What is a flourishing community? What does it look like and how do we build it?
Last week, I started my Master's in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. And after my first intensive, I'm already in awe of the power of community building made available to us when we engage in communication, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
I was surrounded by classmates from diverse backgrounds who quickly transformed into an incredible community in just five days and I want to share some insights into the program's dynamic facilitation that made it all possible.
This program already holds a special place in my heart, in part because it's guided by the wisdom of one of the field's pioneers, Professor Marty Seligman. Witnessing him embrace lifelong learning and flexibility at the age of 80 was powerful. He sets an incredible example of finding meaning and purpose in aging and I found it invigorating - I hope the same for my future.
So, what have I learned so far? I had the pleasure of speaking with one of my brilliant classmates, Ilene Schaffer, to dig into our community toolkits. We explore essential themes such as trust, vulnerability, humility, and the profound impact of recognizing each other's unique strengths. Our conversation also touches upon positive communication, collaboration's triumph over competition, and the enduring value of lifelong learning.
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Links:
Climbing, Motherhood, and the Path to Self-Discovery with Beth Rodden
Insights from Positive Psychology with Executive Coach Ilene Schaffer
Power of Perceived Support with the Women of Tailwind
Living Wider and Deeper: Finding Fulfillment by Facing Mortality with Jodi Wellman
Play Your Way to Peak Performance with Dr. Elaine O'Brien
Exploring the World on Bike and Through Film with Daniel Troia
Perfectionism, Self-Criticism and the Path to Self-Compassion with Psychologist James Kirby
Movement, Nature, and Connection for Optimal Well-Being with John Ratey
The Neuroscience of Food Habits with Dr. Jud Brewer
Real Stories of Challenge, Support, and Motherhood with Ultra Runner Amanda Basham
Competition, Motherhood, and the Business of Professional Sports with Beach Volleyball Player Betsi Flint
Nurturing Self-Compassion with ACT Psychologist, Dr. Diana Hill
The Science of Goal Setting and 'Good Grit' with Caroline Miller
Championing Change: Athleticism, Motherhood, and Identity with Cyclist Jenny Smith
From Olympics to Advocacy with Switch4Good's Dotsie Bausch
Embracing Competition: Cultivating an Adaptive Mindset with Kim Perkins
Aging Gracefully, Training Powerfully: Insights from 80-year-old Endurance Coach Joe Friel
Finding Flow with Positive Psychology Expert Orin Davis
Plant-Powered Protein with Brenda Davis
How to Find Meaning and Purpose Through Life's Peaks and Valleys
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