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Charles R. Snyder

Charles Snyder

American psychologist who specialized in positive psychology.

Charles Richard “Rick” Snyder was an American psychologist who specialized in positive psychology. He was a Wright Distinguished Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Kansas and editor of the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology. Snyder was internationally known for his work at the interface of clinical, social, personality and health psychology. His theories pertained to how people react to personal feedback, the human need for uniqueness, the ubiquitous drive to excuse transgressions and, most recently, the hope motive.

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The Psychology of Hope

You Can Get There from Here

by Charles R. Snyder

Rick Snyder was the founder of research into the science of hope. And, he was one of the pioneers of the positive psychology movement. In fact, he literally wrote the textbook on “Positive Psychology.” Big Ideas we explore include the three components of hope (goals + willpower + way power), the portrait of a high-hope person, how to create the right goals, remembering you WILL face obstacles, the power of multiple pathways and being a time traveler making a difference.

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Antifragility & Goals

confidence goals Hope positive-psychology

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The Psychology of Hope
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Goals + Willpower + Waypower

Rick Snyder was the founder of research into the science of hope. And, he was one of the pioneers of the positive psychology movement. In fact, he literally wrote the textbook on “Positive Psychology.” He documented just how important hope is to our overall well-being and tells us that ther...

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Confidence & Goals

Hope Mental Toughness persistence science soul Spirit Strategy

Nietzsche’s Formula for Happiness
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And: Hope and Goals, Science of

As you know, I’m a huge fan of the science of Optimizing. (Ancient wisdom + modern science + practical tools, baby! 🙂) Today I’d like to chat about one of my favorite topics: The Science of Hope and Goals. Note: We’ve already explored some of the wisdom from the main researcher ...

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Conquering Depression & Goals

conquering-depression focus goals Happiness Hope Mind wildly-important-goals

Super-Quick Hope Building Tip
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How Have You Rocked It Lately?

In our last +1, we talked about the importance of goals as they relate to having high hope. In short, we can’t be hopeful without goals. We’ve gotta see a better future and take the time to aim our attention arrows by setting some clear, challenging, and doable goals. Of course,

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Confidence & Goals

confidence goals Happiness Hope Mind optimism wildly-important-goals