What are some of the best practices for teaching optimism skills to different age groups or populations?

A abordagem da psicologia positiva, de focar no que faz as pessoas prosperarem e serem bem-sucedidas, trouxe um novo olhar. Tirou o foco da doença e trouxe para o bem-estar. O PERMA de Seligman aborda os pilares do bem-estar, que se fomentados podem fazer muita diferença na nossas vidas.

As I was researching & writing The Career Happiness Project, the PERMA model is key for the benefits and impact that focusing on Happiness At Work can bring. Especially in a time of constant turmoil and change, you must grow your emotional intelligence & rewire your brain to stay strong & steady despite the storms swirling around you. For me, this starts with my faith. I finally learned I can’t be steady on my own, but I can do all things with Christ who strengthens me. I tried for years to find equanimity and to be that steady rock in the river as chaos swirled around me. But it wasn’t sustainable. I’d do well for weeks, but couldn’t sustain it on my own. Partnering with God - & doing this work on my beliefs - has brought peace & joy.

Embrace a strengths-based approach in your coaching practice, leveraging the principles of positive psychology to identify and amplify clients' strengths and talents. Encourage clients to recognize and cultivate their unique abilities, passions, and values, aligning their goals and actions with what brings them joy and fulfillment.

Positive psychology, the study of what makes life rock, is huge in education. It’s all about cranking up the good stuff – emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishments. Think of it as mental gym for the soul. Educators are injecting this good stuff into classes, from elementary to uni, making well-being and fulfillment as crucial as algebra. We’re talking about building resilience, optimism, and character strengths in students. It's not just about book smarts; it's about life smarts. Schools like Penn and Melbourne are leading the charge with full-on positive psychology degrees. So, how to teach optimism? Mix up direct instruction with real-world applications.

Positive psychology is the study of strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. It focuses on fostering positive emotions, resilience, and strengths to improve well-being and life satisfaction.

A criança está no processo de aprender e aquilo que ela escuta dos adultos responsáveis e dos professores tem forte impacto na formação do seu estilo explicativo - seja ele otimista ou pessimista. Logo, para que crianças e adolescentes possam aprender a ser otimistas, precisamos pensar na forma que iremos ensiná-las a lidar com as adversidades do dia-a-dia. Por exemplo, se a criança foi mal numa prova, não diga que ela é burra e que não será ninguém na vida se não melhorar as notas. Aborde os motivos que a levaram a tirar uma nota baixa e troque algo permanente e universal (você É burra) por algo mutável e específico como: "talvez você não tenha se preparado o suficiente, vamos estudar mais para que da próxima vez você possa se sair melhor.

O otimismo pode ser aprendido. Isso ocorre por meio do reforço positivo que pode ocorrer na escola e na família. Existem escolar que já trabalham com os pilares do PERMA, o que faz grande diferença na vida das crianças e adolescentes e na capacidade deles de gerir as emoções e lidar com situações de crise.

The behaviorist approach would be to reward actions and attitudes that promote positivity. Often, the inadvertent reward culture provides benefits for worry, complaining, and anger. Examine your environment. Make sure attention and results aren't unintentionally promoting negative behaviors.

Encourage children and adolescents to create and share positive narratives about their experiences. Help them reframe challenging situations by identifying the positive aspects and potential learning opportunities.

Modeling the way is always the best way to help others. Change yourself so you can change the world. It starts with you. The best thing we can do for our children is to heal ourselves and break through generational trauma so we don’t pass it along to future generations. And what we do pass along are the skills and ways to cope and how to deal with difficulties in a positive and empowering way. Setting goals and going after your dreams is how we propel ourselves into an inspiring future. And then breaking those down into bite-sized steps - and helping our kids do that - helps keep us (and then) from getting overwhelmed.

Não é diferente das forma de se ensinar as crianças e adolescentes. A psicologia positiva ensina diversas intervenções de gratidão, fomento das emoções positivas, construção de uma rede de apoio, buscando atividades que propiciem o flow, ajudano as pessoas e descobrir seu propósito, estabelecer metas e buscar a realização.

Guide adults in setting realistic, meaningful goals and breaking them down into manageable steps. This approach not only provides a sense of purpose and direction but also promotes a feeling of accomplishment and progress.

This is such a powerful way to walk through the process of capturing each thought and changing the narrative. 1. What is the Adversity? Awareness of your trigger and naming it is the 1st step. 2. What do I Believe about this? Writing out your negative thoughts, fears, & limiting beliefs helps you truly understand what you’re thinking & feeling. 3. What are the Consequences if I react from those beliefs & emotions? Consider what might happen if you react from your limiting belief. 4. How can I Dispute those beliefs with evidence that they are not real or true or helpful? However we think about something, we find evidence to support that thought pattern. 5. What Energy am I now getting and feeling when I reframe this and change my mindset?

People should learn to respect and appreciate one another regardless of the particular context. When this happens, more people will aspire to be professional in their conduct towards others. Every human being is important despite their standing in the organisation or society. However, this can only be realised if all adults and older adults strive to be inspirational and help others. Individual and group experiences should be used to develop knowledge and skills to enable them to operate in a broader global context in view of the globalised world that we live in. It is very important to develop into compassionate, strong and dedicated individuals and communities who are ready and able to make a significant contribution to Mother Earth.

O otimismo para adultos precisa vir acompanhado de uma carga de racionalismo e realismo. Utilizar uma matriz para listar pontos positivos e negativos de determinada situação, por exemplo, é algo que surte muito efeito com meus clientes. Pois se dão conta de que há muito mais pontos positivos do que percebiam e ainda caem a ficha de que sempre haverão pontos negativos e concessões e que nem por isso algo é ruim. Outro exercício excelente é o diário da gratidão mas somente com o que te aconteceu nas últimas 24, forçando o encontro com momentos para agradecer no dia a dia, não só focando em coisas grandiosas como a família e a vida.

Lidar com pacientes com doenças crônicas é um grande desafio e antes de mais nada precisamos compreender que o otimismo não pode ser um caminho para o polianismo, mas sim um aliado para lidar com as situações e adversidades enfrentadas. Uma boa maneira é usar o diário de gratidão para que a pessoa possa treinar o seu olhar para identificar coisas boas em sua vida e não somente os impactos da doença/limitação em sua vida. Dessa maneira, ao perceber que existem coisas boas, ela certamente encontrará uma ponta de esperança (um comportamento otimista tem tudo a ver com isso) para continuar lutando por dias melhores.

In countries like India, where teenage students are under immense pressure to perform academically, suicide statistics are rising alarmingly. Promoting positive psychology through school-based intervention programs is urgently required. Programs should include teachers, students and parents as a whole unit so that they can develop coping strategies together. Teachers and parents should be given special training for identifying risk factors and warning signs. Parents and schools should look beyond students' academic success and help them identify their strengths and promote well-rounded development for their students.

Every community carries its unique set of cultural values, traumas, and social dynamics, which profoundly influence how they perceive and engage with positive psychology concepts. Tailoring the teachings to resonate with the lived experiences and aspirations of the population enhances their relevance and effectiveness. Moreover, acknowledging the historical context enables educators to address any underlying systemic barriers or intergenerational traumas that may impact the reception and implementation of positive psychology principles. By integrating cultural sensitivity and historical awareness into the curriculum, educators can foster a more meaningful and transformative learning experience for the targeted population.

At-Risk Youth: Use mentorship programs that model resilience and optimism, encouraging hope for the future through goal-setting and role models. Workplace Populations: Offer training in resilience and growth mindsets, emphasizing optimism as a professional strength that supports innovation and well-being. Individuals Facing Chronic Illness: Focus on small wins, goal-setting, and self-compassion practices to reinforce optimism and adaptability. Veterans or Trauma Survivors: Use trauma-informed approaches, gradually encouraging optimism by emphasizing resilience, small achievements, and community support.

When teaching optimism to specific populations, like those with chronic illness, trauma, or facing discrimination, it's vital to first acknowledge their struggles and emotions. Avoid minimizing their experiences, and instead, help them find meaning by focusing on their strengths, passions, and values. Encourage self-advocacy by offering resources and opportunities for skill-building, which can boost their confidence and sense of control. This approach fosters hope, resilience, and motivation, empowering them to face adversity with a more optimistic mindset.

It’s essential to adapt optimism-building techniques to fit individual needs, cultural backgrounds, and comfort levels. Use a gradual approach, allowing individuals to build skills at their own pace. Reinforce these skills regularly through supportive feedback and practice, as optimism tends to strengthen over time with consistency.

Quando eventos negativos ocorrem, você não precisa olhá-los sob a luz mais permanente, abrangente, pessoal e com os resultados paralisantes que o estilo explicativo pessimista acarretam. Certos tipos de crenças desencadeiam a reação de desistência e por isso, aprender a ser otimista está muito relacionado a decisão. Por vezes não é o que acontece com a gente que é traumático, mas sim a forma como processamos aquele acontecimento.

My first ever time stepping into a WWE ring as a referee was the last time that I made a particular rookie mistake. I showed up, screwed up, and fixed it to make sure it would never happen again. This is how we grow *if* we allow ourselves to learn from our mistakes and take action steps to ensure future success. I am a big believer of failing forward. We will all at some point get knocked down but the winners are the ones who choose to #getup

In Positive Psychology optimism and pessimism aren't dispositions, they're what's known as Explanatory Style. Our explanatory style is the lens through which each of us interprets the world, the events of our lives, and our role in those events. For those with pessimistic explanatory style, optimism interventions can feel hollow, shallow, or like platitudes. Changing explanatory style can be difficult and often those individuals need a shift in belief to do so. Validating that struggle helps to sooth potential shame, blame, and internalization that can be common in someone with pessimistic leanings.

1. Self affirmations. It helps you to believe in yourself and remind you how unique and how special you are. 2. GRATITUDE. Gratitude is one of the major activators of optimism. A grateful person sees the best in everything