Chapter
Finding Direction Through Positive Psychology
The hosts discuss the importance of trying new things to find what truly makes one happy, integrating those experiences into life plans, and focusing on external rewards to combat pessimism and find a sense of direction. They also delve into the domain of positive psychology as a tool for navigating periods of feeling lost.
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The key to handling life transitions is to have a good relationship with yourself.
07:37 - 11:51 (04:14)
Summary
The key to handling life transitions is to have a good relationship with yourself. It's okay to feel lost, but knowing that it's temporary and that things will fall into place will help you move forward.
ChapterFinding Direction Through Positive Psychology
Episode40. When you feel directionless
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
This podcast explores the concept of positive psychology and how it can help individuals in moments of feeling stuck and directionless by shifting their focus towards changing their self-perspective instead of their lives.
11:51 - 16:29 (04:37)
Summary
This podcast explores the concept of positive psychology and how it can help individuals in moments of feeling stuck and directionless by shifting their focus towards changing their self-perspective instead of their lives.
ChapterFinding Direction Through Positive Psychology
Episode40. When you feel directionless
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The key to moving forward when feeling stuck is to try new things, integrate what makes you happy into your life plan, and avoid negative self-cycling thoughts.
16:29 - 19:40 (03:11)
Summary
The key to moving forward when feeling stuck is to try new things, integrate what makes you happy into your life plan, and avoid negative self-cycling thoughts. Don’t obsess over being stuck and focus instead on what you’ve learned from your experiences and use it to shape your future plans
ChapterFinding Direction Through Positive Psychology
Episode40. When you feel directionless
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The podcast discusses the importance of focusing on external rewards and pursuing things that validate a different belief in our minds that things can get better and things will go right for us, in overcoming pessimism.
19:40 - 22:37 (02:56)
Summary
The podcast discusses the importance of focusing on external rewards and pursuing things that validate a different belief in our minds that things can get better and things will go right for us, in overcoming pessimism. Scheduling positive reinforcement is also suggested as a way to reward oneself for taking actions in the direction of the life that one wants.