It has long been known that movement is good for our physical health. But did you know that movement is also essential to our happiness? We’re excited to introduce our newest skill, Movement for Happiness. This skill is all about engaging in regular physical activity that brings you joy, helping you to enhance your overall…
Happiness is a universal right. Yet, for many, it remains an elusive concept—something often overlooked and seemingly difficult to achieve. The reality is that happiness isn’t being realized for far too many people, especially autistic people. But what if we told you that happiness could be learned? What if there were practical, proven skills that…
Free Resources from Leading Autism Nonprofit Proof Positive New York, August 23, 2024 – As the new school year approaches, Proof Positive, a leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting autism wellbeing, offers free resources to help educators, students, and caregivers foster happiness and success in the classroom. In light of issues with educator retention and recruitment,…
As the new school year approaches, teachers are busy planning and preparing lesson plans, setting up their classrooms, solidifying schedules, and more. During this time, it’s essential to keep wellbeing – both for teachers themselves and their students – top of mind. And, starting the school year with a focus on wellbeing can set a…
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Paige Raetz, PhD., BCBA-D, has joined the Proof Positive Autism Wellbeing Alliance as the Vice President of Implementation and Dissemination. With her extensive background and dedication to enhancing autism services, Paige brings invaluable expertise and a compassionate spirit to our team. Proof Positive’s communications team had a chance…
In the movie Inside Out, we learn alongside Riley and her complex emotions – Joy, Anger, Fear, Disgust, and Sadness – as she navigates significant changes in her life. Now, with the highly anticipated release of Inside Out 2, we see even more complex emotions added into the mix – Anxiety, Ennui, Envy, and Embarrassment…
At Proof Positive, we believe in the power of movies to teach and inspire, especially when it comes to important topics like navigating emotions, social-emotional learning (SEL), and wellbeing skills. In addition to our Inside Out Edition, we have a new Movie Guide on the Side – designed for teachers and families to use alongside…
Remember Justin and Ryan, the brothers with autism who are Disney experts? We chatted with them and their mom, Theresa, to gather their thoughts on Inside Out 2 and Proof Positive’s Movie Guide on the Side. Watch their video to see how they liked Inside Out 2! Justin and Ryan told us they still have…
Disney movies have long been a source of joy and inspiration for many, but for families navigating the world of autism, these beloved films can be much more—they can be a bridge to understanding and connection. Theresa Forthofer shared how Disney has played a pivotal role in her family’s wellbeing, particularly for her two sons,…
Ryan, 31, and Justin, 24, are brothers with autism, avid movie-watchers, and Disney experts. They know everything about Disney’s history, the origins of Mickey Mouse, and the best attractions at Disney World (they have different Disney t-shirts to go with each park they visit). In appreciation of Disney and Pixar’s movie Inside Out, Proof Positive…