The Power of Positive Emotions:
Why You Can Never Have Too Many

Can you ever have too much happiness? While that extra slice of cake might be overdoing it, positive emotions work differently. They create an upward spiral that expands your thinking, boosts creativity, and builds resilience. Meanwhile, negative emotions have their own important role—narrowing your focus when quick decisions matter. Understanding this “broaden and build” theory could transform how you navigate life’s ups and downs. Discover four practical strategies to maximise positive emotions without losing the protective power of negative ones. Ready to start your own upward spiral?