CORE STRENGTHS QUESTIONNAIRE

(Martin Seligman and Christopher Peterson, Spanish version by Carmelo Vazquez)

"Please select one option in response to each statement. All of the questions reflect statements that
many people would find desirable, but we want you to answer exclusively if the statements reflect
who you are. Please be honest and accurate. Until you answer the 240 questions, we will not be
able to assess your strengths.

Answer the 240 questions according to the following scale:

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Very similar to me Something like me Neutral Something like Very different
me from me

1 I find the world a very interesting place.

2 I always do my best to attend educational activities.
3 I always identify the reasons for my actions.
4 Being able to come up with new and different ideas is one of my strengths.
5 I am very aware of the environment around me.
6 I always have a broad perspective on what's going on.
I have been steadfast on many occasions in the face of strong opposition from
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others.
8 I never abandon a task before it is finished.
9 I always keep my promises.
10 I am never too busy to help a friend.
11 I am always willing to take risks to establish a relationship.
12 I never miss group meetings or team practices.
13 When I am wrong, I always admit it.
14 In a group, I try to make sure everyone feels included.
15 I don't have a hard time eating healthy foods.
16 I have never intentionally hurt anyone.
17 For me it is important to live in a world of beauty.
18 I always thank the people who care about me.
19 I always look on the bright side.
20 I am a spiritual person.
21 I am always modest about the good things that have happened to me.
22 Whenever I see my friends in low spirits, I try to joke to cheer them up.
23 I want to be fully involved in life, not just watching from the outside.
24 For me, let bygones be bygones.

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25 I never get bored.
26 I love learning new things.
27 I always examine both sides of an issue.
When someone tells me how to do something, I automatically think of
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alternative ways to do the same thing.
29 I often know how to handle myself in different social situations.
30 No matter what happens, I don't lose sight of what's important.
31 I have overcome some emotional problems by coping with them.
32 I always finish what I start.
33 My friends tell me that I am authentic.
34 I really enjoy doing small favors for friends.
There are people in my life who care for my feelings and well-being as much
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as they care for themselves.
36 I really enjoy being part of a group.
Being able to compromise in order to reach agreements is something
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characteristic of me.
As a leader, I treat everyone equally well, regardless of their level of
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experience.
39 Even if there are sweets or cookies on hand, I never overdo it.
40 One of my favorite mottos is "Don't do anything you might regret".
41 The kindness of certain people thrills me.
42 I get goose bumps when I hear about acts of great generosity.
43 I can always find the positive in what others find negative.
44 I am a practitioner of my religion.
45 I don't like to stand out in a crowd.
46 Most people would say I'm fun to be with.
47 I never feel lazy/lazy to get up in the morning.
48 I almost never hold grudges.
49 I am always busy with something interesting.
50 It fascinates me to learn something new.
51 I make decisions only when I have all the information.
52 I like to think of new ways of doing things.
53 No matter what the situation, I am able to integrate.
54 My view of the world is excellent.
55 I never hesitate to publicly express an unpopular opinion.
56 I am a person who sets goals.
57 I believe that honesty is the foundation of trust.

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58 I do my best to cheer up people who seem despondent.
59 There are people who accept my shortcomings.
60 I am an extremely loyal person.
61 I treat everyone the same no matter who they are.
One of my strengths is being able to help a group of people work well as a
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team even if they have differences.
63 I am a highly disciplined person.
64 I always think before I speak.
65 I experience deep emotions when I see beautiful things.
66 At least once a day I stop and remember all the positive things in my life.
67 Despite the challenges, I always remain hopeful for the future.
68 My faith never abandons me during difficult times.
69 I don't act like I'm someone special.
70 I'm always up for brightening someone's day with a few laughs.
71 I never approach things with reluctance.
72 I never seek revenge.
73 I am always curious about the world.
74 Every day, I look forward to the opportunity to learn and grow.
75 I value my ability to think critically.
76 I am proud to be original.
77 I have the ability to make others feel interesting.
78 No friend has ever had a bad experience with my advice.
79 I must stand up for what I believe in even if it has negative consequences.
80 I finish things despite the obstacles along the way.
81 I tell the truth even if it hurts.
82 I love to make other people happy.
83 I am the most important person in someone's life.
84 I work much better in a team.
85 For me, the rights of all people are equally important.
86 I am very good at planning group activities
87 I am in control of my emotions.
88 My friends think I make good decisions in what I say and do.
89 I see beauty in things that other people do not perceive.
90 If I receive a gift, I always thank the person who gave it to me.
91 I have a clear picture in my head of what I want to happen in the future.

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92 My life has a solid purpose.
93 I never brag about my achievements.
94 I try to have fun in all kinds of situations.
95 I love what I do.
96 I always allow others to leave their mistakes behind and start from scratch.
97 I am excited about many different activities.
98 I am a true lifelong learner.
99 My friends value my objectivity.
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I'm always coming up with new ways of doing things.
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I always know how to capture the way people are.
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People describe me as a wiser person than my age.
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While others talk, I call for action.
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I am a hard worker.
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My promises can be trusted.
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I have voluntarily helped someone (neighbor, ...etc.) during the last month.
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Whatever my family and close friends do, I will not stop loving them.
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I never badmouth my group to outsiders.
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I give everyone a chance.
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To be an effective leader, I treat everyone the same.
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11 I never wish for things that hurt me in the long run, even if they make me feel
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I always avoid activities that are physically dangerous.
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The beauty of a film has left me speechless on many occasions.
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I am an extremely grateful person.
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11 If I get a bad grade or evaluation, I focus on the next opportunity, and I aim to
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11 In the last 24 hours, I have spent 30 minutes in prayer, meditation or
6 contemplation.
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I am proud to be an ordinary person.
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I try to add some humor to whatever I do.
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I look forward to each new day.
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I think the best thing to do is to forgive and forget.
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I have many interests.
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I always do my best to visit museums.
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When a matter requires it, I can be highly rational.
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My friends say I have a lot of new and different ideas.
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I always get along well with people I've just met.
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I am always able to look at situations and have a global vision.
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I always stand up for my beliefs.
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I do not give up.
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I am true to my own values.
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I always call my friends when they are sick.
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I always feel that love is present in my life.
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It is important for me to maintain harmony within the group.
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I am strongly committed to the principles of justice and equality.
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I believe that our human nature leads us to work together for common goals.
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I am always able to maintain a diet.
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I always think about the consequences before I act.
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I am always aware of the natural beauty of my surroundings.
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I go a long way in giving recognition to people who have been good to me.
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I have a plan for what I want to achieve in the next five years.
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My faith makes me who I am.
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I prefer to let others talk about themselves.
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I never allow a depressing situation to take away my sense of humor.
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I have a lot of energy.
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I am always willing to give the other person the opportunity to apologize.
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I can find something of interest in any situation.
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14 I read all the time.

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Analyzing things in depth is innate in me.
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I am a person of original ideas.
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I am good at sensing what other people are feeling.
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I have a mature outlook on life.
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I always face my fears.
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I never get distracted when I work.
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I pride myself on not exaggerating what I am or do.
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I am as happy for the good fortune of others as I am for myself.
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I can express my affection or love to another person.
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I support my teammates or group members without exception.
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I do not accept recognition for work I have not done.
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My friends always tell me that I am a firm but fair leader.
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I always know when to stop.
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I always know right from wrong.
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I greatly value all forms of art.
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I feel grateful for the things I have received in life.
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I know that I will succeed in the goals I set for myself.
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I believe that each person has a purpose in life.
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I almost never draw attention to myself.
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I have a great sense of humor.
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I can't hold back the desire to get started on a project.
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I almost never try to retaliate.
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I find it very easy to find things that entertain me.
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17 If I want to know something, I immediately go to the library or the internet
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I always consider the pros and cons.
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My imagination goes further than that of my friends.
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I am aware of my own feelings and motivations.
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Others come to me for advice.
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I have overcome suffering and disappointments.
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I am committed to whatever I have decided to do.
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I would rather die than be a fake.
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I enjoy being kind to others.
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I am able to accept love or affection from others.
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I always respect the leaders of my group, even when I disagree with them.
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Even if I don't like someone, I treat them fairly.
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As a leader, I try to get everyone in the group to be cheerful.
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Without exception, I do my work, study or household chores on time.
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I am a very cautious person.
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I am amazed by simple things in life that others might not appreciate.
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When I look at my life, I find many things to be thankful for.
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I am confident that my way of doing things will yield the best results.
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I believe in a universal power, in a god.
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I have been told that modesty is one of my most notable characteristics.
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I find satisfaction in making others laugh or smile.
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19 I can hardly contain my eagerness to see what life has in store for me in the
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Normally I am willing to give anyone another chance.
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I think my life is extremely interesting.
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I read a wide variety of books.
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I try to have good reasons for my important decisions.
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In the last month I have found an original solution to a problem in my life.
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I always know what to say to make people feel good.
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I may not tell others, but I consider myself a wise person.
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I always voice my protest when I hear someone say malicious things.
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When I make plans, I am sure that I will succeed in carrying them out.
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My friends always tell me that I have my feet on the ground.
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I love being able to let others shine as well.
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20 I have a neighbor or someone at work or school that I really care about as a
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For me, it is important to respect the decisions made by my group.
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I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to express themselves.
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20 As a leader, I believe that everyone in the group should have a say in what the
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For me, the preparation is as important as the result.
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I always make my choices carefully.
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20 I often feel like enjoying a good work of art, such as music, theater or
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I feel a deep sense of gratitude every day.
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If I feel down, I always think of the good things in my life.
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My beliefs make my life important.
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No one would ever describe me as arrogant.
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I believe that life is more of a playground than a battlefield.
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I wake up with a sense of excitement about the day's opportunities.
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I do not wish to see anyone suffer, not even my worst enemy.
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I really enjoy hearing about other countries and cultures.
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I love reading non-fiction books for fun.
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My friends value my good judgment.
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I have a strong desire to do something original in the coming year.
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It's rare that someone can take advantage of me.
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Others consider me to be a wise person.
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I am a brave person.
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When I achieve what I want, it is because I have worked hard to get it.
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Others trust me to keep their secrets.
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I always listen to people when they talk about their problems.
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I share my feelings with others easily.
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I gladly sacrifice my own self-interest for the benefit of the group I am in.
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I think it is valuable to hear everyone's opinions.
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When I am in a position of authority, I never blame others for problems.
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I exercise regularly.
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I can't imagine myself lying or cheating.
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I have created something beautiful over the last year
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I have been profoundly fortunate in my life.
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I always hope for the best.
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I feel I have a mission in my life.
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People are attracted to me because I am humble.
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I am known for my good sense of humor.
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People describe me as full of enthusiasm.
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I try to respond with understanding when someone treats me badly.
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The 24 strengths measured by the VIA and from which the CharacterStrengths and Virtues
classification manual has been developed are grouped into 6 categories and are as follows:
Wisdom and knowledge: Cognitive strengths involving the acquisition and use of knowledge.
1. Curiosity, interest in the world
Be interested in what is happening in the world, find fascinating topics, explore and discover new
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2. Love for knowledge and learning
Becoming proficient in new subjects and knowledge, continuous tendency to acquire new learning.
3. Judgment, critical thinking, open-mindedness
Think about things and examine all their meanings and nuances. Do not draw conclusions at
random, but after evaluating each possibility. Be willing to change one's own ideas based on
evidence.
4. Ingenuity, originality, practical intelligence
To think of new and productive ways and ways of doing things. It includes artistic creation but is
not limited exclusively to it.
5. Perspective
To be able to give wise and appropriate advice to others, finding ways not only to understand the
world but to help others understand it.
2. Courage: Emotional strengths that involve the achievement of goals in difficult situations,
external or internal.
6. Courage
Not to be intimidated by threat, change, difficulty or pain. To be able to defend a position that one
believes to be correct even if there is strong opposition from others, to act according to one's
convictions even if this means being criticized. It includes physical strength but is not limited to
that.
7. Perseverance and diligence
Finish what you start. Persist in an activity even when there are obstacles. Obtain satisfaction for
the tasks undertaken and successfully completed.
8. Integrity, honesty, authenticity
Always be truthful, unpretentious and take responsibility for one's feelings and actions.
9. Vitality and passion for things
Face life with enthusiasm and energy. Doing things with conviction and giving your all. Living life as
an exciting adventure, feeling alive and active.
3. Humanity: Interpersonal strengths that involve caring and offering friendship and affection to
others.
10. Love, attachment, capacity to love and be loved.
To have important and valuable relationships with others, particularly those in which affection and
care are mutual. Feeling close and attached to other people.
11. Sympathy, kindness, generosity
Doing favors and good deeds for others, helping and caring for others.
12. Emotional, personal and social intelligence
To be aware of one's own and others' emotions and feelings, to know how to behave in different
social situations, to know what things are important to other people, to have empathy.
4. Justice: Civic strengths that lead to a healthy community life.

13. Citizenship, civic-mindedness, loyalty, team work

Work well within a team or group of people, be loyal to the group and feel part of it.
14. Sense of justice, equity
Treat all people as equals in accordance with the notions of fairness and justice. Not letting
personal feelings influence decisions about others, giving everyone an equal opportunity. .
15. Leadership
Encourage the group of which one is a member to do things, as well as strengthen relationships
between people in the group. Organize group activities and bring them to a successful conclusion.
5. Moderation: Strengths that protect us against excesses.

16. Ability to forgive, mercy

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Ability to forgive those who have acted badly, giving them a second chance, not being vindictive or
spiteful.
17. Modesty, humility
Let others talk about you, do not seek to be the center of attention and do not think you are more
special than others.
18. Prudence, discretion, caution
Be cautious when making decisions, not taking unnecessary risks or saying or doing anything you
may later regret.
19. Self-control, self-regulation
To have the ability to regulate one's feelings and actions. Have discipline and control over impulses
and emotions.
6. Transcendence: Strengths that forge connections with the vastness of the universe and provide
meaning to life.

20. Appreciation of beauty and excellence, capacity for astonishment

Knowing how to appreciate the beauty of things, of everyday life, or being interested in aspects of
life such as nature, art, science...
21. Gratitude

Being aware of and grateful for the good things that happen to you. Know how to say thank you.
22. Hope, optimism, projection into the future

Expect the best for the future and work to achieve it. Believe that a good future is something that is
in our hands to achieve.
Sense of humor
Like to laugh and play jokes, smile often, see the positive side of life.
24. Spirituality, faith, religious sense
To think that there is a universal purpose or meaning in the things that happen in the world and in
one's own existence. Believing that there is something higher that shapes our behavior and protects
us.

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