positive approach assumptions

FREE WILL

• much greater role for free will than other approaches
• humans have the ability to develop their signature strengths and take control over their well-being.
• happiness is accessible to all of us.
• evidence that shows a belief in free willa nd personal control is associated with a greater SBW
• myers and dieners 1995- who is happy

EXAMPLE

• Acknowledgement of free will & personal choice can be seen in the use of mindfulness and quality of life therapy where individuals are encouraged to become more aware of their emotions and feelings.
• individuals can exercise free will to be more conscious of the present and use this to increase levels of happiness and lower levels of depression.

Authenticity of goodness and Excellence

• good and happy feelings are natural states and are as genuine as states of anxiety/stress.
• according to seligman there is a belief that traits like virtues/happiness are less authentic than anxiety. there…