| Status: | Active, open to new members |
| Leader: | |
| When: | Monthly on Wednesday afternoons 13:30-15:00 3rd Wednesday. |
| Venue: | Room A / The Armstrong Room, Adamson House |
| Cost: | £2 including refreshments. |
Group name: Positive Psychology 2 : The Science of Happiness.
Group aims: we will meet, learn about and consider various theories and practices concerned with how we can improve our happiness and wellbeing.
Not to be confused with "Positive Thinking" , Positive Psychology is a sub-field of Psychological Science. Advice is not anecdotal, evidence of effectiveness will be obtained by looking at findings of modern scientific research
No previous knowledge is required.
Q: Are you interested in using your energy to build strengths instead of repairing weaknesses?
Q: What would your life look like if you had a scientifically proven toolkit to help deal with stress and build resilience?
Q: Are you interesting in developing strategies to improve your own level of happiness?
This group is open to anyone interested in exploring these questions (and many more).
We draw upon a range of sources both ancient and modern, presented in a way that is accessible to all. We draw from a variety of resources, including online materials, short video presentations, references to theoretical studies and of course the experiences of group members. There will be lots of discussion within a safe, respectful and caring group.
Group meetings: Monthly in-person meetings in our Newcastle u3a meeting room 3 - now a relaxing, welcoming space with comfortable armchairs and an informal layout, which is the perfect environment for this group.
More information: Please contact our Group Leader, Elaine Courtney, by email above.