Character Strengths and Virtues
A Handbook and Classification
Christopher Peterson and Martin Seligman
Table of Contents
Part 1: Background
1:Introduction to a "Manual of the Sanities"
2:Universal Virtues? - Lessons from History
3:Previous Classifications of Character Strengths
Part 2: Strengths of Character
Strengths of Wisdom and Knowledge
4:Creativity [Originality, Ingenuity]
5:Curiosity [Interest, Novelty-Seeking, Openness to Experience]
6:Open-Mindedness [Judgement, Critical Thinking]
7:Love of Learning
8:Perspective [Wisdom]
Strengths of Courage
9:Bravery [Valor]
10:Persistence [Perseverance, Industriousness]
11:Integrity [Authenticity, Honesty]
12:Vitality [Zest, Enthusiasm, Vigor, Energy]
Strengths of Humanity
13:Love
14:Kindness [Generosity, Nurturance, Care, Compassion, Altruistic Love, "Niceness"]
15:Social Intelligence [Emotional Intelligence, Personal Intelligence]
Strengths of Justice
16:Citizenship [Social Responsibility, Loyalty, Teamwork]
17:Fairness
18:Leadership
Strengths of Temperance
19:Forgiveness and Mercy
20:Modesty and Humility
21:Prudence
22:Self-Regulation [Self-Control]
Strengths of Transcendence
23:Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence [Awe, Wonder, Elevation]
24:Gratitude
25:Hope [Optimism, Future-Mindedness, Future Orientation]
26:Humor [Playfulness]
27:Spirituality [Religiousness, Faith, Purpose]
Part 3: Conclusions
28:Assessment and Applications