Wellbeing PERMA
The PERMA acronym is a model of Wellbeing theory in the field of positive psychology, by Martin Seligman. PERMA makes up five important building blocks of wellbeing and happiness:
One of the most significant benefits of aesthetic experiences is their ability to reduce stress. Engaging in activities that involve appreciating beauty, such as visiting an art museum or spending time in nature, can help us relax and let go of stress. This can lead to a reduction in stress levels and an overall sense of wellbeing.
Aesthetic experiences can also increase creativity. Engaging in activities that involve appreciating beauty and creativity, such as reading or listening to music, can inspire us and spark our own creativity. This can lead to increased innovation and problem-solving skills, leading to improved overall wellbeing.
Aesthetic experiences can also enhance our mood. Engaging in activities that bring us joy and appreciation, such as listening to our favorite music or visiting a beautiful garden, can boost our mood and increase feelings of happiness. This can lead to improved overall wellbeing and a greater sense of fulfillment in life.
Aesthetic experiences can also increase empathy. Engaging in activities that involve appreciating beauty and human emotion, such as reading literature or watching a play, can help us develop greater empathy and understanding of others. This can lead to improved social connections and overall wellbeing.
Finally, aesthetic experiences can provide us with a greater sense of meaning. Engaging in activities that involve appreciating beauty and art can give us a sense of purpose and connection to the world around us. This can lead to increased overall wellbeing and a greater sense of fulfillment in life.
As an ‘Experience Type’, an Aesthetic experience occurs where the participants absorb experiences that appeal to the senses. The mind is immersed in the environment, but it is not affected or altered.
In conclusion, engaging in aesthetic experiences can provide several benefits that positively impact one’s wellbeing. From reduced stress to increased creativity and empathy, aesthetic experiences can help us thrive both emotionally and socially.
By incorporating aesthetic experiences into our lives, we can promote overall wellbeing and live a more fulfilling life.
The PERMA acronym is a model of Wellbeing theory in the field of positive psychology, by Martin Seligman. PERMA makes up five important building blocks of wellbeing and happiness:
Positive Emotion : feeling good. Including hope, interest, joy, love, compassion, pride, amusement, and gratitude. From exercise, meeting friends, being out in nature, seeing sights, sounds, smells, tastes…
Engagement : being completely absorbed in activities. Living in the present moment and focusing entirely on the task at hand.
Relationships : being authentically connected to others. Feeling supported, loved, and/or valued by others
Meaning : purposeful existence. Belonging and/or serving something greater than ourselves
Accomplishment : a sense of accomplishment and success. Achievement, mastery, competence, attaining goals…
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This is a categorisation of the wellbeing experience activity that, in some way, improves your overall Wellbeing
Entertainment : passive watching where you appreciate the activity or performance
Aesthetic : passively engrossed in the beauty or artistic qualities of an object, and not it’s functionality
Sensory : where the activity engages & focuses on one or two of your 5 senses; touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste
Learning : you actively absorb the experience. The activity enhances your knowledge or a skill
Participation : active participation in the activity, where your actions have an effect on the outcome
Volunteer : freely giving your time or knowledge to help others
Embodiment : putting an idea, thought or concept into a physical form or action
Transformation : an activity that takes you from one state (of body, mind or spirit) to a new desired state
These 8 Wellbeing Dimensions are commonly used in Wellbeing frameworks, to highlight and seperate the various aspects of our lives.
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