It's not always what happens to us that matters — it's how we react to it. People often make the mistake of trying to find happiness only in positive moments, neglecting the difficulties that can be the basis of our development. How can the ideas of positive psychology help us build a more harmonious life? As NewDay reports with reference to Psychology Today, the answers to this question turn out to be deeper than you might imagine, and it is important to consider both happy and difficult moments.
When it comes to post-traumatic growth, it is important to understand that it is not only suffering that helps a person develop. We often forget about positive emotions and experiences that can also be important for our personal development. For example, joyful moments when we feel at our best can also lead to important changes in our personality if we are able to find meaning in these events. After all, post-ecstatic growth also exists, but many people tend to overlook its importance in their lives. It is worth paying attention to the lessons we learn during such periods of joy and how these lessons can help improve our well-being.
When it comes to resilience, it’s important to understand that it’s not universal or permanent. For example, each of us has our own unique resources that can help us overcome challenges. Some people find strength in family relationships, others in friends or hobbies. However, it’s important to remember that resilience is not just a personal achievement. It’s more about the ability to find external support, to ask for help when needed. As one classic story about Cinderella says, even she was able to cope thanks to the help of her fairy godmother, and not just because of her own characteristics. When you feel exhausted, don’t be afraid to reach out to loved ones or those who can provide you with the necessary resources to recover.
No less important for harmony is taking care of your body. It seems that we all know how important it is to take care of our physical shape. However, very often we forget that a healthy lifestyle can directly affect our psyche. Proper nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate rest can be the foundation on which our mental health is built. We often look for problems where there are none, trying to solve psychological difficulties when we simply need to make small adjustments to our physical condition. And this is where research comes to the rescue, showing that physical exercise can be as effective in combating depression as medication. Therefore, it is important not to forget that taking care of your body is the foundation on which strong mental health is formed.
Recall that we previously wrote about how to effectively cope with anger.
