Growth

What makes plants flourish? Most of us may answer water, warmth, and light.

Do aquatic plants grow in a similar manner? Yes, and no. Some of them thrive amid the type of cold darkness that can only be found in polar nights.

During our lives, we human beings will at times face the unforgiving rigor of grief, loss, or pain.

An optimistic mindset can help us not only view these as temporary challenges – during which, like dark winter, we look forward to warmer days; but also, as opportunities to overcome adversity and cultivate growth.

An article published in the Journal of Positive Psychology provides thought-provoking insights into post-traumatic growth.