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Field emphasizing strengths, virtues, and emotions that foster happiness, fulfillment, and psychological health. Virtue
Core moral quality such as wisdom or courage, linked to character strengths that support well-being. Character Strength
Trait like creativity or honesty, associated with a virtue, contributing to personal growth and happiness. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Framework describing progression from basic survival needs to self-actualization, forming a pyramid of human requirements. Self-Actualization
Highest level of psychological health, marked by creativity, autonomy, and deep understanding of self and others. Transcendence
Virtue involving hope, spirituality, and aesthetic sense, representing a connection beyond the physical self. PERMA Model
Theory outlining five elements—positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishment—essential for well-being. Positive Emotion
Pleasant feeling from activities, relationships, or interests, fueling curiosity, excitement, and energy. Engagement
Deep absorption and passion for an activity, leading to appreciation of the present moment. Relationship
Connection with others, fostering openness, acceptance, and support, vital for psychological health. Meaning
Sense of purpose or understanding of something greater than oneself, often linked to spiritual health. Accomplishment
Achievement of realistic goals and lifelong success through effort and skill development. Realism
Quality of distinguishing between wants and needs, and accepting what can or cannot be changed. Authenticity
Genuine self-expression and comfort with one's identity, free from fear of judgment. Autonomy
Independence in decision-making, self-reliance, and freedom from external control.
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