describes the positive response from the sharing one’s successes, which can also be defined as active constructive responding.