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17 Interactive Gratitude Exercises for Thanksgiving

November 26, 2020 by Emiliya Zhivotovskaya

Introduction: 1 – Gratitude Letter 2 – Gratitude Mad Libs Here is the link to purchase the Mad Libs: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Gratitude-Mad-Libs-Game-Thanksgiving-Game-for-Students-4138519 3 – Ode to the Random Object 4 – Gratitude for the Random 5 – Gratitude Tree 6 – Guess the Gratitude 7 – Gratitude Pictionary 8 – What I Appreciate About You 9 – […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Corona Virus, Covid-19, Pandemic

The Neuroscience of How Trauma Works & How to Prevent Traumatization Despite Highly Stressful World Events

May 1, 2020 by Emiliya Zhivotovskaya

Introduction: Resilience: The Neuroscience of Trauma: What is Trauma: Your Nervous System: The Brain Under Stress & Trauma: How to Self Care: The Vagus Nerve The Mechanisms of Post Traumatic Growth: Summary: Questions & Answers:

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Corona Virus, Covid-19, Pandemic

Sitting 1,000ft away from the massacre.

October 3, 2017 by Emiliya Zhivotovskaya

Hi friends, I don’t typically write blog posts. However, I wanted to share my story from Sunday, October 1st and what it was like to be in Las Vegas—1,000 feet from the shooter and on lockdown. In this story, there are positive psychology teachings, funny moments, examples of self-care, gentle musings—and moments of struggle. Research […]

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Student Spotlight: Samantha Inch

November 21, 2016 by Emiliya Zhivotovskaya

Samantha describes herself as a Communicator, Writer and Life Enthusiast. She is currently a Communications Manager at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA and holds 10 years of communications, and public relations experience working with organizations of all sizes. As a Certified Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner, Samantha is now bringing the pioneering change of positive psychology […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, positive psychology, Samantha Inch

Student Spotlight: Mary Zenzen

August 24, 2016 by Louis Alloro

Mary Zenzen is a gem, full of delightful surprises. A striking blonde who flew in from Colorado to join our CAPP weekends in Philadelphia, Mary reminds you of a jewel, showing different sparkling light when turned. Example 1: Courage. At an early on-site, Mary shared that one of her sons was having difficulty learning. Counter […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: Mary Zen Zen, positive psychology

Student Spotlight: Kristen DiOrio

July 14, 2016 by Louis Alloro

We were honored to have Kristen participate in CAPP 3 in New York, NY and then assisted the inaugural CAPP Philadelphia cohort in the spring of 2015. She remains involved in the local Philadelphia CAPP community. What brought you to study positive psychology? At my former organization, I was encouraged to create a corporate training […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: capp, Kristen DiOrio, positive psychology, Pospsy, purpose

Student Spotlight: Faisal Khan

June 1, 2016 by Louis Alloro

Since the capturing of this interview, Faisal has been accepted into the Masters of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program at the University of Pennsylvania and will begin his matriculation this fall. Way to go Faisal in realizing your dream to be a global voice in positive psychology! What brought you to positive psychology? I first heard […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: Faisal Khan, MAPP, pos psy, positive psychology

Student Spotlight: Melissa Regan

March 1, 2016 by Louis Alloro

Melissa L Regan has been caring for and touching lives for decades. The last 12 years she has worked as a Transplant Coordinator assisting families through difficult times. In this position she has witnessed a range of emotions.She says that positive psychology has helped her so much in understanding human nature and behavior. As Mary Zenzen, a […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: capp, melissa regan, Philadelphia, positive psychology, Pospsy

Student Spotlight: Shauna Streich

February 24, 2016 by Louis Alloro

Shauna Streich is a 2015 CAPP graduate and positive psychology-based coach. She is warm, authentic, compassionate, and passionate about igniting hope and possibility in those who are struggling. With a unique background in accounting, psychology and competitive sports, Shauna worked in the field of disability management for 17 years, including 10 years at the Workers […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: Christine DuVuvier, Emiliya Zhivotovskaya, positive psychology, Shauna Streich, Supersoul Sunday, The Possibility Centre

Student Spotlight: Cheryl Rice

February 14, 2016 by Louis Alloro

We interviewed Cheryl Rice. Wondering (1) What do you think of this new format for our Student Spotlights and (2) How wise is Cheryl Rice? It’s no mistake that we publish her post on a day that celebrates love. What drew you to PP/CAPP? I’ve always been a “possibility chic” – someone who delights in […]

Filed Under: Blog, Student Spotlight Tagged With: Cheryl Rice, pos, positive psychology, Where Have I been all my life, Your Voice Your Vision

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