Tim Lomas Knihy

How to harness the power of 'untranslatable' words to help you live your best possible life

The only applied textbook in the market, Lomas et al cover the latest cutting- edge theory and research in the subject, providing students with the knowledge and tools necessary to apply positive psychology.

How embracing untranslatable terms for well-being-from the Finnish sisu to the Yiddish mensch-can enrich our emotional understanding and experience.

The pursuit of happiness is universal. Most of us would like to experience more joy and elation. But when we feel like we are falling short of this ideal, we can often feel downcast. We may even see 'darker' emotional states, from sadness and anger to envy and anxiety, as character defects or serious illnesses. In fact, there is unexpected value in the emotions most of us see as 'negative'. In subtle ways, the more negative emotions can bring us to a richer state of wellbeing. For example, sadness can open our hearts to the fragile beauty of life, enabling us to appreciate what we would usually take for granted. While anger may seem unpleasant, if channelled well, it can be a great catalyst for change and improvement in society. THE POSITIVE POWER OF NEGATIVE EMOTIONS shows how the darker states of emotion are vital to a better understanding of ourselves and a more fulfilled life.

Designed for those studying history at Key Stage 3, this comprehensive text covers Britain from 1500-1750. Updating the text has made the material more usable in mixed ability classes, whilst retaining an emphasis on challenging students to think deeply.