This session will help you to understand your default mindset and how this can influence your behaviors and feelings at work. The session explores the theory behind positive psychology along with defining what it is and how it might differ from other areas of psychology that you may be more familiar with. You will practice reflection to help you make your unconscious behaviors more conscious, with a focus on building positive relationships and increasing engagement at work.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Explain what positive psychology is and how it differs from other fields of psychology
• Explain how psychological mindsets influence behaviours
• Describe the five pillars of the PERMA model
• Use tools to help manage your mindset, your behaviours and feelings to stay optimistic when faced with challenging situations
• Develop your strengths at work through coaching exercises
• Plan to develop your lower strengths to widen your choices of mindset
Course content
• Understanding the principles of positive psychology
• Differentiating positive psychology from happiness
• Identify the sources of positive emotions
• Exploring four areas of focus to achieve flow
• The importance of and how to build and maintain strong relationships
• Discovering purpose and meaning in life and work
• The importance of recognizing and celebrating achievements
• Key questions for effective personal goal setting
