Summaries of books by Martin E. P. Seligman:
Flourish
A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being
Martin E. P. Seligman
The book introduces the theory of well-being based on the PERMA model, which stands for Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Achievement, proposing that these five elements can help individuals and communities thrive. It shifts the focus from traditional psychology's aim to alleviate misery, towards positive psychology's goals of fostering happiness and a fulfilling life.
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Authentic Happiness
Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment
Martin E. P. Seligman
The book introduces the concept of Positive Psychology, a scientific approach to studying human happiness, and provides strategies for individuals to increase their own sense of well-being by identifying and nurturing their unique strengths. It challenges traditional psychology's focus on pathology and instead emphasizes the pursuit of a fulfilling and meaningful life through the cultivation of positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishments.
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