There is not a clear definition of what optimal functioning is (Frazier, Oishi, & Steger, 2003, p. 247) and there are a number reasons for this: flourishing varies from one individual to another, throughout the different life stages, and from culture to culture (Factors & Constantine, 2006). Instead of one single, unified definition, the main characteristics of well-being, like optimism, have been used to describe it.
In the study of happiness, researchers have come to envision happiness as a multifaceted construct thus embracing the complexity of human life. This multidimensional view of human flourishing draws on both subjective well-being (SWB) and psychological well-being (PWB) (Ryan & Deci, 2001). A number of models have been developed
In the study of happiness, researchers have come to envision happiness as a multifaceted construct thus embracing the complexity of human life. This multidimensional view of human flourishing draws on both subjective well-being (SWB) and psychological well-being (PWB) (Ryan & Deci, 2001). A number of models have been developed