Barbara Frederickson, the world-renowned researcher and positive psychologist, identifies 10 qualities of positivity that show up most often in people’s lives. Though there may be other ones as well, these ten are the ones most often cited and researched by psychologists.
- Joy
- Gratitude
- Serenity
- Hope
- Interest
- Pride
- Amusement
- Inspiration
- Awe
- Love
Right now is an ideal time to take a personal - emotional inventory. Ask yourself these types of questions: Do I have all ten in my life? If not, how many show up in my life regularly? What steps could I take to increase my positivity quotient?