World renowned researcher Dr. Barbara Fredrickson gives you the lab-tested tools necessary to create a healthier, more vibrant, and flourishing life through a process she calls "the upward spiral." You'll discover: -What positivity is, and why it needs to be heartfelt to be effective - The ten sometimes surprising forms of positivity - Why positivity is more important than happiness - How positivity can enhance relationships, work, and health, and how it relieves depression, broadens minds, and builds lives - The top-notch research that backs the 3-to-1 "positivity ratio" as a key tipping point - That your own sources of positivity are unique and how to tap into them - How to calculate your current positivity ratio, track it, and improve it With Positivity , you'll learn to see new possibilities, bounce back from setbacks, connect with others, and become the best version of yourself. From the Hardcover edition.