On the afternoon of March 28th, Liang Zhao, Associate Professor at Wuhan University's School of Information Management, visited Enshi No.3 High School to deliver a special lecture on mental health themed Learn to Be Happy – A Happiness Lesson of Positive Psychology for students.

During the lecture, Liang Zhao first introduced the concept of positive psychology to the students. She mentioned that positive psychology, proposed by Martin Seligman, is a science dedicated to studying the vitality and virtues of normal people, focusing on happiness and human’s advantages. This novel concept instantly captured the students' attention.

Next, Liang Zhao delved into the question of "What is happiness?" She elaborated on the five key elements of happiness: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment. Students deeply understood that happiness is not an abstract concept but exists in details of daily life through vivid cases and explanations.

To address the students' questions, Liang Zhao raised two key questions and discussed about them. She guided students to reflect on "Do we smile because we are happy, or are we happy because we smile?", helping them understand the interdependent relationship among behavior, mindset, and cognition, which is "change behavior → change mindset → change cognition." Meanwhile, she introduced the "Three Good Things" practice method, encouraging students to develop the habit of focusing on beautiful things in life and enhance happiness through deliberate practice.

"How should we face stress?" Liang Zhao proposed two practical methods: the "New Bucket Theory" and "Experiencing Immersion." She encouraged students to fully leverage their strengths, scientifically plan their study tasks, find immersion and joy in learning, advocate vertical social comparison, proactively preset a positive mindset, take control of life, and avoid falling into a passive "lying flat" state.

Finally, the person in charge of the Enshi No.3 High School’s mental health education center delivered a concluding speech. He hoped that students could apply what they learned: maintaining a positive attitude and discovering the joy of learning amid heavy academic pressure; showing more understanding and tolerance in interpersonal relationships to gain warm friendships; and strengthening their beliefs and bravely pursuing their dreams when confused about the future.

This lecture not only enriched students' knowledge but, more importantly, provided positive psychological guidance for their growth, helping them face challenges in study and life with a more optimistic and positive attitude and pursue a thriving happy life. The school will continue to pay attention to students' mental health, carry out more similar activities, and escort students' all-round development.