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Exploring Character Strengths

Creator: @SoulfullyAButterfly

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Character strengths are defined as the positive parts of our personality that influence our thinking, experiences, and behavior. They are valued universally and in all cultures, benefit both ourselves and others, but are not necessarily the opposite of a "negative trait". In addition, character strengths can be cultivated and enhanced with effort - we all possess 24 character strengths in different degrees and hence, we all have a unique amalgam of strengths to explore. These strengths impact the well-being PERMA elements, and have been studied to be a key for several areas such as performance and coping abilities.

Our signature strengths are those strengths that are an essential part of who we are - while these may be one of our dominant/top/prominent character strengths, they do not necessarily have to be on the top of our list. 

In order to explore your character strengths visit the free VIA Character Strengths Survey site here and create an account. The test takes around 15 minutes and you will get a report with a list of your 24 strengths in order of dominance. 

After taking the test, use the space below to list your top 3 character strengths. Would you say these are your signature strengths?

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