Character Strengths

Communication

Listening attentively and
appreciatively, expressing
yourself clearly and sensitively,
and honoring differences.

Compassion

Caring about others and
behaving toward others with
affection, generosity, and
concern.

Courage

Taking on challenges even
when there's risk. Speaking up
for what's right even if there's
opposition; acting on your
convictions.

Curiosity

Having a strong desire to learn
or know something � a search
for information for its own sake.
Actively seeking out challenges
and new experiences.

Empathy

Understanding the feelings and
perspective of another person;
putting yourself in their shoes.

Gratitude

Being aware of and thankful for
the good things that happen in
your life and taking the time to
express appreciation and return
kindness.

Humility

Not regarding yourself as more
special or better than others.

Integrity

Speaking the truth. Acting
in a sincere manner. Treating
people equally and taking
responsibility for your
feelings and actions.

Perseverance

Persisting in a course of
action in spite of obstacles.
Steadfastness in doing
something despite difficulty
or delay in achieving success.

Self-control

Being able to appropriately
manage your thoughts, feelings,
and impulses. Requires paying
attention to your emotions
and feelings.

Teamwork

Working respectfully and
effectively with a group and
doing your share.

Communication

Listening attentively and
appreciatively, expressing
yourself clearly and sensitively,
and honoring differences.

Compassion

Caring about others and
behaving toward others with
affection, generosity, and
concern.

Courage

Taking on challenges even
when there's risk. Speaking up
for what's right even if there's
opposition; acting on your
convictions.

Curiosity

Having a strong desire to learn
or know something � a search
for information for its own sake.
Actively seeking out challenges
and new experiences.

Empathy

Understanding the feelings and
perspective of another person;
putting yourself in their shoes.

Gratitude

Being aware of and thankful for
the good things that happen in
your life and taking the time to
express appreciation and return
kindness.

Humility

Not regarding yourself as more
special or better than others.

Integrity

Speaking the truth. Acting
in a sincere manner. Treating
people equally and taking
responsibility for your
feelings and actions.

Perseverance

Persisting in a course of
action in spite of obstacles.
Steadfastness in doing
something despite difficulty
or delay in achieving success.

Self-control

Being able to appropriately
manage your thoughts, feelings,
and impulses. Requires paying
attention to your emotions
and feelings.

Teamwork

Working respectfully and
effectively with a group and
doing your share.