STRENGTHS OF CHARACTER

Character of
Strenghts
- An exploration of key character strengths for personal
development

Presented by : Julia Tambis, Charles Wate, Shiena Marie Reyes, Jay Anne Sparks, Keno Zapanta, Ace Villamor, Alyssa Kaye Soylon, Angelique Kyla
Roa, Isabel Joy Villafuerte, Mon Teruel
 Self Regulation
Definition: Complex character strength involving control of appetites and
emotions.
Example: Choosing a healthy snack instead of indulging in unhealthy
comfort food during stress.

Key Points:
- Confidence in effectiveness and goal achievement.
- Admiration for controlling reactions.
- Metaphor: Self-regulation as a muscle.
- Virtue Category: Temperance

"I manage my feelings and actions and am disciplined and self-controlled."

 Self Regulation
Self-Regulation is a complex character strength. It involves controlling your
appetites and emotions, regulating what you do. Those high in self-regulation have
confidence in their ability to be effective in their pursuits, likely to achieve their
goals. They are admired for their ability to control reactions to disappointment and
insecurities. Self-regulation helps maintain balance, order, and progress in life. It can
be viewed as a resource that can be depleted or fatigued, acting like a muscle that
can be exhausted through over-exertion or strengthened through regular practice.

Example: When faced with a tough situation, I take a deep breath and think before
reacting, showing control and discipline.
 SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE
Definition: Displaying awareness of others' motives and feelings.

Example: Adapting communication style based on the emotional state of the audience.

- Key Points:
- Social awareness: what we sense about others.
- Social facility: what we do with our awareness.
- Virtue Category: Humanity

"I am aware of and understand my feelings and thoughts, as well as the feelings of those
around me."
 SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE
When a person knows what makes other people tick, they display social intelligence.
They are aware of the motives and feelings of themselves and others, knowing how to fit
into different social situations. Social intelligence involves two general components: social
awareness (what we sense about others) and social facility (what we do with our
awareness). Social Intelligence is a strength within the virtue category of humanity.

Example: If a friend seems upset, I ask if everything is okay instead of waiting for them to say
something, demonstrating emotional awareness.
 SPIRITUALITY
- Definition: Inner connection to the transcendent, seeking meaning, peace, and purpose.

- Example: Pursuing activities that align with personal values and contribute to a greater good.

Key Points:
- Various dimensions including meaning, purpose, life calling.
- Connection with "the sacred" and the transcendent.
- Virtue Category: Transcendence.

"I feel spiritual and believe in a sense of purpose or meaning in my life; and I see my place in the grand scheme of
the universe and find meaning in everyday life."
 SPIRITUALITY
The strength of spirituality has many dimensions, including meaning, purpose, life calling, beliefs about
the universe, and the expression of virtue/goodness. Spirituality involves the belief that there is a
dimension to life beyond human understanding, connecting with "the sacred." It describes the private,
intimate relationship between humans and the divine and the virtues resulting from these relationships.
Spirituality is universal, present in all cultures with a concept of an ultimate, transcendent, sacred force.
Spirituality is a strength within the virtue category of transcendence.

Example: Taking a moment each day to reflect on what gives my life meaning and purpose, like spending
time with loved ones or pursuing personal goals.
 TEAM WORK
Definition: Commitment to contribute to the team's success.

Example: Volunteering time and skills to support community initiatives.

- Key Points:
- Relationship to citizenship, loyalty, patriotism.
- Commitment to the good of the group as a whole.
- Virtue Category: Justice

"I am a helpful and contributing group and team member, and feel responsible for helping the team reach
its goals."
 TEAM WORK
Teamwork means being committed to contributing to the team's success in various contexts, such as work,
sports, family, marriage, or projects with friends. It extends to being a good citizen in the community and
having social responsibility. Teamwork is closely related to citizenship, loyalty, and patriotism. It is a
strength within the virtue category of justice.

*Example:* Working together with my classmates on a project, making sure everyone contributes, and
we achieve success as a team.
 ZEST
Definition: Approaching life with excitement and energy.

Example: Engaging in hobbies or activities that bring joy and fulfillment.

Key Points :
- Directly related to physical and psychological wellness.
- Strong ties to overall life satisfaction and engagement.
- Virtue Category: Courage

"I feel vital and full of energy; I approach life feeling activated and enthusiastic."
 ZEST

Zest means approaching life with excitement and energy, not halfway or halfheartedly.
Those high in zest are excited to start the day and live life as an adventure. Zest is directly
related to physical and psychological wellness, with strong ties to overall life satisfaction
and engagement. Zest is a strength within the virtue category of courage.

Example:Waking up excited for the day ahead, eager to tackle challenges at work with a
positive and energetic attitude.
 Thank
You!
Presented by : Julia Tambis, Charles Wate, Shiena Marie Reyes, Jay Anne Sparks, Keno Zapanta, Ace Villamor, Alyssa Kaye
Soylon, Angelique Kyla Roa, Isabel Joy Villafuerte, Mon Teruel