Integration of Positive Psychology and Creativity in Curriculum Actualization for School Counselors in 21st Century Learning: A Systematic Review

• Dian Munawarah

  Indonesia University of Education

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• Nandang Rusmana

  Indonesia University of Education

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• Setiawati Setiawati

  Indonesia University of Education

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This study aims to analyze the integration of Positive Psychology and creativity in the curriculum and 21st-century learning development through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. This review covers studies published between 2020 and 2025, sourced from the Scopus and Google Scholar databases, with 16 selected articles meeting the PRISMA criteria. The findings show that the application of Positive Psychology in education plays a crucial role in developing students' character strengths, psychological well-being, and holistic personal growth. These principles are applied through strength-based learning strategies, mindfulness, positive education, gratitude interventions, and strength-based counseling. Meanwhile, creativity, considered a character strength in the Positive Psychology framework, serves as a catalyst for curriculum and learning innovation in the 21st century. The integration of creativity enhances students' cognitive, affective, and social dimensions through reflective, collaborative, and meaningful learning experiences. Conceptually, this study highlights the importance of synergy between Positive Psychology and creativity as a foundation for curriculum development and counseling practices oriented toward holistic human well-being and development.

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