
Positive Psychology in a Nutshell
Ilona Boniwell(Author)
Open University Press
3rd Edition
Published on 1. October 2012
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978-0-335-24721-9 (ISBN)
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Description
When you hear the words 'positive psychology' or 'science of well-being', do you wonder what it's all about?
Discover the latest research findings and thinking on the topics of happiness, flow, optimism, motivation, character strengths, love and more. The book provides a breadth of information about positive psychology with a pinch of critical commentary, and practical tips and tools throughout on how to practice so that you flourish. It is written in an accessible and engaging style with light-hearted illustrations.
The third edition of this bestselling book has been updated throughout with recent studies and new topics which include mindfulness, mindset, resilience interventions, positive leadership and well-being at work.
"The best general introduction to positive psychology available."
Dr Alex Linley, University of Leicester, UK
Discover the latest research findings and thinking on the topics of happiness, flow, optimism, motivation, character strengths, love and more. The book provides a breadth of information about positive psychology with a pinch of critical commentary, and practical tips and tools throughout on how to practice so that you flourish. It is written in an accessible and engaging style with light-hearted illustrations.
The third edition of this bestselling book has been updated throughout with recent studies and new topics which include mindfulness, mindset, resilience interventions, positive leadership and well-being at work.
"The best general introduction to positive psychology available."
Dr Alex Linley, University of Leicester, UK
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Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
ISBN-13
978-0-335-24721-9 (9780335247219)
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Person
Ilona Boniwell is the Programme Leader and founder of the first MSc in Applied Positive Psychology in Europe, taught at the University of East London, UK. Ilona is also interested in practical applications of positive psychology, co-founding the Personal Well-Being Centre - a social enterprise dedicated to the promotion of well-being and personal development. She has also co-written a textbook with Kate Hefferon entitled Positive Psychology: Theory, Research and Applications (Open UP, 2011).
Content
Preface to the third edition
What is positive psychology?
Your emotions and you
Optimism and hope
Living in flow
Happiness and subjective well-being
Is happiness necessary or sufficient? The concept of eudaimonic well-being
Meaning in making: values, motivations and life goals
Time in our lives
Positive psychology and life complexities and challenges
The freedom of choice and how to survive it
The positive psychology of strengths
Love
Positive interventions
Putting it into practise
The future of positive psychology
What is positive psychology?
Your emotions and you
Optimism and hope
Living in flow
Happiness and subjective well-being
Is happiness necessary or sufficient? The concept of eudaimonic well-being
Meaning in making: values, motivations and life goals
Time in our lives
Positive psychology and life complexities and challenges
The freedom of choice and how to survive it
The positive psychology of strengths
Love
Positive interventions
Putting it into practise
The future of positive psychology