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Why do people stay in their comfort zones and stick to old beliefs and behaviors, even when those patterns do not serve them anymore? Why do they continue trying to…

Dr. Diener, what are you working on now? What are the newest developments in research on happiness?

On November 11, 2018, I had the privilege of interviewing Ed Diener about well-being and public policy. Dr. Diener is a leading researcher on happiness, the correlates of well-being, and well-being measurement.

When is a joke not a joke but a lie? What is a white lie, and when is it ok to tell it? Can silence be a lie? Should one always stand up for the Truth? How do you answer when you consider the question inappropriate?

This article continues the answer to the question, “How does a relationship with our natural environment help us develop a life of meaning?” The actions in this article are involved with deeper self-discovery and expression.

How does a relationship with our natural environment help us develop a life of meaning? 13 actions to explore this question. Come back tomorrow for an additional 13 actions.

Watch on YouTube Hi, I’m Carin Rockind. Welcome to PPN Bites where we give you 60-second helpings of the positive psychology news you need to know. Truth be told, I’ve…

In his new book, Wisdom @ Work, Chip Conley invites workers of all ages to become Menterns (simultaneously mentors and interns), with intergenerational reciprocity that allows all age cohorts to learn from each other.

Watch on YouTube Hi, I’m Carin Rockind. Welcome to PPN Bites, where we give you 60-second helpings of the Positive Psychology News you need to know. We have an aging…

Watch on YouTube Hi, I’m Carin Rockind, welcome to PPN Bites, where we give you 60-second helpings of the positive psychology news you need to know. So it’s long been…

We interviewed Carin Rockind on our most recent PPND Webinar on October 17th, 2018. Carin Rockind is the leading happiness expert and the founder of PurposeGirl, a movement to empower purpose-driven living.…

Reading this book gives you the opportunity to hang out with two radiant, loving master teachers who will connect you to your inner wisdom and joy.

We interviewed Sean Doyle on our most recent PPND Webinar on October 3rd, 2018. He spoke about his book, Mud and Dreams: Through essays and stories on the poetry and science of…

ANNOUNCEMENT:  On October 17, we will have a Positive Psychology News webinar featuring Carin Rockind, author of the Living on Purpose Guide, contributor to the book Pebbles in the Pond: Wave…

Wendy Toh was one of my favorite bosses. She did not assume that I could read her mind about what was important to her. Wendy taught me to have Big Rocks conversations as a way to negotiate priorities. Here’s how one of these discussions might go.

Watch on YouTube Hi, I’m Carin Rockind. Welcome to PPN Bites where we give you 60-second helpings of the Positive Psychology News you need to know. I know, selfies might…

Let’s take a moment to look at the ownership of your time. Some of it is yours. If you are employed, some of it belongs to your employer. But how much?

I have traveled a long, rugged road to find my way back to see you with new eyes. Dear Mister Rogers, thank you for the opportunity to offer you my gratitude. You taught us that feelings are not forever. We may be sad now but we’ll also be happy again. We get to feel all of the feelings because they are all part of life.

ANNOUNCEMENT:  On October 3, we will have a Positive Psychology News webinar featuring Sean Doyle, author of the newly released book, Mud and Dreams: Essays on falling more deeply in love…

Watch on YouTube Hi, I’m Carin Rockind. Welcome to PPN Bites, where we give you 60-second helpings of the positive psychology news you need to know. Last year during the…