Flourishing
Flourishing
Flourishing (/flʌrɪʃɪŋ/) is a term used in positive psychology to describe a state of optimal mental health and well-being. The term is derived from the Latin word "florere", which means "to bloom".
Definition
Flourishing is defined as the experience of life going well. It is a combination of feeling good and functioning effectively. People who are flourishing report a high level of emotional well-being, they are also highly functioning in a psychological and social sense.
Related Terms
- Well-being: A state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
- Positive psychology: The scientific study of what makes life most worth living, focusing on both individual and societal well-being.
- Mental health: A state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
Etymology
The term "flourishing" is derived from the Latin word "florere", which means "to bloom". This is a metaphorical usage, indicating that a person is in their prime, is thriving, and is reaching their full potential.
Pronunciation
The term "flourishing" is pronounced as /flʌrɪʃɪŋ/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flourishing
- Wikipedia's article - Flourishing
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