Psychological Health...

Well-being

How well someone is doing in life overall.

Subjective well-being

How someone personally evaluates their life.

Psychological well-being

Positive mental traits and healthy relationships.

Emotional well-being

Having more positive moods and coping with challenges.

Psychological health

Made up of emotional health + mental health.

Emotional health

Feelings, moods, and emotional expression.

Mental health

Ability to think logically, perceive reality, and handle challenges.

Self-actualization

Reaching your highest level of growth.

Abraham Maslow

Created the hierarchy of needs.

Traits of self-actualized people

Creativity, independence, realism, and acceptance.

Positive psychology

Focusing on strengths and building a meaningful life.

Self-compassion

Being kind to yourself after mistakes.

Self-acceptance

Taking responsibility without self-punishment.

Self-esteem

Belief and pride in yourself.

Emotional intelligence (EQ)

Ability to understand and manage emotions.

Genetic happiness

About 50% of happiness is genetic.

Remaining happiness influences

Thoughts, behaviors, and environment.

Three keys to happiness

Relationships, environment, and activities.

Optimism

Expecting positive outcomes.

Optimists view negative events

As temporary or isolated.

Reframing

Changing how you think about a situation positively.

Internal locus of control

Belief you control your life.

External locus of control

Belief outside forces control your life.

Assertiveness

Clearly expressing your needs while respecting others.

Assertive vs Aggressive

Assertive = win-win; Aggressive = 'I win.'

Spirituality

Sense of purpose, values, and meaning.

Religiosity

Practicing a religion.

Benefits of religion

Less stress, better coping, longer life.

Recommended sleep duration

At least 7–9 hours (minimum ~7.5).

Effects of lack of sleep

Poor performance, illness, irritability.

Improving sleep

Keep consistent sleep and wake times.

Mood

A lasting emotional state.

Healthy mood management

Identify the problem and take action.

Autonomy

Independence and self-control.