Optimism
What is Optimism and why does it matter?
To what degree do you have a positive view of the future? How hopeful are you? How favorable do you view events, even negative ones, in your life?
Why it matters:
More hopeful people enjoy greater luck, less stress and stronger commitment to their futures
Three Good Things Exercise
Dr. Seligman explains the Three Good Things Exercise and how it promotes happiness.
Focus
For one week, write down each evening three things that went well and your roll in it; See above for directions.
Use positive self talk;
Focus on what you can control. For example, you cannot control your grade, but you can control how much you study or check in with the teacher.
Level Up
Look for the silver lining in one of your disappointments.
Turn off the news and social media and connect with real people—it will help you be more positive.
For one week, write down each evening three things that went well and your roll in it; See above for directions.
Share
Provide encouraging words and actions to your peers.
Send one heartfelt thank-you note a day to different people for one week—make someone else’s day by spreading your hope.
