Proof Positive is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to improving the wellbeing of autistic people and their families, providers and communities.
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming webinar, “Practical Ways to Integrate Wellbeing into Special Education for Teachers and Students,” hosted by the Organization for Autism Research. Here are the webinar details: 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT Registration is simple and free! To reserve your spot and…
Happy March from Proof Positive! We’re starting the month off strong with a new bundle in preparation for the International Day of Happiness celebrations on March 20. We hope you’ll celebrate the big day with us! In the meantime, you can: Download and print the What Kind of Happy Are You? activity for your staff…
Autism wellbeing nonprofit provides free, science-informed positive psychology resources to advance a more inclusive movement for happiness New York, March 6, 2024 – March 20 isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s the International Day of Happiness, a United Nations-led global movement promoting happiness and wellbeing for all. To celebrate, Proof Positive, a nonprofit…
Julie Miller is the clinical director and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Insight Behavior Partnership in Denver, Colorado, a group that provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for people with autism and other developmental disorders. Insight Behavior is part of Proof Positive’s Autism Wellbeing Alliance, a community dedicated to enhancing wellbeing outcomes for autistic…
Whether it’s a small achievement at work or a personal milestone, the act of sharing good news is a common part of human interaction. While most of us might not think twice about how we respond to such news, it’s crucial to consider that our responses can significantly impact our relationships and overall wellbeing. During…
On World Kindness Day, people around the world are encouraged to be kind to themselves, others, and the world. It’s a day to celebrate the small yet transformative acts that make the world a better place. The Benefits of Kindness Not only does kindness benefit the social good, but research shows that kindness has the…
This Veterans Day, Proof Positive is shining a light on the Army’s approach to wellbeing for all their troops. It’s a proud example of scaling the science and skills of happiness to our nation’s service members and veterans. Proof Positive hopes systems like schools and social service organizations can learn from this large-scale adoption about…
We missed you at the webinar, Flourishing With Autism: The Case for Positive Psychology! We appreciate that schedules can get busy—the good news is you can still delve deeper into the science behind autism and positive psychology by watching the recording of the conversation. You’ll hear from the people behind our recently released white paper…
Start learning and spreading the skills of happiness at home with these six easy and fun activities in our free Happiness at Home Bundle! With fall parent-teacher conferences and IEP meeting preparation underway, educators are working hard to compile student data and materials to share with parents, families, and home program providers. Many ask, “How…
We’ve given you tips for Strength Spotting in your classroom. Now, will you indulge us with another fun strength spotting exercise? While our favorite book characters may be fictional, they exhibit virtues, emotions, and strengths that teach us life lessons. This PBS Education article on the idea of windows and mirrors helps us understand the…
