Contents

1. Cover
2. Title Page
3. Copyright
4. Dedication
5. Authors’ Note
6. Introduction
7. PART I
   STRIVE TO THRIVE
   1. 1. Positive Emotions: The Science of Happiness
   2. 2. Relationships: Getting Connected
   3. 3. The Engaged Life: How Your Strengths Can Help You Soar
8. PART II
   OPPORTUNITIES (AND BARRIERS) TO CHANGE
   1. 4. Mindsets: Maximizing Your Mental Makeup
   2. 5. Optimism and Pessimism: Making the Most of Reality
   3. 6. Willpower: Doing What You Really Want to Do
   4. 7. Choice: How to Make Decisions Like a Champ
   5. 8. Stress: Making It Work for You
   6. 9. Mental Health: Dealing with Tough Times
9. PART III
   STUDENT BODIES
   1. 10. Exercise: Student Bodies in Motion
   2. 11. Nutrition: Feeding the Student Body
   3. 12. Sleep: The Student Body at Rest
10. PART IV
    POSITIVELY EXCELLENT
    1. 13. Excellence: Becoming Your Best
    2. 14. Meaning: What Makes Life Worth Living
    3. 15. Passion: Doing What You Love
11. Epilogue
12. Acknowledgments
13. About the Authors
14. Newsletters