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15 Best Self-Esteem Worksheets and Activities (Incl. PDF)

We all experience moments of self-doubt and uncertainty. Even the most confident and happy people have moments where they think, “I’m such a failure.” It’s [...]

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12+ Best CBT Books to Master Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, commonly known as CBT, is a tool therapists use to aid clients in reducing the thoughts that lead to maladaptive behaviors. In its [...]

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Your Ultimate Life Coaching Tools Library (+PDF & Exercises)

What is the role of a life coach? While the title of ‘life coach’ may sound a little vague at face value, a talented life [...]

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What Is Self-Actualization? Meaning, Theory + Examples

The concept of self-actualization was brought into the mainstream by Abraham Maslow when he introduced his “hierarchy of needs.” Today, self-actualization is a bit more [...]

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16+ Best Gratitude TED Talks & Videos

Here at PositivePsychology.com, we have recently been discussing the power of gratitude from a variety of angles. Whether you have been following along all month [...]

Gratitude Books

10+ Best Books on Gratitude

Gratitude is good for us physically and mentally. Research shows while being grateful is linked to feelings of joy and contentment, it also improves sleep, [...]

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Gratitude Meditation: A Simple but Powerful Intervention

Gratitude meditation is a type of meditation which, as the name suggests, focuses on gratitude. This article will define gratitude meditation, discuss some of its [...]

What is a Gratitude Journal?

Gratitude Journal: 35 Ideas for Getting Started

Gratitude is like most desirable traits and qualities in that it is usually not enough to simply decide to be grateful—we must actively practice it [...]

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Benefits of Gratitude: 28+ Surprising Research Findings

We recently posted an article about how to incorporate a regular gratitude exercises in your life. It includes some excellent tips, ideas, and exercises to [...]

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The #1 Reason Why We Want More And More (And More)

The #1 thing that holds people back from having a smoothe-as-honey lifestyle, where you can just get up, feel great, and connect with other people [...]