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All things are difficult before they are easy My journey into a career transition using positive psychology tools
The Positive Psychology People
The Positive Psychology People
All things are difficult before they are easy My journey into a career transition using positive psychology tools
Dec 09, 2024
Lisa Jones
Embarking on a career transition post-Ph.D., I'm filled with anxiety about the unknown, relying on Thomas Fuller’s adage for comfort. Positive psychology is my guide through this transition. Instead of setting SMART goals, I've created a visual 'Best Possible Self' representation to visualize my future researcher self. Literature reveals fragmented data on successful job transitions, often pathologizing changes. Yet, embracing change and leveraging positive psychology can transform anxiety into a constructive journey.
