Signature Strengths ko naman...

I followed the link on Sir Kintanar's blog (check out: http://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/default.aspx) And this is the analysis I got:

Top Signature Strengths:

1. Spirituality, sense of purpose and faith

2. Love of Learning

3. Creativity, ingenuity, and originality

4. Kindness and generosity

5. Gratitude

I am definitely not surprised with this turnout. These are the things that are "obvious" when people get to know me, no matter what setting I am in. Though some people would argue that the gratitude part is "slow" where I am concerned, it's mainly because I prefer to reciprocate in kind or by doing some small favor for a person I have to thank, as opposed to giving verbal affirmation. And of course, as always, it's my faith that can keep me grounded. Though I carp and cry a lot, I still manage to find some sense of purpose at the end of the day, or to take time out to pray.

I'm not surprised that I also scored relatively high on being brave, being able to love and be loved, being able to appreciate beauty, being zestful and energetic, and being curious about the world.

Now for the things that I could improve in:

1. Self-control

2. Modesty and humility

3. Caution and discretion

4. Humor and playfulness

5. Forgiveness and mercy

....okay...now I understand some more of what's been up with me (and some areas of my life) nowadays. I suppose this lack of strength in these areas can explain why I have a tendency to blow up a lot at my friends, to get into plenty of fights and to freak out a lot.

Oddly enough though, God gives me opportunities to work on these areas (in fact some of those opportunities are right next to me even as I type this). These people/situations/subjects/circumstances/disabilities in my life are not supposed to be hindrances, but perhaps they are ways for me to work on my "weaknesses" as a person.

Actually, I'm going to have to take some time to work on these areas. Soon. If I want to be able to do the one thing I know I have to do....