Life transitions shake our identity, leaving us questioning who we are. Narrative therapy suggests we understand ourselves through stories, which can become limiting. Positive psychology helps reframe these narratives with self-compassion. 

Re-authoring means examining old labels, recognizing our strengths and values, and building a truer identity. Rather than forced positivity, it's about broadening your perspective. Start small: reflect on what matters, identify when you've contradicted limiting beliefs, and take intentional steps toward your authentic story. 

Authenticity isn’t about rigidly “being yourself”; it’s about knowing your values, what gives life meaning, and choosing how to show up. We contain many selves, and adapting to different roles can still be authentic when it’s conscious and aligned with our core identity. 

Authenticity supports well-being, confidence, and healthy relationships, but masking to fit in can be costly. Building authenticity starts with clarifying values, increasing self-awareness, and embracing the discomfort that often comes with genuine growth. 

Things that drive their interests. What are Strengths? It is a strength based approach; discovering your strengths and doing more activities that use them. In fact they will closely align with your values. 

They make you feel like you! Some strengths might seem more relevant to your work and others more to your social life, but actually you can approach most activities using your key strengths. Can you think of ways to put your strengths to work to achieve your goals?

I have previously covered Working with your Intentions, and also Meeting your Inner Vulnerability. Context matters, as does your individual preferences. Of course, there are many more ways to build habits that help you keep perspective and manage your emotional responses that are not listed in the PAFD. 

My research found that other people only account for some of what is important for people to feel connected and well. Focused Attention/Mindful Activity. It is good for your mood too.

After her daughter fell ill with a virus, a mother trusted her intuition and rushed to A&E when the child couldn’t keep fluids down and became lethargic. Her daughter was diagnosed with Ketotic Hypoglycaemia, requiring overnight hospitalization and IV fluids.

 The nurse praised the mother’s quick action, saying delayed treatment could have had serious consequences. The experience taught her about mental toughness in parenting, demonstrating how mothers find strength during adversity while navigating uncertainty and fear to protect their children.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Positive psychology, initially focused on flourishing, now frequently helps people manage high levels of stress and anxiety. Stress is a response to external pressures, while anxiety is an internal state of apprehension; chronic instances negatively impact health. 

Positive psychology provides evidence-based strategies like mindfulness, focusing on positive emotions, setting boundaries, maintaining social connections, and physical activity. These techniques build resilience and teach practical skills to manage stress, regain balance, and consciously shift from stress to calm, improving overall wellbeing.