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