The Positive Assumptions Flashcards
Acknowledgement of free will, Authenticity of goodness and excellence, The good life
Name the model for the scientific theory of happiness
The PERMA model
What does PERMA stand for?
Positive, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishment
Name the three positive assumptions
The acknowledgement of free will, the authenticity of goodness and excellence, focus on the ‘good life’
Psychological example for the acknowledgement of free will
A study by Diener and Seligman (2002)
Describe the contents of the study by Diener and Seligman (2002) that demonstrates free will
The ties students had with friends and family, measured by amount of time invested in these relationships . Negative correlation between levels of happiness and depression, students who had the strongest ties to friends and family were happier
What is free will?
We respond actively to our environment and can choose our own course of action, responsibility for our own behaviour, we are in control of our own happiness, not determined by internal and external pressures
What does the authenticity of goodeness and excellence believe in?
Human goodness and excellence is as important as distress and disorders, positive behaviours are as authentic as negative ones
What are the six virtues?
Wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance, transcendence
How does the authenticity of goodness and excellence believe that you can experience authentic happiness?
By exploiting and applying your signature strengths in your everyday life
Give an example of how someone could exploit their signature strength of kindness?
By volunteering for a charity or by donating money to a good cause
What does Seligman believe are the three desirable lives?
The pleasant life, the good life and the meaningful life
What is the ‘good life’?
Happiness comes from pursuing activities that positively absorb and engage us, we develop character strengths
What are the qualities and the purpose of the ‘good life’?
Enrich our lives, make life worth living and foster a strong character
What are the three elements that make up the ‘good life’?
Positive connection to others, positive individual traits, life regulation qualities
Name three examples of positive connection to others
Ability to forgive, listening to others, being attentive
