With its focus on building human strengths, scholarship from the field of positive psychology can be an asset in actualizing student affairs' human development and learning goals. This article synthesizes findings from positive psychology, illustrating specific ways in which practitioners can benefit from this emerging area of scholarship. The author offers both philosophical considerations and practical guidance for incorporating positive psychology lessons into student affairs work. This article addresses issues ranging from how professionals talk about their work, to student advising approaches, and program development.