positive psychology strategies for promoting student well-being
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Positive Psychology Strategies for Promoting Student Well-beingDalton Institute 2014
Dr. Pete Mather
Ohio University
Twitter: @DrPeteMather
Foundations of Positive Psychology
History Well-being & Happiness (PERMA)
Positive Emotion Engagement Relationships Meaning Accomplishment
Positive Emotions
Example: Gratitude Tell a neighbor about someone who has contributed to
you being where you are today Positive Emotions: Joy, Serenity, Hope, Inspiration. . .
Broaden and Build Theory
• Positivity/happiness, corresponds to problem-solving skills, creativity, and related positive outcomes
• Negativity (e.g., fear) narrows one’s options and limits creativity
• Happiness and well-being promote altruism, reduce racial bias, and extend life
Keep your eye on the prize
“Happiness” as a goal of higher education Aristotle: “Happiness is the meaning and the purpose
of life, the whole aim and end of human existence” Eudaimonia
Amazon Results 38,169 (Happiness) 123,269 (Money)
Evolutionary Psychology
Overcoming Negativity Bias
Lyubomirsky’s “The How of Happiness” H = Set Point + Circumstances + Voluntary
Activities S = 50%; C = 10%; V = 40%
Person – Activity Fit Diagnostic
Appreciative Mindset
The problem with focusing on problems The Hope Imperative: Creating images of who we’d like
to become Positive Deviance
Strengths
Gallup’s Strengths Finder 34 Signature Strengths
Values in Action (VIA) Peterson and Seligman
Strengthspotting Linley, Willars and Biswas-Diener
Accomplishments
Discuss an accomplishment/something you are particularly proud of . .
What factors led to this accomplishment? Goals?
Authentic Activity Intrinsic Attraction
Happy Together
The Love Imperative Rich and deep relationships are the largest
determinant of well-being Fostering rich relationships with today’s college
students Micro moments of connection are meaningful (Love 2.0)
Challenges presented by fast pace/technology
Strategies
Gratitude Strengths Acts of kindness Exercise strengths Practice positive deviance Put energy and effort into positive relationships Happiness is not an all or nothing prospect!
References
Cooperrider, D. L., Whitney, D. (2005). Appreciative Inquiry: A Positive Revolution in Change . Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
Fredrickson, B. L., & Branigan, C. (2005). Positive emotions broaden the scope of attention and thought-action repertoires. Cognition and Emotion, 19, 313-332.
Linley, A. P. (2008). Average to A+: Realising strengths in yourself and others. Warwick, UK: Random House.
Luthans, F., Youssef, C. & Avolio, B. (2007). Psychological capital: Developing the human capital edge. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
References
Lyubomirsky, S. (2008). The how of happiness: A practical approach to getting the life you want. New York, NY: Penguin Press.
Mather, P. C. & Hulme, E. (Eds.). Positive Psychology and Appreciative Inquiry in Higher Education. New Directions for Student Services, 143, 31 - 40. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Peterson, C. & Seligman, M. E. P. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Seligman, M. E. P. (2002). Authentic Happiness:Using the new positive psychology to realize your potential for lasting fulfillment. New York, NY: The Free Press.
Seligman, M. E. P. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. New York, NY: The Free Press.
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