Meaning & Valued Living
With increasing rates of depression, substance misuse, suicide, divorce, and burnout around the world, feelings of isolation and meaninglessness are more pervasive than ever. This masterclass covers the complex construct of meaning. More specifically, it begins by addressing the problem of defining meaning, different types of meaning, and ways to increase meaning in life. After covering the concept of meaning, the inherent link between values and meaning is introduced. We discuss the definition of values, the importance of paying attention to values, beliefs about values, different types of motivation underlying values, and ways to promote value-congruent behavior.
The Science of Self-Acceptance
Countless people are suffering from low self-esteem. Tormented by feelings of low self-worth and negative self-talk, they enter the search for self-esteem. And yet, this very search is one of the greatest threats to wellbeing. The ongoing attempt to convince ourselves that we are worthy inevitably sets the stage for failure. We simply cannot always live up to the standards that make up high self-esteem. Research findings consistently show that there is a far healthier alternative to self-esteem: self-acceptance. This masterclass will help you support your clients to successfully build a healthy relationship with themselves, by increasing self-acceptance and building self-compassion.