ABSTRACT
This chapter presents an overview of the Positive emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment (PERMA) Model, discussing relevant theories and research associated with each domain and its relationship to Positive Psychology Coaching (PPC). The fundamental aim of positive psychology is to promote flourishing for the purpose of optimal human functioning, where the use of positive psychology coaching can support an individual to feel good, function well and be their optimal best. The PERMA Model provides a framework by which people and organisations can practice Positive Psychology Interventions as a way to move towards flourishing. In order for coaches to use this framework, they must understand the theory and research of each of its domains. Whether exploring the domains separately or holistically, coaches will have a better understanding of PERMA as a coaching framework to support their coachees and themselves in building the foundations for a flourishing life.
