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Happy July!
What do you suggest?
This month is dedicated to exploring the 25th strength, and writing up the research associated with that strength. Which strength would you like to see nominated? Please add your comments here.
In the past, authors have highlighted these candidates for the 25th strength:
- Patience by Dana Arakawa
- Self-Awareness by Aren Cohen
- Balance by Debbie Swick
- Mindfulness by Suzann Pileggi
- Peace by Nicholas Hall
We will also be posting the reviews of the IPPA conference this month, in addition to one already posted by Derrick Carpenter.
Please enjoy!
The PPND Team
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Here are the 24 strengths.
# Wisdom and Knowledge (6) Cognitive strengths that entail the acquisition and use of knowledge
Creativity, Curiosity, Judgment/Open-Mindedness/Critical Thinking, Love of Learning, Perspective
# Courage (4) Emotional strengths that involve the exercise of will to accomplish goals in the face of opposition, external or internal
Bravery, Perseverance, Honesty/Authenticity, Zest
# Humanity (3) Interpersonal strengths that involve tending and befriending others
Love and Be Loved, Kindness, Social Intelligence
# Justice (3) Civic strengths that underlie healthy community life
Teamwork/Citizenship, Fairness, Leadership
# Temperance (4) Strengths that protect against excess
Forgiveness, Modesty, Prudence, Self-Regulation
# Transcendence (5) Strengths that forge connections to the larger universe and provide meaning
Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence, Gratitude, Hope, Humor and Playfulness, Religiousness/Spirituality
I would propose “perspective-shifting”, from the big picture to the detail, from yourself to others and back again, as the 25th strength…
Cheers, Aaron.