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How satisfied someone is with their life, research finds, can't actually be reliably predicted by looking at their income, marital status, or health. Instead, it has much more to do with personality. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/people…

It's hard to manage our emotions. That's why we end up saying or doing things we later regret. Practicing these suggestions regularly can help. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/feelin…

When was the last time you looked in the mirror and really thought about how you felt as opposed to critiquing how you look? Some research has shown that a mirror, if used correctly, can serve as a tool to build self-acceptance and increase positive emotions. For a discussion on mirror meditation: psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-cl…

Thank you to all who have served our country and for those who continue to do so. We appreciate you!

If you, your children, or your pets are having difficulty adjusting to the end of Daylight Savings Time, you are not alone. Disruption in sleep, as well as mood changes, can occur. Increasing your exposure to natural light through extra time outside during daylight hours, or even near windows may help with the adjustment. healthline.com/health-news/da…

Nonverbal communication, such as eye contact, is extremely important in the development and maintenance of interpersonal relationships. This includes parent-child bonds, friendships, and romantic relationships. Eye contact can help individuals feel connected with one another and can thus have a positive impact on mood and sense of belonging. Check out these resources for more information: sciencedirect.com/science/articl… link.springer.com/article/10.375…

Hope everyone had a fun and enjoyable Halloween! 🎃

The fall is here. Leaves are falling, there is a chill in the air, and the sun is setting earlier. It's important to find time during the day for outdoor breaks to get some sunlight and fresh air. Even short breaks outside during daylight hours can be beneficial for mood. The hard part? Going back inside after a fun outdoor break!

Gratitude is a unique positive emotion that could be your new tool for breaking unhealthy habits. ow.ly/jYm250TRSa6 #SPSPblog

Playtime is time well spent! There are many physical and cognitive benefits. We see this in the animal world where puppies learn from each other during their unstructured playtime, and they end up both cognitively and physically tired after a puppy playdate. This is not dissimilar from children. Free play with peers is not only fun, but serves an important role in developing social skills, building confidence, and much more. Free play allows children to explore, be creative, and learn how to engage with others without the structure of a classroom. Adults often forget to make time for play, but they can also benefit from taking time for unstructured enjoyable activities as well. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/relati…

Schools, hospitals, libraries, and other organizations often invite therapy dogs in on occasion, and some even have regularly scheduled therapy dog visits, or even their own therapy dog programs. It can make such a positive difference in the lives of everyone the therapy pups encounter. massgeneral.org/news/article/m… #thinkpositive #Happiness #boxer #PositiveThinking #therapydogintraining #Oceanside #BeachLife #DOGS #puppies #newengland

Boost your mood and FALL in love with New England by heading outdoors to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage, pick some pumpkins, work your way through a corn maze, and enjoy a crisp fall evening by a campfire. Not from the New England area? Then it's a great time to plan a trip! #fallseason #newengland #thinkpositive #Happiness #boxer #PositiveThinking

It is important to engage children and adolescents in various activities that do not involve electronics/screen time. Enjoying sports, crafts, and other activities can not only help them gain a variety of skills, but stepping away from electronics can also improve mental health. This is not only true for children, but also adults. Making a concerted effort each day to take time away from screens is beneficial for everyone.

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Report suggests that decreasing screen time in children and adolescents even briefly may have a positive effect on their mental health and their interactions with others. ow.ly/Gwzi50TEu7U

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Today is World Mental Health Day. Today serves as a good reminder to evaluate your own self-care. In order to care for others, you also need to make sure you are taking time to care for yourself. Take a few moments each day to reflect on how you are feeling and what makes you smile or improves your mood. Whether it is time outside, socializing with friends or family, thinking about past trips, planning your next adventure, or something else entirely, try to find more time each day to enjoy those positive thoughts and experiences.

Exploring the mind through meditation can nurture well-being. Here's how it works. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/betwee…

New #SPPS study reveals a two-way street between life satisfaction and social support in older adults. Boosting one can improve the other, creating a positive cycle. This insight could enhance interventions for better well-being in aging populations. 📖: ow.ly/HUaq50TFONo

Getting children involved in team sports not only allows for the benefit of physical exercise, but can also increase feelings of belonging, boost mood, improve social skills, increase resilience, and more. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/P…

There are many benefits to having a dog or other pet, including boosting mood and decreasing loneliness. For those who do not have their own dogs, visits from therapy dogs can also have a beneficial impact, which is why many schools and libraries offer therapy dog visits. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mi…

Do you know someone who's struggling with depression, low mood, or anhedonia? “Behavioral activation”—scheduling pleasant activities into daily life—can help. Here's how to get started. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mappin…