Introduction & Overview
Well-being is more than the absence of illness; it is the presence of thriving, happiness, and life satisfaction. In positive psychology, understanding well-being means researching the components that enable individuals and communities to function at their optimal levels.
Key Scientific Theories
PERMA Model (Martin Seligman)
Seligman's framework outlines five essential elements that contribute to human flourishing: Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment.
Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic Well-Being
Hedonic well-being focuses on pleasure attainment and pain avoidance, while eudaimonic well-being centers on self-realization, meaning, and personal growth.
Evidence-Based Practices
Three Good Things Exercise
Each night before sleep, write down three things that went well today and explain why they happened. This trains your brain to focus on positive events.
VIA Strengths Alignment
Identify your top 5 character strengths and apply one of them in a brand new way every day for a week.