Keys to Flourishing: PERMA, Gratitude, and Strengths

09/06/2025 15 min

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Episode Synopsis

These sources explore positive psychology, a field focused on human flourishing rather than just addressing mental illness. They introduce Martin Seligman's PERMA model, which outlines five key pillars for well-being: Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment. One article specifically examines gratitude, a positive emotion, highlighting how new research is exploring its benefits for mental health. The broaden-and-build theory is presented, suggesting positive emotions widen our thinking and build lasting resources, counteracting the narrowing effect of negative emotions. Finally, identifying and utilizing individual character strengths is discussed as another way to enhance resilience and live a more fulfilling life.