STRENGTHS

of character model by
PETERSON AND SELIGMAN
The Strengths of Character model, developed by Christopher Peterson and Martin
Seligman, is a framework that identifies and categorizes positive traits or virtues
that contribute to a fulfilling and meaningful life. These strengths are considered
to be part of human nature and can be cultivated to enhance well-being. The
model outlines six core virtues, each associated with several character strengths:

WISDOM AND
KNOWLEDGE COURAGE HUMANITY

This virtue involves the Courage involves Humanity

cognitive strengths emotional strengths encompasses
that enable individuals that allow individuals interpersonal
to acquire and use to confront challenges, strengths that involve
knowledge effectively. persevere in the face caring for and
It encompasses of adversity, and take connecting with
creativity, curiosity, risks. Examples of others. This virtue
open-mindedness, love courage-related includes strengths
of learning, and strengths include such as kindness,
perspective. bravery, persistence, empathy, compassion,
integrity, and zest. and social intelligence.

TEMPERANCE

Temperance involves
strengths related to
self-regulation and
moderation. This
virtue encompasses
self-control, humility,
prudence, and the TRANSCENDENCE
ability to manage
JUSTICE impulses and desires Transcendence involves
effectively. strengths that connect
Justice involves individuals to something
strengths that larger than themselves
contribute to a fair and and contribute to a
equitable society. sense of purpose and
These strengths meaning. This virtue
include fairness, includes strengths such
leadership, teamwork, as gratitude, spirituality,
and citizenship, as well appreciation of beauty
as a commitment to and excellence, and the
social responsibility capacity for awe and
and equity. wonder.

The Strengths of Character model highlights the diversity of

positive traits that individuals possess and emphasizes the
importance of recognizing and nurturing these strengths to
enhance well-being and personal growth. By identifying and
leveraging their unique character strengths, individuals can
cultivate resilience, build fulfilling relationships, and lead more
meaningful lives.