P. Link 2: The Theory of Well-being (PERMA) (17W630-13)
Description
The pursuit of happiness has long been a goal of the human race.
However, it is as elusive today as it was when Aristotle pondered its
meaning in 350 BC. This program explores the Theory of Well-being, an
evidence-based theory from the field of positive psychology that sheds
new insight into what makes for a life well-lived, and explains what
else we need (in addition to happiness) to flourish.
Learning Objectives
Participants in this course will gain an introductory knowledge of the
Theory of Well-being, an evidence based approach to flourishing over the
course of a lifetime, and each of its five domains: positive emotion,
engagement, relationships, meaning and purpose, and achievement
This program seeks to build an awareness and understanding of the
scientific insights that support the Theory of Well-being, and provide
the link between well-being and resiliency so that participants can
determine how to apply what they’ve learned in the context of their own
lives
This program explains the why behind our well-being so that the how can
be pursued with confidence
Major Topics
The Theory of Well-being.
Each of the domains essential to
well-being: positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning and
purpose, and achievement.
Highlights of key findings within each of
the domains of well-being such as the 3:1 Positivity Ratio, conditions
of the flow state, and the different types of achievements that
contribute to well-being (as well as those that don’t).
Course Level
Basic
CPE Field of Study
Personal Development
1
Prerequisites
The Positivity Link to Flourishing but not required. (webcast)
