Episode Description

What has been the most meaningful outgrowth of positive psychology? In this episode of Coaching Revealed, we share an exclusive keynote address from Martin Seligman, presented at the Institute of Coaching’s 2024 Coaching in Leadership and Healthcare Conference. Drawing on decades of research, Martin shares his findings on the profound impact emerging from coaching and positive psychology.

In his address, Martin covers three main goals.

1. A 25-year progress report on the development of positive psychology
2. The implications of positive psychology onto coaching practices
3. The potential of artificial intelligence in transforming coaching and human wellbeing.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Coaching Revealed, we are reaching into our archive of resources and sharing a keynote address Martin Seligman delivered at the Institute of Coaching’s 2024 Coaching in Leadership and Healthcare Conference. Drawing on decades of research, Martin shares his findings on the profound impact emerging from coaching and positive psychology.

In his address, Martin covers three main goals.

1. A 25-year progress report on the development of positive psychology
2. The implications of positive psychology onto coaching practices
3. The potential of artificial intelligence in transforming coaching and human wellbeing.

To trace the progress of positive psychology, Martin shares the historical context of the 25 years of research and practice that have occurred within the field. Exploring shifts in how psychologists view happiness, and unveiling goals Martin sees for human flourishing by 2051.

Martin also covers his PERMA model, a wellbeing model that is outlined by 5 measurable components: positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment. Martin shares the scientific validity of these measures along with opportunities for coaches to integrate PERMA within their coaching.

To close out his talk, Martin highlights emerging technologies in the coaching space, specifically AI chatbots such as Ask Martin, a bot that was programmed off of Martin’s wealth of work and talks. Through this example, Martin creates a vision of how coaches can utilize technology to bolster their client relationships.

Show Notes:

• Martin Seligman IOC
• Martin Seligman Website