“Don’t worry, be happy!” sang Bobby McFerrin. Research shows that a positive disposition can result in better decision-making, increased creativity, more effective problem-solving and improved relationships. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Umatter bit.ly/2XF1hjX

Positive and Negative Emotions Psychologist Barbara Fredrickson’s research has led to her Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions. According to the theory, positive emotions expand our thinking and behavior. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Umatter bit.ly/2ZK6F7R

Scholars have settled upon six emotions that seem to be universal: anger, fear, sadness, happiness, disgust, and surprise. How many other words can you think of to describe these same emotions? #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Umatter bit.ly/3c1cbFF

There is a tight connection between our needs – or, in the long term, our goals – and our emotions. When we cannot satisfy our needs, our emotions shift toward the negative. When we do get what we need, our emotions will be more positive. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Umatter