Exploring Positive Psychology and How to Apply It to Our Daily Life NEW

Dates: 4/8/2026-5/13/2026

Time: Wednesday, 12:45 - 2:05 PM

Location: Mahler Museum 118 E. Bridge St. Berea, OH 44017

Room: TBD

Instructor: William Bailey

Class #S26-30

Positive psychology is the study of the factors that enable individuals and communities to thrive. Historically, psychology's focus has been on mental illness and personal dysfunction.  Positive psychology emerged in the 1990s and it emphasizes human strengths, virtues and the conditions that lead to a fulfilling and meaningful life. This class will use techniques like values examination, gratitude, resilience building, meaningful engagement and social connection. The key tools such as life review, goal setting, cognitive vitality and general health strategies will guide us in making the most of our later life, shifting focus from decline to growth. A shared goal of the class will be to explore how we foster flourishing within ourselves and our communities.

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William Bailey

Bill received a B.A. and M.A. in History and Ph.D. in Family Financial Planning from Texas Tech University and an M.Th. from SMU. He has previously taught this class at Cuyahoga Community College in its Encore program and at ILR-East. His professional teaching career spans more than 40 years. During this time, he has taught students from elementary school to medical school. He served on the faculty of several universities - the University of Wyoming and IUPUI (Indiana U./Purdue U.) and for more than 20 years at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. He and his extended family moved to Rocky River in 2018.