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Looking for the latest research and practices on character strengths and mindfulness?
Curious about how character strengths can supercharge your mindfulness practice?
Or how mindfulness can help you deploy your best qualities? Look no further - the
answers are in this book!
At the core of this hands-on resource for psychologists and other practitioners, including
educators, coaches, and consultants, is Mindfulness-Based Strengths Practice (MBSP),
the first structured program to combine mindfulness with the character strengths
laid out in the VIA Institute´s classification developed by Drs. Martin E. P. Seligman and
Christopher Peterson. This 8-session program systematically boosts awareness and application
of character strengths, helping people flourish and lead more fulfilling lives.
The author´s vast experience working with both mindfulness and character strengths
is revealed in his sensitive and clear presentation of the conceptual, practical, and
scientific elements of this unique combined approach. It is not only those who are
new to mindfulness or to character strengths who will appreciate the detailed primers
on these topics in the first section of the book. And the deep discussions about the
integration of mindfulness and character strengths in the second section will benefit
not just intermediate and advanced practitioners. The third section then leads readers
step-by-step through each of the 8 MBSP sessions, including details of session structure
and content, suggested homework, 30 practical handouts, as well as inspiring quotesand stories and useful practitioner tips. An additional chapter discusses the adaption
of MBSP to different settings and populations (e.g., business, education, individuals,
couples). The mindfulness and character strengths meditations on the accompanying
CD support growth and development.
This highly accessible book, while primarily conceived for psychologists, educators,
coaches, and consultants, is suitable for anyone who is interested in living a flourishing
life.

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Table of Contents
Foreword, Preface
Acknowledgements
Section I: Primers
Chapter 1: A Primer on Mindfulness
Chapter 2: A Primer on Character Strengths
Section II: Integration
Chapter 3: The Integration of Mindfulness and Character Strengths
Chapter 4: Practice I: Strong Mindfulness (Bringing Strengths to Mindfulness)
Chapter 5: Practice II: Mindful Strengths Use (Bringing Mindfulness to Strengths)
Section III: MBSP
Chapter 6: Overview of MBSP
Chapter 7: Session 1: Mindfulness and Autopilot
Chapter 8: Session 2: Your Signature Strengths
Chapter 9: Session 3: Obstacles Are Opportunities
Chapter 10: Session 4: Strengthening Mindfulness in Everyday Life (Strong Mindfulness)
Chapter 11: Session 5: Valuing Your Relationships
Chapter 12: Session 6: Mindfulness of the Golden Mean (Mindful Strengths Use)
Chapter 13: Session 7: Authenticity and Goodness
Chapter 14: Session 8: Your Engagement With Life
Chapter 15: Additional MBSP Features and Adaptations for Different Settings/Populations
Section IV: Resources
Appendix A: MBSP Audio CD Content
Appendix B: General Tracking Form
Appendix C: X and Y - A Marriage of Character Strengths
Appendix D: Mindfulness at the Movies
Appendix E: Character Strengths Q & A
Appendix F: Website Resources
References
Index
Audio CD Content:

1. Introduction
2. Body Mindfulness Meditation
3. You at Your Best and Strengths-Spotting
4. Character Strengths Breathing Space
5. Strengths Gatha
6. Loving-Kindness Meditation
7. Strength Exploration Meditation
8. Fresh Look Meditation
9. Signature Strengths Breathing Space
10. Best Possible Self

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