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Category: Positive Psychology

The Art of Slowing Down: A Path for Greater Happiness

the art of slowing down a path for greater happiness

The Art of Slowing Down: A Path for Greater Happiness Path for greater happiness no matter what your desires or goals are in life, I bet if we unpack them, under each one is a desire for greater happiness. Whether you’re seeking money, love, health, or purpose, ultimately you are seeking what you believe will […]

Positive Psychology Training – Why venting and ranting is not good for you

Concept of Catharsis

Positive Psychology Training – Why venting and ranting is not good for you Did you know that positive psychology programs and activities would be the best alternatives to going ranting or venting? I bet you’ve heard growing up that venting your negative emotions on other things and resorting to ranting are better than expressing aggression. […]

The Key to Being an Authentic Optimist

the key to being an authentic optimist

The Key to Being an Authentic Optimist Authentic optimist attitudes are linked to a number of benefits, including better coping skills, lower stress levels, better physical health, and higher persistence when pursuing goalsSometimes we hear optimism and immediately question it. That’s normal. How can someone feel positive about life no matter what? Isn’t this faking […]

Compassion: Any Act of Help is Never Too Little

Compassion Any Act of Help is Never Too Little

Compassion: Any Act of Help is Never Too Little I never really thought much of this incidence until we tackled the topic of compassion. The following is a personal story that occurred years before I took a Positive Psychology Program. 5 AM. After alighting the bus, I had my breakfast first and spent some time […]

Bringing back the humans – Adding Positive Practices to Agile Organizations

bringing back the humans adding positive practices to agile organizations

Bringing back the humans – Adding Positive Practices to Agile Organizations Adding positive practices as a methodology for software development practices in the business world. This article suggests a psychologist or practitioner can provide much to an agile organization by helping them evaluate the impact of agile frameworks on employees. Whilst agile setups may enable […]

Positive Psychology Training — Jams and Cereals and the Freedom of Choice

Freedom of Choice

Positive Psychology Training — Jams and Cereals and the Freedom of Choice If you plan to study positive psychology, you’ll constantly look into concepts that revolve around the idea of freedom. For example, the self-determination theory is rooted in the idea of autonomy being the primary core of our motivational system. Or simply, having the […]

The Benefits and Importance of Positive Psychology

the benefits and importance of positive psychology

The benefits and importance of positive psychology Positivity attracts positivity. This belief has hovered for ages, but in more recent times, importance of positive psychology has been scientifically-shown to lead to positive transformation. Positive psychology utilizes a scientific approach that focuses on the strengths of human behavior, feelings, and thoughts rather than focusing on negatives […]

The 3 Clues For The Secret To A Meaningful Happiness

The 3 Clues For The Secret To A Meaningful Happiness

The 3 Clues For The Secret To A Meaningful Happiness To find secret to a meaningful happiness, you need to retrain your brain from a negative mindset to a positive mindset. It’s a secret NOT because it needs to be kept from the world but because not everyone recognizes it. You might want to learn […]

Coaching Diversity

Coaching Diversity

Coaching Diversity The concept of coaching diversity has constantly evolved over the last couple of decades. It initially focused on race and later expanded to include women, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ community. Today, diversity has been expanded to include physical characteristics, family backgrounds, military status, and age. On a basic level, workplace diversity […]

Positive Psychology Today: It’s okay not to be okay

Overthinking

Positive Psychology Today: It’s okay not to be okay. Have you been overthinking lately? Do you find yourself dwelling on things that don’t matter or worrying excessively about potential problems? Or even ask yourself: Is there something wrong with me because I am anxious? Overthinking can lead to stress and anxiety and interfere with your […]

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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.
Overthinking

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