Happiness isn’t a state of being; it’s an action
Living with unhappy parents undoubtedly affects a child’s mood and long-term development. But here’s the great news: both parents and children can become happier. One way is to engage in the daily practice of positive psychology.
What Is Positive Psychology?
Positive psychology is a discipline that looks at what works for people rather than what ails them. It endeavors to establish a science of happiness that teaches people what they can do to thrive in all aspects of their lives. By following principles of positive psychology we demonstrate to our children a practical tool for serving Hashem b’simchah.
One of the major tenets of positive psychology is that there is an optimal ratio of “positivity” — the ratio of good-feeling to bad-feeling emotions. This ratio also called the Losada Line is approximately three to one. That is a person needs to feel three positive feelings for every one negative feeling in order to thrive.
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