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Author: Itai Ivtzan, PhD

Dr. Itai Ivtzan is a Positive Psychologist, and founder of the School of Positive Transformation. He has been a Professor at Naropa University and UCL. With over 20 years of experience combining Eastern wisdom with Western psychology, Dr. Ivtzan has published six books and more than 50 journal papers in mindfulness, positive psychology, and personal growth, with his Psychology Today articles garnering over 500,000 total reads. As a sought-after keynote speaker, he's passionate about helping individuals become "super-heroes" with enhanced awareness, courage, resilience, and compassion. He invites his students and readers to explore the intersection of psychology and spirituality through his accredited programs, which have transformed the lives of over 15,000 students worldwide.

Putting the ‘app’ in Happiness: A Randomised Controlled Trial of a Smartphone Based Mindfulness Intervention to Enhance Wellbeing

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Howels, A., Ivtzan, I., & Eiroa-Orosa, F.J. (in press). Putting the ‘app’ in Happiness: A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Smartphone-Based Mindfulness Intervention to Enhance Wellbeing. Journal of Happiness Studies. Error: Embedded data could not be displayed. If the greatest mission of positive psychology is to enhace global flourishing, the potential of Smartphone Based Mindfulness […]

Creativity Problems: How Meditation Training Aids Art Creation and Problem-Solving

Creativity Problems - How Meditation Training Aids Art Creation and Problem-Solving

Creativity Problems: How Meditation Training Aids Art Creation and Problem-Solving You have probably heard of both mindfulness and art creation therapy? I found that it was easy to motivate others by providing examples and telling them to try out new things to solve problems or inspire creation for art, but to apply those to oneself […]

Positive Psychology In Organizations – Transforming the Workplace

positive psychology transforming workplace

Positive Psychology In Organizations – Transforming the Workplace Transforming the Workplace triggered by the pandemic, businesses and their employees have changed the way they think about work. Some commentators believe we are seeing a complete reset of what constitutes work, workers and the workplace on a global scale that has not been revisited in almost […]

The Body’s Built-In Healing Tool

Bodys Built In Healing Tool

The Body’s Built-In Healing Tool Living in a big city can be a lot. Some days, you feel in flow, synchronizing with the rhythm of the city. Yet other days, you feel super aware of every car horn, loudspeaker and toxic fume in your vicinity. This can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and tense. It’s […]

Living Life Freely

how to transform your life with effective meditation

Dr Itai Ivtzan One major obstacle stands in your way to living your life fully: You are not experiencing life as it really is. You may think this weird: “Of course I experience my life, what else would I be experiencing?” My reply is that you are actually experiencing your personal interpretation of life. The […]

Sleep Meditation Training for Kids

Sleep Meditation Training for Kids

Sleep Meditation Training for Kids Sleep Meditation Training for Kids and relaxation tools can help children unwind and prepare for sleep. Through body scans, imagination and deep breathing, they are able to relax and self-soothe. Short evening meditation can help improve sleeping patterns. If there was one thing that I wished I knew earlier, it’s […]

COVID-19: What I Will Never Again Take for Granted

covid-19 what i will never again take for granted

COVID-19: What I Will Never Again Take for Granted The COVID-19 pandemic has caused everyone to pause and re-evaluate their physical health and wellbeing. For a typically healthy individual without any physical impairments to their physical health, this is something we take for granted. Diseases that spread have always been around, and it continues to […]

The Yoga Boom in Western Society: Practitioners’ Spiritual vs. Physical Intentions and their Impact on Psychological Wellbeing

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Ivtzan, I. & Sivaja Jegatheeswaran (2015). The Yoga Boom in Western Society: Practitioners’ Spiritual vs. Physical Intentions and their Impact on Psychological Wellbeing. Yoga & Physical Therapy, 5(3), 1-7. Error: Embedded data could not be displayed. The Yoga Boom in Western Society may be positively associated with several aspect of Practitioners’ Spiritual vs. Physical Intentions.

Positive Psychology Training— Why Your Organization Needs an Optimistic Team

Training Positive Leaders

Positive Psychology Training— Why Your Organization Needs an Optimistic Team “Positive thoughts generate positive feelings and attract positive life experiences” – Mae West This goes for our individual lives and our workplaces. But not every organization harnesses benefit from an optimistic work culture. This short Positive Psychology Course Topic will help organizations determine if they […]

The LIFE model: A meta-theoretical conceptual map for applied positive psychology

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Lomas, T., Hefferon, K., & Ivtzan, I. (in press). The LIFE model: A meta-theoretical conceptual map for applied positive psychology. Journal of Happiness Studies. Error: Embedded data could not be displayed. The LIFE model contains the right-brained elements of discipleship that produce lasting transformation into the image.

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Carolyn Freyer-Jones

Kickstart Your Coaching Practice

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Coach, facilitator, and contributor to coaching education. Carolyn is associated with practical coaching training and learning resources, supporting coaches and leaders in developing effective, ethical, and reflective coaching practices.
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Rob Willson

Cognitive Behavioral Coaching

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Coach and educator contributing to leadership and coaching skills development. Rob is involved in professional training contexts, supporting the application of coaching tools and methodologies in organisational settings.
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Prof. Ilona Boniwell

Positive Psychology Coaching

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Professor of Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology. Ilona is a pioneer of applied positive psychology education in Europe and has founded and led postgraduate programmes in the field. Her work focuses on wellbeing, resilience, strengths, and evidence-based positive psychology interventions.
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Jon Williams

Coaching for Performance

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Coach and contributor to professional coaching education and training programmes. Jon is involved in leadership and coaching development initiatives, supporting skill-building and reflective practice within organisational and coaching contexts.
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Prof. Erik de Haan

Relational Coaching

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Professor, executive coach, and leading expert in coaching supervision. Erik is widely recognised for his contributions to relational coaching, organisational development, and reflective practice, supporting both individual coaches and leadership systems worldwide.
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Prof. Peter Hawkins

The Coaching Relationships

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Professor of Leadership and a leading authority in systemic team coaching and coaching supervision. Peter works internationally with boards, leadership teams, and organisations, and has written extensively on leadership, coaching culture, and systemic change.
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Prof. David Clutterbuck

Goals

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One of the world’s most influential figures in coaching and mentoring. Professor Clutterbuck has authored and co-authored foundational texts in coaching, mentoring, and organisational development. His work has shaped global standards for coaching practice, supervision, and mentoring relationships.
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Devon White

Communication

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Coach and leadership development practitioner involved in contemporary coaching education. Devon has contributed to professional coaching programmes and discussions alongside established academics and practitioners in the coaching field.
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Linda Aspey

The Coaching Relationships

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Coach, facilitator, and contributor to professional coaching education. Linda is recognised within the coaching psychology and leadership development community for her involvement in learning programmes, events, and reflective coaching practice.
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Dr. Chérie Carter-Scott

Psychological Foundations

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Executive coach, author, and pioneer in the coaching profession. Often referred to as “The Mother of Coaching,” Dr. Carter-Scott has been a leading voice in personal and professional development since the 1970s. She is a bestselling author and has trained coaches and leaders worldwide in motivation, leadership, change, and self-esteem.
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Prof. Jonathan Passmore

An Introduction to Coaching

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Chartered Psychologist, Professor of Coaching and Behavioural Change, executive coach, and author. Jonathan has published extensively in coaching psychology, leadership, and organisational change, including numerous academic articles and books. He bridges academic research and applied practice, contributing globally to coach education and evidence-based coaching.
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Dr. D. Ivan Young

The Coaching Relationships

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Coach, educator, and thought leader in professional and relationship-focused coaching. Dr. Young is frequently featured alongside senior coaching scholars and practitioners in advanced coaching education and professional development settings, contributing to the evolution of reflective and relational coaching practice.
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Catherine Bell

Psychological Foundations

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Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP). Catherine specializes in leadership transitions, executive presence, and sustainable performance. Her work combines positive psychology, emotional intelligence, and strategic leadership development to help leaders thrive while maintaining wellbeing and purpose.
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Yannick Jacob

An Introduction to Coaching

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Existential Coach, Positive Psychologist, Coach Trainer, and Supervisor. Yannick is the Programme Lead for the Accredited Certificate in Integrative Coaching at the School of Positive Transformation. He has taught coaching, positive psychology, and personal development at institutions including the University of East London, Animas Centre for Coaching, and The School of Life. His work integrates existential philosophy, coaching psychology, and human development to support meaningful change in individuals and leaders.
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