word
broaden-and-build theory
BRAW-den and BILD THEER-ee
ˈbrɔːdən ænd bɪld ˈθɪəriListen
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Syllable breakdown
broadenandbuildtheory
Dictionary meaning
Barbara Fredrickson's theory proposing that positive emotions broaden an individual's awareness and encourage novel thoughts and actions, over time building lasting personal resources
Examples
- The broaden-and-build theory explains why joy and curiosity expand creative thinking.
- Fredrickson's broaden-and-build theory has reshaped how clinicians approach emotional health.
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