I make no apology for writing another blog about strengths because there are so many ways and situations that they can help transform individuals, groups and communities from languishing to flourishing: The goal of Positive Psychology (PP). I wish that I had known...
This blog will look at how a positive action, such as using our strengths, can also create an illusion of being psychologically healthy when we use them to protect a very vulnerable self-esteem issue. Understanding strengths Character strengths are a central theme...
The science of strengths The extensively researched VIA Character Strengths survey presents twenty-four strengths tested by Dr Martin Seligman and Dr Chris Peterson, advocating it as unique strength spotting tool. I feel the use of this questionnaire is best suited...
People with the Command StrengthFinder talent theme have courage to lead, especially in times of crisis or conflict. They have a strong charismatic presence. Understanding the Command Strength Command is the least frequent strength at 34 of all StrengthsFinder themes...
People with the Activator StrengthsFinder talent theme live life with a wide open throttle. They make things happen by turning thoughts into action. They have a need for speed. Understanding the Activator Strength Activator is ranked 29th in frequency out of all 34...
Strategic – The What If Strength People with the Strategic StrengthsFinder talent theme are always asking, “What if this or that happens?” Think of the game of chess. What if the person moves there then this is how I will move. The Strategic talent allows people to...
People with the Learner StrengthsFinder talent never stop learning because life never stops teaching. They love the process of learning and are learners for life. Understanding the Learner Strength Learner is a Strategic Thinking theme and ranks 3 in frequency out of...
People with the Intellection StrengthsFinder talent live by, I think therefore I am mantra. They love intellectual activity. They tend to be introspective and enjoy intellectual discussions. Understanding the Intellection Strength Intellection is a strategic thinking...
People with the Input theme from StrengthsFinder have a mind like a sponge. Their minds soak up, collect, and store information like a sponge. Then they squeeze this useful information out for others when they most need it. Understanding the Input Strength Input is a...
Sometimes good enough is good “Uh…Good enough,” he tosses the words behind him and scuffs up the stairs to his room. My neighbour sighs at her son’s pubescent disengagement. I on the other hand, am caught off guard by his remark and gracefully slosh my scalding coffee...