SIGNATURE STRENGHTS QUESTIONNAIRE

Curiosity/Interest in the World

a) The statement I am curious about the world and like to ask a lot of questions and explore is
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b) I am easily entertained is
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Love of Learning
a) The statement I like to learn new things and I am thrilled when I learn something new is
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b) I often go out of my way to visit museums or research new topics is
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Judgment/Critical Thinking/Open-Mindedness
a) The statement Beliefs should always be revised in response to new evidence is
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b) I dont tend to make snap judgments is
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Creativity, Ingenuity, Originality

a) I like to think of new ways to do things is
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b) Im never content with doing something the conventional way if a better way is possible is
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Perspective
a) I always bring both feelings and rationality into decisions is
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b) Others often come to me for advice is
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Valor and Bravery
a) I act on my convictions and take stand in the face of strong opposition is
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b) Pain and disappointment rarely get the better of me is
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Perseverance/Industry/Diligence
a) I always finish what I start is
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b) I rarely get sidetracked when completing tasks is
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Integrity/Authenticity
a) I live my life in a way that feels authentic and congruent with my true self is
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b) I am always honest about my thoughts, opinions, emotions, and beliefs even when they may be
unpopular or even when Im unsure of how they will be received.
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Kindness and Generosity
a) I have voluntarily helped a friend/neighbor/stranger, etc. recently is
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b) Doing good for others with love and kindness is
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Loving and Allowing Oneself to Be Loved

a) There are people in my life who care as much about my feelings and well-being as they do about their
own is
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b) I do not have trouble accepting love from others is
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Social Intelligence/Personal Intelligence/Emotional Intelligence

a) No matter what the social situation, I am able to get along with others is
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b) I am very in tune with the emotions of people around me is
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Citizenship/Duty/Teamwork/Loyalty
a) I work at my best when Im part of a group is
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b) I do not hesitate to sacrifice my self-interest for the benefit of groups I am in is
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Fairness and Equity

a) I treat all people equally and fairly, regardless of who they might be is
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b) Even if I do not like someone, I always treat him or her fairly is
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Leadership
a) I prefer to take on the leadership role in the group is
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b) I am very good at organizing group activities and seeing that they happen is
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Self-Control
a) I regulate my emotions and the urges that stem from my emotions is
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b) I often stick to the plans I make (e.g. an exercise plan or a plan not to engage in target behaviors)
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Prudence/Discretion/Caution
a) I rarely do or say things that I might later regret is
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b) I always consider the consequences of my actions and decisions before doing anything is
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Humility and Modesty

a) I never distort the facts in order to make people think more highly of me is
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b) I prefer to let my accomplishments speak for themselves is
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Forgiveness and Mercy
a) I always let bygones be bygones is
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b) I never try to get even or get revenge is
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Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence

a) I am often thrilled by excellence in music, art, drama, film, sport, science, or mathematics is
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b) I often make attempts to create anything of beauty is
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Gratitude
a) I always say thank you, even for little things is
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b) I often stop and count my blessings is
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Hope/Optimism/Future-Mindedness
a) I expect the best in the future and I work to achieve it is
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b) Despite challenges, I always remain hopeful about the future is
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Spirituality/Sense of Purpose/Faith
a) I have a sense of purpose in my life is
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b) I know where I fit in the larger scheme of things is
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Playfulness and Humor

a) I like to laugh and bringing smiles to others is important to me is
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b) I try to see the light side and add humor to whatever I do is
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Zest/Passion/Enthusiasm
a) I approach the things I do in life with excitement, enthusiasm, and energy is
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b) I rarely do anything halfheartedly is
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Wisdom and Knowledge

1) Curiosity _____
2) Love of Learning _____
3) Judgment ______
4) Ingenuity ______
5) Perspective _____
Total _____
Courage
6) Valor _____
7) Perseverance _____
8) Integrity _____
Total _____
Humanity and Love
9) Kindness _____
10) Love _____
11) Social Intelligence _____

Justice
12) Citizenship _____
13) Fairness _____
14) Leadership _____
Total _____
Temperance
15) Self-Control _____
16) Prudence _____
17) Humility _____
18) Forgiveness _____
Total _____
Transcendence
19) Appreciation of Beauty _____
20) Gratitude _____
21) Hope _____
22) Spirituality _____
23) Humor _____
24) Zest _____

Total _____
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Typically you will have five or fewer scores of 9 or 10, and these are your highest strengths at least as
you self-reported on them. Circle them. You may also have several lower scores, and these are areas to
work on. Also note which category (virtue) you had the highest total score in. This is your signature
virtue.