The Melissa Ambrosini Show 639: Positive Psychology Techniques That Can Change - & Save - Your Life | Niyc Pidgeon
Jan 28, 2025
Niyc Pidgeon, an award-winning positive psychologist and founder of Unstoppable Success, dives into powerful techniques to enhance mental well-being. She discusses the transformative power of gratitude and how psychological tools can unlock your potential. Niyc explores the critical role of supportive relationships during tough times and how to foster resilience in yourself and others. Learn about positive psychology's surprising differences from traditional approaches, and discover actionable steps to shift your mindset and support loved ones effectively.
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Career Pivot
- Nicola Pidgeon initially planned to study engineering and work in Formula One.
- A pivotal conversation about visualization during a gap year in Australia led her to switch to personal training and psychology.
Psychology vs. Positive Psychology
- Traditional psychology focuses on disorders and diseases, classifying mental health conditions based on symptoms.
- Positive psychology, developed in 2000, focuses on strengths and virtues, exploring how individuals and communities thrive.
Small Steps, Big Change
- Overcome the mindset block of assuming change takes a long time by focusing on small daily actions.
- These actions compound over time, leading to significant progress.
