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Three Truths About Happiness

NewsSeptember 4, 2024

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…

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Back-to-School Wellbeing Tips for Educators and Students with Autism

Press Releases, NewsAugust 23, 2024

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…

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5 Wellbeing Tips from Educators for Back-to-School

NewsAugust 14, 2024

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…

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Reflections from Proof Positive’s Second Annual Learning Institute 

Proof Positive EventsJuly 31, 2024

Last summer, Paige Raetz, PhD., BCBA-D, joined Proof Positive’s Inaugural Learning Institute as a participant and representative of Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC). Now, one year later, she joined Proof…

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Empowering Abilities:  Easterseals Southern California’s Strengths-Based Approach

Impact StoriesJuly 23, 2024

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…

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Welcome Paige Raetz to the Proof Positive Team!

NewsJuly 15, 2024

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…

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ICYMI: Inside Out Webinar Learnings and Recording 

NewsJuly 11, 2024

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…

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Explore Wellbeing with Proof Positive’s Movie Guide on the Side

NewsJuly 10, 2024

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…

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Tonight we gather for an important conversation about autism, wellbeing, resilience, and connection with special guest Dr. Robert Naseef.If you’ve been craving:✔ hopeful conversation✔ meaningful community✔ practical insight✔ a reminder that wellbeing matters too…this space is for you. We hope you’ll join us.Register now: ow.ly/gmlg50Z79XM#Autism #Wellbeing #PositivePsychology #Neurodiversity #Community... See MoreSee Less

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Friendship is more than social interaction.It’s belonging.Safety.Shared joy.Connection.At Proof Positive, we believe relationships are a critical part of wellbeing — for everyone.Today, we’re celebrating the friends, siblings, classmates, coworkers, mentors, and community members who help people feel seen and valued.Because flourishing doesn’t happen alone.💙 Tag someone who makes your life better.#NationalBestFriendsDay #Autism #Wellbeing #PositivePsychology #Neurodiversity #Friendship... See MoreSee Less

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For decades, success in autism services has often been defined by external outcomes:skills gained, behaviors reduced, benchmarks achieved.But there’s a larger conversation emerging.What does it actually mean to live a good life?What does flourishing look like for autistic individuals?What creates belonging? Connection? Hope? Meaning? Joy?At Proof Positive, we believe wellbeing deserves a central place in the future of autism support.This month, we’re preparing to launch our first-ever Autism Wellbeing Survey — an effort designed to elevate the voices, experiences, and priorities of the autism community.We believe this conversation matters.And we believe the future of autism support must include flourishing.Join the Autism Wellbeing Alliance and help create a world where wellbeing wins: ow.ly/S3Bx50Z5Nsi#Autism #PositivePsychology #Wellbeing #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #AutismAcceptance... See MoreSee Less

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For years, autism systems have asked: “How do we reduce challenges?”What if we also asked: “How do we increase wellbeing?”That shift changes everything.At Proof Positive, we believe the future of autism support includes:✔ wellbeing, first✔ positive psychology✔ flourishing✔ strengths-based approach✔ connection✔ happiness skillsAnd the autism community deserves to be part of the global wellbeing movement. Follow us to help create a world where wellbeing wins.#Autism #Wellbeing #PositivePsychology #Neurodiversity... See MoreSee Less

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