B Art as a path to the self through unconditional acceptance: introduction to humanistic theories

Humanistic and positive psychology theories focus on the inherent uniqueness, individuality, and potential of each person. Everyone can blossom when they have the core conditions of unconditional acceptance, respect, and fulfi lment of basic needs; and, if taught to handle stress eff ectively, one can focus on the positive and on self-regulation according to positive psychology theories.