The Positivity Link 2: The Theory of Well-being – PERMA (17WIR69-14)
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
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
Build an awareness and understanding of
the scientific insights that support the Theory of Well-being
Understand the link between well-being and resiliency and determine how
to apply what's been learned in the context of your own life
Learn the
"why" behind our well-being so that the how can be pursued with
confidence.
Major Topics
An introduction and exploration of The Theory of Well-being
Domains
essential to well-being: positive emotion, engagement, relationships,
meaning and purpose, and achievement
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
TBD
Prerequisites
The Positivity Link to Flourishing but not required. (webcast)
