TRIPARTITE MODEL OF SUBJECTIVE

WELLBEING
MCCALLUM AND PRICE’S MODEL OF
HOLISTIC WELLBEING
• Diener and Ryan’s (2009) Tripartite Model of Subjective well-being presents well-being as a
general evaluation of an individual’s quality of life in terms of three key components:
 Life satisfaction, is composed of an imperfect assessment of the balance between positive and
negative affect in one’s life. An assessment of how well one’s life measures up to aspirations and
goals;
Example: Manisha rates her life satisfaction as high because she feels content and fulfilled in her
career, has supportive relationships with family and friends, maintains good physical health through
regular exercise and healthy eating habits, and engages in hobbies that bring her joy and fulfillment.
Despite occasional challenges, Manisha feels satisfied with the overall trajectory of her life.
 Positive Affect: Positive affect encompasses the experience of positive emotions and feelings of
happiness, joy, excitement, and contentment. It reflects the frequency and intensity of positive
emotional experiences in one's daily life.
• Example: John experiences high levels of positive affect as he finds joy and satisfaction in simple
pleasures such as spending time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies like playing music, and
appreciating the beauty of nature. He often feels happy, optimistic, and grateful for the positive
aspects of his life.
 Negative Affect: Negative affect refers to the experience of negative emotions such as sadness,
anxiety, stress, and anger. It reflects the frequency and intensity of negative emotional
experiences in one's daily life.
• Example: Emily occasionally experiences negative affect when she encounters challenges at work
or faces conflicts in her relationships. She may feel stressed, anxious, or frustrated during these
times. However, Emily has developed effective coping strategies such as mindfulness and seeking
social support to manage negative emotions and maintain overall well-being.
MCCALLUM AND PRICE’S MODEL OF HOLISTIC
WELLBEING
• McCallum and Price (2016) outlined a model of holistic well-being where the student is central.
They suggest that the model captures the interplay between learner well-being, educator well-
being, and community well-being.
• Six key principles are identified together with six key strategies as the means of enactment in
nurturing well-being in education.