Unit 5: Positive Psychology

Positive Psychology

positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels (biological, personal. cultural, etc.)

Positive Subjective Experiences

how we experience good things in life; subjective based on how we individually perceive events, not always the actual event

-Gratitude: thankful for good things in life

-Joy: burst of happiness

-Awe: amazed or inspired by something bigger than yourself

Post-traumatic: growth: finding personal strength or a new sense of purpose, overcoming trauma

Values in Action Classification

universally valued traits that help individuals lead meaningful lives

Wisdom

ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, and good judgement (creativity, curiosity, love of learning, perception)

Courage

emotional strength to face challenges, difficulty, or pain with persistence and integrity (bravery, perseverance, honesty, enthusiasm)

Humanity

caring and connecting with others through empathy, kindness, and love (love, kindness, social intelligence)

Justice

supporting fairness, leadership, and equality in social or group settings (teamwork, fairness, leadership)

Temperance

self-control and moderation to protect oneself from excess or harmful behavior (forgiveness, modesty, prudence, self-regulation)

Transcendence

connecting to something greater than oneself to find meaning, purpose, and hope (appreciation of beauty, gratitude, hope, humor, spirituality)