Center for Positive Psychology

Gilda Grace and Dr. Alan Keck have retired from traditional practice.

 

We have appreciated the opportunity to serve the residents and communities of Central Florida, and are taking a ‘sabbatical’ to cook up other ways to contribute, including a book or two. This new website is transitional, and will eventually expand with many more resources. Meanwhile, check out the frequently-updating Facebook page, as well as other resources below.

Resources

Simple Meditation (approximately 20 minutes)
Choose a quiet place and time. Sit comfortably on the floor or in a chair, or lie on your back.

  • Rest your hands in your lap, on your knees, or at your sides.
  • Allow your eyes to close gently.
  • Simply notice the natural rhythm of the breath.
  • When you notice your mind wandering, gently return your awareness to the breath.

Articles and Blogs

Psychology in the News

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The troubling rise of longevity fixation syndrome
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z
This unofficial diagnosis describes the anxiety-driven, compulsive obsession with living as long as possible.

How where you grow up affects your personality
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z
The environment we grow up in can shape some aspects of our personality more than others.

Depression can look different for everyone, but some symptoms could increase dementia risk
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z
Study looks at symptoms in midlife and if they signal greater vulnerability to dementia decades later.

Some Public Health Service officers deployed in detention centers suffer 'moral distress'
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z
The Department of Homeland Security's push to detain and deport immigrants has led to high numbers of detainees and a need for more medical staff.

News from PsycPort.com