Christopher Peterson & Martin Seligman
Twenty-four strengths of character grouped under six virtues, drawn from a survey of the world's moral and religious traditions. Spirituality is one of the twenty-four — which is why a collection like this maps onto it directly rather than by analogy.
Each element below links to the passages in this collection that speak to it. The framework is not ours — it belongs to the researchers named above, and is reproduced here so you can use this collection through a model you already know.
Thinking of novel and productive ways to do things.
Taking an interest in ongoing experience; exploring and discovering.
Thinking things through and examining from all sides; open-mindedness.
Mastering new skills, topics and bodies of knowledge.
Providing wise counsel; having a big-picture view.
Not shrinking from threat, challenge, difficulty or pain.
Finishing what one starts; persisting despite obstacles.
Speaking the truth and presenting oneself genuinely.
Approaching life with excitement and energy.
Valuing close relations with others.
Doing good deeds for others; helping and caring.
Being aware of the motives and feelings of self and others.
Working well as a member of a group; loyalty.
Treating all people fairly according to justice and equity.
Organising group activities and seeing them through.
Forgiving those who have done wrong; accepting others' shortcomings.
Letting one's accomplishments speak for themselves.
Being careful about choices; not saying or doing what might be regretted.
Regulating what one feels and does; self-control.
Noticing and appreciating beauty, excellence and skilled performance.
Being aware of and thankful for good things.
Expecting the best in the future and working to achieve it.
Liking to laugh and tease; bringing smiles to others.
Having coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of life.