Getting To Know Yourself – Character Strength Survey

To follow up from last Wednesdays post I’d like to share my journal entries.

What brings me Joy? Of course, the obvious answer is my family – both the one I came from and the one I’ve helped create – there’s something else that truly lights my soul on fire. I experience great joy when I sing, it could be an 80’s hit or a church hymn. It doesn’t matter the genre; when my voice is connected to rhythm and melody, I am alive!

What are my core values? Dependability—I pride myself on being someone others can rely on, and I naturally gravitate toward those who share this quality. Honesty is another key value for me. While my straightforwardness can sometimes lead to challenges, I’ve learned to temper my honesty with compassion over the years. I believe in surrounding myself with people who value honesty as well. Lastly, compassion is crucial in my life. I’ve realized that I can get caught up in perfectionism, but I’ve worked hard to show myself the same grace I offer others when they stumble. This balance allows me to support both myself and those around me in their growth and learning.

Character Strength Survey

I invite you to take this survey and reveal your top strengths, middle strengths and lesser strengths. The free version gives a snapshot of each strength and that’s all I needed. I was not too surprised to find my core values lined up with my top and middle strengths.

VIA Character Strength Survey VIA did ask me to set up an account. However, I have not been bothered by spam emails or requests to purchase.

I encourage you to explore the results and reflect on your findings. Share in the comments what surprised or resonated with you the most.