Feeling Positive is based on the key findings from the field of Positive Psychology. Although still early in its history, the field of Positive Psychology has a lot to offer caregivers who want to optimize the development of their children. Martin Seligman, the father of Positive Psychology challenged the field of Psychology to transcend the focus on deficits to turn to discovery of the cause of happiness and character strengths. The classification system of character strengths that Seligman and Peterson developed included 1) Strengths of wisdom and knowledge; 2) Strengths of courage; 3) Strengths of humanity; 4) Strengths of temperance; and 5) Strengths of transcendence. In this CD we have taken strengths from each of these categories that appear to emerge in early childhood and have developed musical strategies for parents and teachers to encourage these character strengths at home and in the classroom.

• Strengths of wisdom and knowledge: Creativity; Curiosity
• Strengths of courage: Persistence
• Strengths of humanity: Kindness
• Strengths of temperance: Self-regulation
• Strengths of transcendence: Gratitude; Hope

Some tracks are “Self-talk” songs that help a child to internalize positive statements and beliefs about themselves, other people, and the world in general. Other songs are “Experiential songs” that allow the child to experience and practice the positive skills we want them to learn. Finally, there are “Story songs” that help the child understand another’s perspective, a key skill in the emergence of empathy.

The lyrics convey important messages form positive psychology and the rich music orchestrates experiences of “positivity” for parents and children alike. We trust that these songs will be important sources of learning and enjoyment for all.

Feeling Positive Song List:
Click on each song below to hear a preview of the song. Songs can also be individually downloaded as well.

1) Feeling Positive
2) The Weather Inside is Fine
3) O-P-T-I-M-I-S-T-I-C
4) Penelope and Mack
5) Bad — Good (Let’s Rock)
6) The Sun Will Rise and Set
7) Things Are Going to Get Better
8) Wondering Why
9) I’m Curious
10) Helpful, Hopeful, Gentle, Kind
11) Count on Me
12) I See It, I Say It (My Attitude of Gratitude)
13) I’m Thankful For What I’ve Got
 

This product is available for purchase as a Teacher Manual/CD set or the music CD may be purchased separately.  The manual provides tips and activities that accompany the songs and enhance their message and skills. Lyrics, suggested movements, recommended literature and sheet music are also included as part of the manual.  To purchase the Feeling Positive manual, click here.