Clinical psychologist Chris Mackey discusses the importance of setting goals and intentions for our overall wellbeing. This clip was taken from series 2, episode 1 of Destination Happiness.
How Setting Goals Can Improve Your Wellbeing
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How to Find and Use Your Character Strengths
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What is Post-Traumatic Stress? Treating PTSD
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Three Coping Alternatives for Problem Situations
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When Facing a Crisis – The Four Stages of Change
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Facing Core Fears
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