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Relationships are the Ultimate Currency

Relationships are the Ultimate Currency

by Tal Ben Shahar Relationships matter. In the words of Daniel Gilbert,, professor of psychology at Harvard University, “Social relationships are a powerful predictor of happiness—much more so than...

Putting the Meaning back in Achievement

“Is that as high as you can go?” my surgeon asked. I winced and nodded, arm outstretched slightly above shoulder height. “That’s great!” I dropped my arm, trying not to cry. It was three weeks after...

Embodying Positive Emotions at the IPPA

Having recently come back from the IPPA World Congress Conference, I have been reflecting on how stealthily powerful our Kripalu Certificate in Positive Psychology experience was, and how important...

The Strengths of Our Children

I was about to enter the school gates when my phone rang. The phone number on the screen showed it was my children’s high school, so I answered it quickly. “This is Mrs. Allan, from Valley College,”...

Whole Person Well-Being

For your optimal well-being (and the world's), your whole nature in all its glory and complexity must be uncovered and expressed. For more than two decades, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar has been at the...

Certificate in Positive Psychology

The Certificate in Positive Psychology is an 11-month course of study for those wanting a more in-depth exploration and application of the science of resiliency and human flourishing.

Yogaspire

Yogaspire is a self-directed, easily accessible, simple way to tap into the wisdom of the body to cultivate emotional well-being. In fact, Yogaspire is so accessible it can be applied while waiting...

Intro to Positive Psychology

This 5-week module introduces the emerging field of Positive Psychology—the scientific study of optimal human functioning. Students are exposed to the theoretical and practical implications of a...