Methods · Method
Positive Psychotherapy-derived
Strength- and resource-oriented practices inspired by positive psychotherapy; claims require review.
Status: sensitive.
Legacy collections: Positive Psychotherapy.
A method is an additional classification dimension. Future hacks and protocols should still identify the concrete Topic they address.
- Specific Gratitude NoteWrite one to three specific things you appreciated and why they mattered. Keep the practice optional and factual; gratitude is not a requirement to feel positive or a substitute fo
- When You Face a Setback, Treat Yourself with KindnessWhen you face a setback, treat yourself with kindness. Remind yourself that everyone makes mistakes and that learning is part of growth.
- Do a Small Act of Kindness, Whether It’s Helping a Friend, Volunteering, or JustDo a small act of kindness, whether it’s helping a friend, volunteering, or just offering a compliment. Notice how it makes you feel.
- Spend Some Time Listing Your Personal StrengthsSpend some time listing your personal strengths. Think of qualities, skills, or talents that make you unique and capable.
- Think About What Truly Matters to You and Set a Small Goal Aligned withThink about what truly matters to you and set a small goal aligned with your values. It should be something meaningful and achievable.
- Take Time to Identify the Values That Are Most Important to You, Like Honesty,Take time to identify the values that are most important to you, like honesty, creativity, or family. Write them down as a reminder.
- Recall a Positive Experience from the Past WeekRecall a positive experience from the past week. Write down what made it meaningful and how it impacted you.