Christopher Peterson, PhD, is one of the founding fathers of positive psychology and among the world’s 100 most frequently cited psychologists in the past 20 years for his research in optimism, health, character, and well-being. Dr. Peterson was an award-winning teacher and a professor of psychology and organizational studies at the University of Michigan, where he also was the co-director of the Michigan Positive Psychology Center.
Positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. It encompasses positive experiences, traits, relationships, and institutions and involves a variety of practical strategies for enhancing well-being. Christopher Peterson, PhD, provides an overview of positive psychology and practical strategies on reframing the negative, sustaining motivation by creating flow, setting goals that work, reformulating a "gym" as a social setting, and taking care of your own psychological business to be a better fitness professional.
Webinar Objectives
- Present an overview of positive psychology.
- Identify what is not positive psychology.
- Summarize the psychology of behavior change.
- Explain aspects of positive psychology, including positive experiences, traits, and relationships.
- Apply practical strategies from positive psychology to enhance the well-being of your clients.
There are no continuing education credits attached to this webinar. For questions, visit www.HumanKinetics.com/WebinarFAQs.
"I am starting my own fitness consulting business, and the perspective of positive psychology is extremely helpful in learning to connect in the most effective way for my clients. This course also used great vocabulary. I loved the word ‘thrive.’ I’ve heard it before but I will use it more now to describe a true state of positive thinking."
S. Grizzle—Dallas, TX
"I feel reaffirmed that what I am already practicing is scientifically sound."
J. Laukien—Jupiter, FL
"I wish I attended the live webinar because I was surprised there were no questions posed to Dr. Peterson, who was a font of information!"
L. Abramson—Lake Oswego, OR
"Refreshed my knowledge of Seligman’s work and Peterson’s clear perspective on how to use one’s strengths to overcome one’s weaknesses, working in tandem, so to speak."
L. Abramson—Lake Oswego, OR
"As a personal trainer, useful information to remember the positive elements for changing behavior."
L. Abramson—Lake Oswego, OR
"The material can be used in the health care field daily to help provide accurate information to the participants we speak with."
G. Berry—Washington, IN
