Positive Psychology

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What motivated the author to take the special topics class?

The class was a required course for psychology
The author was recommended by a professor to take the class
The author was interested in the field of positive psychology
The author needed an elective to fulfill degree requirements (correct)

What was one of the author's personal objectives for taking the class?

To focus on negative behavior
To prioritize and uncover one's own potential (correct)
To learn about the downsides of life
To study the field of psychology in general

What did the author learn about their progress in applying positive psychology?

It was a quick and easy process
It is not a linear process (correct)
It is impossible to apply positive psychology
It was a linear process

What has the author been able to do as a result of taking the class?

Identify their strengths to make the most of their circumstances (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way positive psychology differs from other fields?

It highlights the positives in life (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the author's life has changed since taking the class?

Their appreciation for their circumstances (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of positive psychology analysis?

Examining optimism and its effects (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Compton et al. (2020), what is a common trait among individuals who struggle with growing their sense of self-worth?

They use their lack of success in life to define themselves (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of learned optimism?

It is a habit that can be trained and learned (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite of optimism, as described in the text?

Pessimism (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of having an optimistic mindset, according to the text?

It increases the likelihood of positive outcomes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's suggestion for reaching subjective well-being?

Placing importance on improvement and growth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major reason why having more money may not necessarily lead to long-term happiness?

The hedonic treadmill (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of physical exercise for the author?

Reducing muscle tension and improving self-criticism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common experience for the author when taking self-care walks?

Focusing on the sensation of every step on the ground (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's typical attitude towards themselves?

Overly critical and self-doubting (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of positive psychology that the author has found helpful?

Practicing self-compassion and mindfulness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a life-changing event that money cannot resolve, according to the author?

The death of a family member (A) Signup and view all the answers

What motivates the author to think that happiness can be bought?

Their personal experiences with poverty (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the author's family background influence their thoughts on money and happiness?

Their family's arguments over money have made them anxious (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the author believe is more important than money in achieving happiness?

Having the resources to handle life's challenges (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's attitude towards winning millions of dollars?

They think it would make them the happiest person on the planet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's perspective on the relationship between money and happiness?

Money is not directly related to happiness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's motivation for studying psychology?

To overcome their guilt about pursuing a degree (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the author's realizations about their life?

They undervalue some of the things they have (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's goal in terms of their future?

To concentrate on the things that are most meaningful to them (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's struggle with the hedonic treadmill?

They always want more things in their life (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is something the author wants to do more of?

Use more acts of kindness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is important to the author's sense of fulfillment?

Reaching goals that are currently attainable (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the author learn to identify in themselves?

Their intrinsic and extrinsic motivations (D) Signup and view all the answers