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The Health and Well-Being Benefits of Kindness

December 2, 2024

Dr. Scott Glassman explains how kindness boosts physical, emotional, and social health and teaches us ways to cultivate it in our lives and communities.

Building Blocks of Success: Personal Growth Through Play

November 4, 2024

Explore an innovative approach to team-building, storytelling, and personal growth through hands-on model creation and facilitated discussions.

How to Improve Listening Skills: A Lesson From Motivational Interviewing

October 28, 2024

Learn how to become a better listener with these clear steps to improve the depth and quality of your listening.

Managing Stress During a Divisive Election Season

October 23, 2024

Learn three strategies that can increase positive emotions, reduce unhelpful negative emotional states, and encourage healthy choices.

Mastering Positive Psychology for Effective Life Coaching

October 14, 2024

Learn how a degree in positive psychology can help you prepare for life coaching certification and success as a life coach.

Civility, Open-Mindedness and Empathy in a Politically Tense Climate

July 23, 2024

Dr. Scott Glassman discusses the importance of civility, empathy, and open-mindedness in political discourse, emphasizing mindfulness in communications.

Flourishing in Medical Residency: A Focus on Preventing Burnout

July 15, 2024

Find out how PCOM is leveraging positive psychology to support residents and create a more resilient healthcare workforce.

Building a Thriving Online Learning Community | MAPP at PCOM

June 12, 2024

Learn how online learning communities can be designed to promote skills and knowledge acquisition as well as social well-being.

Promoting Well-Being in Athletes Through Positive Psychology

June 4, 2024

Learn how positive psychology can help athletes cope with the emotional vulnerabilities that come with the pressure of competitive sports.

Positive Psychology Students Spread Kindness on Campus

May 20, 2024

The PCOM community joined positive psychology students in creating and sharing messages of positivity and kindness.

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