Becoming happier - a great exercise for parents
The culture of Camp Quality has been inspired by many
professionals including Dr Martin Seligman, founder of
'positive psychology', a branch of psychology which focuses on the
empirical study of such things as positive emotions,
strengths-based character, and healthy institutions.
Dr Seligman's research has demonstrated that it is possible to
be happier - to feel more satisfied, to be more engaged with life,
find more meaning, have higher hopes, and probably even laugh and
smile more - regardless of one's circumstances.
The CQ team have found the signature strengths
test on Dr Martin Seligman website a useful tool in helping
build our own levels of optimism.
Many of our families, volunteers and partners have also found it
life changing.
To do the test visit http://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/Default.aspx