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Category: Positive Psychology

Integrating Mental Health in Positive Psychology

integrating mental health in positive psychology

Integrating Mental Health in Positive Psychology Integrating mental health services into primary health care (PHC) is among the most viable means of closing the treatment gap and ensuring that people get the mental health care they need. It’s no surprise why the field of psychology has centered around mental health issues for so many years. […]

How to Find Meaning and Purpose in Life

how to find meaning and purpose in life

How to Find Meaning and Purpose in Life Find meaning and purpose in life consists of the central motivating aims of your life- the reason you set up in the morning. What is the meaning of life? What is the point of our existence? These age-old questions have been pondered and philosophized, asked in the […]

Life Coach Training Secrets to Establish Rapport and Be In Sync With Clients

Life Coach Training Secrets-to Establish Rapport and Be In Sync With Clients

Life Coach Training Secrets to Establish Rapport and Be In Sync With Clients There is a one definitive way to know about life coach training secrets. But before you can start helping other people, you need to help yourself. One of the best things about being a life coach is that there is no one-size-fits-all […]

Neuro Linguistic Programming— The Disney Strategy

Neuro Linguistic Programming - The Disney Strategy

Neuro Linguistic Programming— The Disney Strategy It was in Neuro Linguistic Programming that I learned of this Disney Strategy. Sometimes called the Disney Technique, is a way of organizing your thinking to be better able to achieve goals or dreams. Too big an undertaking…? Or just unclear thinking? Many of our great plans or undertakings […]

The Art of Listening to Build Positive Relationships at Work

the art of listening to build positive relationships at work

The Art of Listening to Build Positive Relationships at Work How do we build positive relationships with other people? Of course, this is a BIG question and one that depends on the nature of the relationship as much as anything. The meaning of a positive relationship differs whether we’re talking about your boss, co-workers, customers, […]

Life Coach Certification—The Harmony In Working And Living

Life Coach Certification The Harmony In Working And Living

Life Coach Certification—The Harmony In Working And Living The harmony in working and living means different things to different people, to me-an entrepreneur with a vision to create health and harmony in homes everywhere through business-it’s very much like being a choir conductor. Something I struggled with before I took an online life coach certification […]

Online Coach Certification—Conflict Management in the Workplace

Online Coach Certification Conflict Management in the Workplace

Online Coach Certification—Conflict Management in the Workplace One of the best online coach certification that I have taken discussed greatly conflict management. Not only have I learned which skills contribute to resolution but I also learned about the different approaches that I may use. In this Article: What is Conflict Management Five Styles for Conflict […]

Building Self-Confidence Realistically

Life Coach Certification Building Self Confidence Realistically

Life Coach Certification — Building Self-Confidence Realistically Building self-confidence people seem at ease with themselves and their work. They invite trust and inspire confidence in others. Self-confidence is how you feel about your qualities, talents, and judgments. Having self-confidence resonates with one’s health and psychological well-being and can help you reach success in your personal […]

Why Is Happiness Fleeting?

why is happiness fleeting

Why Is Happiness Fleeting? Happiness and pleasure are not the same thing! Why is it that happiness is fleeting? How could it be that you feel great in the morning yet that contentedness fades away by the evening? If I would ask you about your happiest time during the last month your mind will probably […]

Positive Psychology – History, Strengths, and Research

positive psychology history strengths and research

Positive Psychology – History, Strengths, and Research Survey research, as with all methods of data collection, comes with both Strengths and research. We’ll examine both in this section. You may hear the term “positive psychology” being thrown around more and more and not really know what it means. So, what does it mean? It isn’t […]

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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.
positive psychology history strengths and research

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