Too Much of a Good Thing – Toxic Positivity Part 1

Positivity is something that we are all seeking it seems, and with good reason. A more positive mindset has been associated with better resiliency, lower distress, healthier relationships, and generally better mental and physical health. In fact, creating a more positive mindset is often a goal of therapy. However, like all things, we can go […]

Rewiring the Brain for Positivity- Sit with the Positive

By taking just a few extra seconds to stay with a positive experience—even the comfort in a single breath, you’ll help turn a passing mental state into lasting neural structure. Dr. Rick Hanson When it comes to mental health goals, experiencing more positivity and less negativity might be at the top of most people’s list. […]

Our Natural Negativity Bias – It takes work to be positive

“The brain is like Velcro for negative experiences and Teflon for positives ones.” Dr. Rick Hansen Do you find that you tend to focus on the negative aspects of life? Whether it’s negative aspects of yourself, others, situations, or even negative versions of the future, you’re not alone. In fact, research has shown that, as […]