Building: NE49-5000 (5th floor, L-Lab)

Presenter: Joan Klagsbrun, Ph.D.; Certifying Coordinator, Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapist and Focusing Trainer, The International Focusing Institute

Did you know that the average person requires five positive comments to cancel out just one negative? This type of negative thinking is not only common, but also serves as a roadblock to well-being. If you want to learn how to retrain your brain, join this interactive workshop.

Participants are not required to attend both sessions.

Part One: Pathways to Well-Being, Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

During this workshop, you will:

Review findings from research in positive psychology
Learn about the benefits of positive and mindful thinking for emotional and physical health
Define simple techniques to combat negativity bias and to enhance and deepen positivity

Part Two: Pathways to Joy, Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

During this workshop, you will:

Review the benefits and tenets of positive psychology
Explore and bring focus to experiences and aspects of your life that carry the most meaning and joy
Discuss approaches toward incorporating happiness and well-being practice into your regular routine

Presented in collaboration with MIT Medical and Community Wellness

Pathways to Happiness: Focusing on What Matters (A Two-Part Series)