Cite as (APA style): Aypay, A. & Kara, A. (2026). The psychological well-being and resilience as mediators between balanced life and life satisfaction in the Peseschkian’s Positive Psychotherapy balance. The Global Psychotherapist, 6(2), 9-26 http://doi.org/10.52982/lkj310
Abstract: This research aimed to empirically test the mediating roles of psychological well-being and resilience in the link between balanced life and life satisfaction. 427 emerging adults [AgeRanj = 19-26, AgeMean= 21.85, AgeSd = 1.51] participated in the study. Data were obtained using the Balanced Life Scale, Psychological Well-Being Scale, Brief Resilience Scale, and Life Satisfaction Scale. The data were analyzed using two-stage structural equation modeling. The significance of indirect effects was assessed using bootstrapping analysis with 1000 resamples. Research findings demonstrate that psychological well-being and resilience fully mediate the relationship between balanced life and life satisfaction. This research developed a life satisfaction model specifically for Turkish emerging adults. The dimensions of this model can be integrated into future intervention programs aimed at enhancing life satisfaction.
Keywords: balanced life, life satisfaction, psychological well-being, Positive Psychotherapy, resilience