Positive psychology offers approaches that go beyond reducing gaslighting symptoms toward building the conditions for genuine flourishing.
PERMA and Gaslighting
Martin Seligman's PERMA model identifies five elements of wellbeing relevant to gaslighting:
- Positive emotions: Deliberately cultivating joy, gratitude, and pleasure alongside gaslighting treatment
- Engagement: Flow states that create absorption and counter gaslighting
- Relationships: Quality connections that buffer against gaslighting
- Meaning: Purpose that persists despite gaslighting
- Achievement: Progress toward goals, even while managing gaslighting
Signature Strengths and Gaslighting
Research shows that using your top character strengths in new ways is a robust gaslighting intervention. The VIA Character Strengths survey identifies your strengths.
Integrating Positive Psychology with Gaslighting Treatment
Positive psychology doesn't replace gaslighting treatment — it complements it. Treating gaslighting removes obstacles; positive psychology builds the structure of a fulfilling life.