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Positive Psychology
The psychology behind the well-being benefits of libraries
The psychology behind the well-being benefits of libraries
Penn’s Humanities and Human Flourishing Project at the Positive Psychology Center helped the New York Public Library contextualize results of a patron survey on well-being.
In the News
The New York Times
Are we happy yet?
Martin Seligman of the School of Arts & Sciences says that thinking about life through the lens of moment-to-moment moods is a recipe for depression and anxiety.
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Fast Company
Burnout is leading more employees to turn down promotions
Tamara Myles of the School of Arts & Sciences says that meaningful work lives at the intersection of contribution, community, and challenge.
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National Catholic Reporter
Tech leaders discuss AI and well-being at Vatican conference
At a Vatican City conference on human flourishing and technology, James Pawelski of the School of Arts & Sciences spoke about connecting culture with physical and mental health.
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Psychology Today
Why hasn’t the new me shown up yet?
In his book “What You Can Change and What You Can’t,” Martin Seligman of the School of Arts & Sciences says that some personal qualities and habits can’t be changed without extreme difficulty.
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Fortune
You can’t force holiday cheer—but three habits can help you feel happier this season
In his co-written book “Character Strengths and Virtues.” Martin Seligman of the School of Arts & Sciences defines gratitude as being aware of and thankful for the good things that happen and taking time to express thanks.
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Fast Company
Four myths that hold workers back from having fulfilling careers—and how to make your work more meaningful
In an Op-Ed, Tamara Myles of the School of Arts & Sciences uses her research at the Positive Psychology Center to explain why meaningful work is fundamental to happiness.
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