This is a handout that Jayne Taylor has made that introduces Dr. Marty Seligman. He is the author of many books such as Authentic Happiness and Learned Optimism. He promotes and could be considered a founder of Positive Psychology. If you so choose you could access the link and take the VIA assessment. Here is the link that Dr. Seligman gives: www.authenichappiness.org. This is the one with the VIA test.
Please look at how Jayne suggests that you use this assessment in her paper below.
Here is a link to a Ted talk featuring Martin Seligman wherein he explains the "using your strengths philosophy" and ways to increase your well being to live the full life. This is for those who want a more specific and detailed explanation of his work. http://www.ted.com/talks/martin_seligman_on_the_state_of_psychology.html
Below is a link to Martin Seligman's presentation given at a conference. He is not coming at happiness or flourishing from a Christian background but does acknowledge the need for a higher purpose and service.There is truth embedded in this video--"the truth will set you free".
It is interesting that the heads of countries are interested in promoting the well being of their citizens and are looking for programs to help. Dr. Seligman is being that help. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0LbwEVnfJA
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