Positive Psychology and PERMA Flashcards
What is flourishing?
Flourishing is feeling good, happy and functioning well.
What is the goal of well-being theory?
To increase flourishing by increasing the five elements of PERMA.
Recall the five elements of PERMA.
- Positive emotion
- Engagement
- Relationships
- Meaning
- Accomplishment
What is Positive Emotion?
Positive emotion is one of the cornerstones to wellbeing. Kindness, gratitude, hope and contentment are all positive emotions that contribute to the “pleasant life”
What is Engagement?
Engagement is an experience in which someone fully deploys their skills, strengths, and attention for a challenging task. Engagement is all about being totally absorbed by a present task where time and self-consciousness seem to cease.
What is Relationships?
Relationships are an important part of well-being. Those who maintain strong positive relationships are generally happier in life. The experiences that contribute to well-being are often amplified through our relationships, for example, great joy, meaning, laughter, a feeling of belonging, and pride in accomplishment. Connections to others can give life purpose and meaning.
What is Meaning?
Meaning in life comes from serving something that is bigger than oneself. To have a sense of well-being and finding a purpose in life is essential. Altruism and philanthropy are good methods to establishing a meaningful life.
What is Achievement?
Achievement is a sense of accomplishment. Having goals and meeting those goals improves your well-being and allows you to flourish.
