12/26/2023
🌱 Embarking on a Mental Wellness Journey: The Garden Metaphor 🌿
Getting lots of questions about how Positive Psychology helps mental health, so let’s dive in! Today, let’s chat about “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗿” to describe the two different but equally important and complimenting approaches to care for our mental health:
🚜 Traditional Psychology: W**d Whacking for Mental Clarity
Think of traditional psychology as the gardener diligently removing mental weeds—challenges, traumas, and issues. Just like a pro gardener safeguards the crop, traditional psychology addresses and clears obstacles for a healthier mental landscape.
💪 Positive Psychology: Nurturing Flourishing Gardens
Now, positive psychology takes a hands-on, holistic approach, like a gardener ensuring top-notch conditions. It’s about providing tools for you to thrive—rich soil, abundant sunlight, and the perfect balance of mental nutrients.
🌈 Balancing Act: Your Unique Mental Garden with PERMAH+
You’re like a unique plant in the garden of life, needing your personalized care. Enter the PERMAH+ model – it’s your mental health toolkit, recognizing your need for a tailored blend of positive emotions, engagement, relationships, mindset, meaning, accomplishments, and health (yes, both physical & financial).
🌱 Cultivating Together: Your Mental Ecosystem
Let’s talk balance! Traditional and positive psychology work hand in hand. Finding that sweet spot between addressing challenges and embracing positivity creates a supportive mental ecosystem.
Share your thoughts on what makes your mental garden flourish! 🌷
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