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September 30, 2025

The New Mental Health: Science Says It's Character Strengths

Your well-being and problem-management skills can benefit from taking a character strengths test.
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Published on September 30, 2025 09:42

June 20, 2025

A Strengths-Based Approach to Political Discussions

While division, defensiveness, and misunderstanding are high in political conversations, you can create productive, meaningful communication by using your character strengths.
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Published on June 20, 2025 14:56

June 5, 2025

Top 10 Ways to Cope With Uncertainty

Experts in mindfulness and strengths were asked how they best cope, and even flourish, during chaotic times. Here are the 10 core themes—or life lessons—that they shared.
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Published on June 05, 2025 10:09

September 21, 2024

The No. 1 Action You Can Take for Peace

Tapping into your capacity for zest, hope, and gratitude can enhance inner peace, which may be the first step toward a more peaceful world.
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Published on September 21, 2024 12:37

June 23, 2024

"Inside Out 2": A Serious Flaw and Major Strength

Here are two important messages for everyone about positive emotions, whether you watch the film or not.
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Published on June 23, 2024 11:38

November 14, 2023

From Strengths Blindness to Strengths Harmony

A Personal Perspective: Here's a story of strengths blindness, strengths collision, awe, and connection with an unlikely critter.
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Published on November 14, 2023 11:19

August 14, 2023

5 Responses to the Middle Finger

When someone offends you, what might you do? Check out these five potential responses to a common offense.
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Published on August 14, 2023 13:15

October 6, 2022

Strengths Psychology: Boring or Exciting?

When you hear the word "strengths," what comes to mind?
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Published on October 06, 2022 09:17

August 2, 2022

When You Feel Lonely, Try These 5 Social Strengths

When people feel isolated, lonely, or excluded, they report using these five character strengths to lift them up.
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Published on August 02, 2022 07:43

May 7, 2022

The 5 Mental Strengths People Most Wish For

The character strengths that people want for their mental health may surprise you. Are these important to you as well?
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Published on May 07, 2022 11:01