We are lifelong learners at Proof Positive, and this summer, we invite you to #LeanIntoLearning with us. We love the happy vibes these books give! Plus, they are a fun introduction to Positive Psychology concepts and ideas. So sit back, relax, and boost your wellbeing with one of these reads. Book Recommendation #1: Thanks!: How…
People matter, and we know it takes a community to create a world where wellbeing wins for all. Proof Positive launched its inaugural Learning Institute in Princeton, New Jersey this summer – a big step towards expanding the Autism Wellbeing Alliance and creating a world where flourishing with autism is possible. Leaders in autism intervention…
It’s the first day of summer— a time to rest, reset, and focus on wellbeing, especially for teachers. Though you may not be quite done with school yet, the hope of a few weeks of vacation on the horizon can boost your mood and provide hope. For some teachers and administrators, it’s barely enough time…
“Positive psychology is the scientific study of human strengths and virtues. The study of what constitutes the pleasant life, the engaged life, and the meaningful life.” – Dr. Martin Seligman According to an article by the American Psychological Association, children’s mental health is in crisis in the US, with rates of depression, anxiety, and…
“Be grateful for what you have” is a saying that may pop into your head during trying times. However, as a teacher bombarded with papers to grade and IEPs to write, or when you go to work feeling ill because the sub plans are too much of a burden, it can be difficult to come…
Wellbeing is a topic that can benefit everyone. Whether you’re an educator in a school setting, parenting a teen with a disability, or a healthcare provider, learning wellbeing skills can immediately enhance your outlook on life. Professional conferences like the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) Autism Conference are a great place to spread the…
The words “strengths-based” have long been used in social services and education. But how do we learn to identify our personal strengths and the strengths of our students? How can learning what’s right with us promote wellbeing? The field of Positive Psychology has engaged in decades of work classifying and creating assessments to identify 24…
“Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy shall form an invincible host against difficulties.” — Helen Keller Hellen Keller was a wise woman determined to stay happy despite many difficulties in her life, including loss of vision, hearing, and speech. Early on, she learned that we must create…
Proof Positive’s mission is to spread the science and skills of happiness. We encourage you to visit our Skills Center and join us in implementing effective practices to improve your wellbeing. We are committed to promoting effective, evidence-informed wellbeing practices. This brings us to the second aspect of our mission – science. We promote evidence-informed practices…
Proof Positive has been so privileged to work with The EPIC school. The hardworking educators and students on the school campus work with the Proof Positive team to develop and refine the skills of happiness that, when practiced, make a positive difference in the lives of autistic individuals and those who love them. Together EPIC…