Character Strengths Matter

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What are the elements of good character? The Values in Action (VIA) project identified 24 qualities, such as creativity, authenticity, love, forgiveness, kindness, persistence, prudence, and bravery, termed character strengths. These strengths are universally valued across time and cultures.S., and the Middle East. Research indicates that using character strengths in new ways can enhance happiness for up to six months. The book offers numerous ideas for applying your strengths creatively. It introduces the concept of acting ‘as if’ you possess a particular strength, a technique familiar to actors and elite athletes. With contributions from over 30 authors, including George Vaillant, director of Harvard's Study of Adult Development, and endorsements from leaders in positive psychology, this book combines personal stories, practical advice, and humor. Proceeds support a scholarship at the University of Pennsylvania in memory of Christopher Peterson, the lead researcher of character strengths. Ultimately, this book promises to inspire, educate, and enhance your understanding of character streng