​Positive psychology is the scientific study of what enables individuals, families, groups and communities to thrive.

Positive psychologists study things like gratitude, hope, curiosity, resilience, imagination and optimal experiences. If you want to know more have a look at this organisation set up by the founder of positive psychology, Martin Seligman at the University of Pennsylvania: Positive Psychology Center.

I think we can make use of positive psychology in enhancing our experience of rowing and our performance.   If you want to know more about the application of positive psychology to sport generally have a look at these links:

BELIEVEPERFORM
Sports and the Mind

The video is a TED talk by Martin Seligman. ​

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