“Sometimes there’s a critique of sort of positive psychology that says, this is very individualistic, it’s just about making people feel better. And I would stand with you guys really in the sense of saying, ‘No, I actually think this is an issue that is for society. It’s for a culture, it’s much wider.’”
-Dr. Roger Bretherton on how the intentional use of character strengths ripples out to make positive change
Discover the transformative power of character strengths with insights from Dr. Roger Bretherton, renowned for his expertise in clinical psychology and the cultivation of virtues. In this compelling discussion, Dr. Bretherton reveals strategies to shift from focusing solely on deficits to embracing and enhancing personal strengths. Explore practical tips for developing and utilizing character strengths effectively in everyday life, including innovative techniques like strength priming and positive discussions of others’ strengths. Join us to uncover how these approaches not only impact us as individuals but also foster positive change within our communities.
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Episode Resources
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This episode made possible with generous support from the Cynthia & Harold Guttman Family. Find all the content in the Guttman Family Center for Storytelling here Cynthia & Harold Guttman Family Center for Storytelling – The Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center (holocaustandhumanity.org)
Find out more about Dr. Bretherton https://staff.lincoln.ac.uk/rbretherton
https://www.viacharacter.org/topics/articles/roger-bretherton-and-authentic-insight
