The Benefits of Positive Psychology with Dr. Liana Lianov

What if there was a science of happiness? "Positive emotions increase prosocial behavior, so it's important for public health as well." - Dr. Liana LianovDr. Liana Lianov is the Global Positive Health Institute founder and a leading expert in positive psychology and lifestyle medicine. She is passionate about this topic because she believes that positive emotions and healthy behaviors go hand in hand. Our brains are wired to look for the negative, but if we can find ways to focus on the positive, it will help us be happier and healthier. Dr. Lianov encourages everyone to experiment with different positive psychology activities and find what works best for them.In this episode you will learn: 1. The science of positive psychology is broad and multilevel, looking at every aspect of our lives that contributes to happiness and also contributes to our health.2. A new field within healthcare called positive health is combining traditional health factors with positive activities like acts of kindness, gratitude, and social connections for a state of well-being.3. The Global Positive Health Institute is promoting positive psychology and lifestyle medicine in the healthcare system to help doctors improve their communication skills and connect with their patients more.Resources:Positivehealth.worldInstagramFacebookLinkedinYoutubeConnect with Corey:LinkedinInstagram**My City My Health Conference 2022**In PersonAdvertising inquiries: [email protected] the show ★ Support this podcast ★