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How to Celebrate the International Day of Happiness on March 20

EventsMarch 4, 2025

On March 20, millions worldwide will celebrate the International Day of Happiness, a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the fundamental importance of happiness. At Proof Positive, we believe everyone deserves happiness.…

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It is February, Love and Dating is on Everyone’s Mind

POVFebruary 14, 2025

I loved being a high school teacher. Early in my career, I spent several years teaching in autism support classrooms in Northern California. It was a gift to see my students emerge…

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How Easterseals is Fostering Wellness Through Positive Psychology

In the NewsJanuary 28, 2025

Jessica Miller is the Vice President of Therapy Services at Easterseals Southern California, where she empowers individuals with disabilities to be full and equal participants in society through comprehensive programs and advocacy initiatives. She is also…

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How to Kick Off the New Year with Happy Habits

Skills of HappinessJanuary 10, 2025

Happy New Year from Proof Positive! As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect moment to prioritize wellbeing—not just for yourself but for everyone around you. Whether you’re part of…

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Wellbeing is a Universal Right: Advancing Wellbeing in the Autism Community in 2025 and Beyond

In the NewsDecember 9, 2024

Wellbeing is a right, not a privilege.  At Proof Positive, this belief drives our work every day. We believe wellbeing is a fundamental human right to which every human should have access.…

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Finding Myself: A Behavior Analyst’s Journey into Positive Psychology and Learning to Thrive

POVNovember 14, 2024

When I was young, I was a kick. I was known for making people laugh. I could often be seen writing “smile” on the whiteboard in each of my classes. I wore…

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Proof Positive Joins CASP to Advance Autism Wellbeing

In the NewsNovember 8, 2024

Proof Positive is thrilled to announce that we are officially an Allied Affiliate member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP), a network dedicated to supporting autism service organizations and advancing…

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How to Kickstart Kindness in the Classroom on World Kindness Day

SkillsNovember 7, 2024

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…

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Proof Positive: Autism Wellbeing Alliance

Spreading the science & skills of happiness tp the autism community. Join the Autism Wellbeing Alliance to help build a world where wellbeing wins.

People already agree wellbeing matters. But there is still a gap in how it’s supported.Our findings from the Autism Wellbeing Survey reveal that while wellbeing is consistently prioritized across all respondent groups, it is not yet fully reflected in how support is measured or implemented in practice.This gap matters. When wellbeing is the priority, it requires tools, systems, and approaches that make it visible and actionable.The Autism Wellbeing Survey explores what this means for the future of autism support and how we move toward a more wellbeing-focused approach.Read the full report: bit.ly/4w6OMfo#AutismWellbeingSurvey #ProofPositive #PositivePsychology #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth... See MoreSee Less

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We love seeing this perspective shared! 🧡Conversations like this reflect what the Autism Wellbeing Survey continues to surface: the importance of centering wellbeing in autism support and services.Read the full report here: bit.ly/4vvscxt... See MoreSee Less

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This week is World Wellbeing Week. To mark it, we shared something important: The Autism Wellbeing Survey.The research confirms something many autistic individuals, families, educators, and providers have long recognized: wellbeing matters.Not as an extra, but a core part of what supports learning, connection, engagement, and flourishing.As we continue sharing insights from the report this week, we hope it sparks deeper thinking about what meaningful support can look like.Where do we need to focus first to close the gap?#WorldWellbeingWeek #autismwellbeingsurvey #positivepsychology #neurodiversity... See MoreSee Less

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We are so excited to finally share the Autism Wellbeing Survey with our partners, families, friends, advocates, and the broader autism community!The findings reveal both a significant opportunity and an urgent challenge.Across every stakeholder group, wellbeing emerged as the top priority for autistic individuals. Yet many still experience a significant gap between the intention to prioritize wellbeing and their lived experience.The message is clear: the autism community is ready for a more human-centered, wellbeing-focused approach.As you explore the report, we’d love to hear from you:If wellbeing is the top priority, what needs to change?A) better measurement of wellbeingB) more awareness of positive psychology and its benefitsC) wellbeing built into educator and provider practicesTogether, we can ensure flourishing is the only acceptable outcome.Read the full report here: bit.ly/4vvscxt#AutismWellbeingSurvey #ProofPositive #PositivePsychology #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth... See MoreSee Less

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