Topic outline

  • General

  • Topic 1

    • URL icon

      The PERMA Model for Wellbeing (Seligman, 2011) can be be used to create a clearer focus to the coaching process. PERMA describes 5 elements which can contribute to psychological wellbeing. Including: Positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning and accomplishment. 

      The PERMA model itself does not offer any real direction for overcoming challenges or techniques for addressing an imbalance within each of the five elements. However, used in conjunction with other techniques, it’s a great starting point that can add real direction within a coaching plan (Meade 2020).

      This webpage is a great place to start for ideas of using the PERMA model as a self-coaching tool.

    • URL icon

      This article explores PERMA - the 5 elements of wellbeing as described by Martin Seligman (2011). These elements have been well researched and can contribute to psychological wellbeing and flourishing.

  • Topic 2

    • File icon

      Positive Psychology Interventions (PPIs) are more effective when they are ‘a good fit’ for you.

      “The greatest gains in well-being from practicing positive activities will emerge when the specific intervention format matches the individual preferences or characteristics of the person” (Layous & Lyubomirsky, 2013 p.26).

      Use this self-assessment tool to help you decide what type of intervention will be best for you.

  • Topic 3

    • URL icon

      Positive psychology is not a remedy for problems. By building our inner strength and making us more aware of our capabilities, the interventions help us to see the positive around us and make our life more worthy and fulfilling. (Chowdhury, 2020)

      This great website resource shares 19 of the best positive psychology interventions out there...



  • Topic 4

  • Topic 5