3
Watch the first part of the video and match the halves.
1
In traditional psychology, the main focus
a
focuses on what is right with you and how to make it even better.
2
Positive psychology
b
is explained by our genetics.
3
40 % of happiness
c
is on what’s wrong with you and how to fix it.
4
60 % of happiness
d
some social advantages.
5
Attractive people might have
e
a lot to our happiness.
6
Someone trying to become happier by focusing on their appearance
f
depends on us.
7
Internal beauty matters
g
is on the wrong path.
4
Watch the second part of the video and answer the questions.
Why do people in positive psychology research gratitude?
Why have people been asked to write a gratitude list?
What have people been asked to write in their gratitude list?
Did the happiness level increase when people wrote about the things they were
proud of?
What are the 3 most important tips on how to write a gratitude list?
Why is writing a gratitude list more than once a week ineffective?
5
Discuss the questions.
How do you think happiness is linked with
•
creativity?
•
beauty?
•
money?
What is internal beauty for you and how can it affect one’s happiness level?
What do you think Mark Holder wants to say with this saying? Do you agree with him?
Why or why not?
“Everything in moderation, even expressing gratitude.”