From Psychological Flexibility to Well-Being: The Mediating Role of Meaning in Life and Flourishing.

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Title: From Psychological Flexibility to Well-Being: The Mediating Role of Meaning in Life and Flourishing.
Authors: Zegarra-López, Angel C., Uribe-Bravo, Karla A., Tapia-Núñez, Natalia J., Cigüeñas-Nuñez, Mercedes G., Estrada, María Isabel, Benites Argumedo, Maria Alejandra
Source: Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy. 2025, Vol. 39 Issue 3, p218-236. 19p.
Subjects: Cross-sectional method, Pearson correlation (Statistics), Statistical correlation, Questionnaires, Psychological well-being, Psychological adaptation, Quantitative research, Judgment sampling, Structural equation modeling, Descriptive statistics, Emotions, Mathematical models, Quality of life, Research, Theory, Factor analysis, Data analysis software, Confidence intervals, Social classes
Geographic Terms: Peru
Abstract: Well-being encompasses several dimensions of individuals' lives, so promoting well-being beyond economic performance is crucial. This study proposed a theoretical model that highlights psychological flexibility as a key to well-being by helping people find meaning in life and achieve flourishing. The study evaluated 636 adults from Lima, Peru, and found a negligible direct relationship between psychological flexibility and emotional (hedonic), psychological (eudaimonic), and social well-being. However, psychological flexibility directly predicted meaning in life and flourishing, indirectly promoting well-being. In conclusion, meaning in life and flourishing mediate the relationship between meaning in life and well-being. The study emphasizes the importance of psychological flexibility and meaning in promoting well-being, suggesting that interventions targeting psychological flexibility may indirectly support individuals in developing a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Positive psychology interventions should incorporate strategies that promote both psychological flexibility and the search for meaning, as they are essential for well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Database: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
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Abstract:Well-being encompasses several dimensions of individuals' lives, so promoting well-being beyond economic performance is crucial. This study proposed a theoretical model that highlights psychological flexibility as a key to well-being by helping people find meaning in life and achieve flourishing. The study evaluated 636 adults from Lima, Peru, and found a negligible direct relationship between psychological flexibility and emotional (hedonic), psychological (eudaimonic), and social well-being. However, psychological flexibility directly predicted meaning in life and flourishing, indirectly promoting well-being. In conclusion, meaning in life and flourishing mediate the relationship between meaning in life and well-being. The study emphasizes the importance of psychological flexibility and meaning in promoting well-being, suggesting that interventions targeting psychological flexibility may indirectly support individuals in developing a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Positive psychology interventions should incorporate strategies that promote both psychological flexibility and the search for meaning, as they are essential for well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:08898391
DOI:10.1891/JCP-2024-0037