Prof. Martin Seligman
The best-known model of wellbeing in psychology, and the framework behind three FlourishIQ courses. Seligman's argument is that wellbeing is not one thing to be maximised but several distinct things, each worth building in its own right.
Each element below links to the passages in this collection that speak to it. The framework is not ours — it belongs to the researchers named above, and is reproduced here so you can use this collection through a model you already know.
Joy, gratitude, serenity, interest, hope, pride, amusement, inspiration, awe and love.
Being fully absorbed in an activity — the flow state where time seems to disappear.
Meaningful connection, belonging, and the giving and receiving of support.
A sense of purpose; belonging to and serving something bigger than yourself.
Achieving goals, mastering skills, and the experience of competence.
Physical vitality through nutrition, movement and sleep, in a supportive environment.