Strengths and Values: Unlock Your True Potential

Discover your core character strengths and personal values through scientifically-backed assessment. Transform self-awareness into meaningful action and authentic living.

Discover Your Character Strengths

Understanding your strengths and values represents one of the most powerful steps toward personal fulfillment and professional success. While many people navigate life without clear awareness of what drives them, those who identify and align with their core strengths and values experience greater satisfaction, resilience, and authentic achievement.

Your character strengths serve as the building blocks of your personality—the positive traits that energize you and come naturally. Meanwhile, your values act as your internal compass, guiding decisions and defining what matters most. Together, they create a blueprint for living authentically and maximizing your potential.

The Science Behind Strengths and Values

Research published in Frontiers in Psychology demonstrates that individuals who actively use their character strengths report higher levels of well-being, engagement, and life satisfaction. The VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths Survey, developed by leading positive psychology researchers, identifies 24 character strengths organized under six core virtues.

The Oxford Character Project has conducted extensive research showing that character-based leadership and strengths awareness lead to sustainable improvements in performance, relationships, and personal growth. When you understand and apply your top strengths while honoring your core values, you create a foundation for authentic success.

What Makes This Assessment Different

  • Based on rigorous scientific research with over 15 million participants worldwide
  • Measures 24 distinct character strengths across six universal virtues
  • Provides personalized insights for personal and professional development
  • Offers practical strategies for applying strengths in daily life
  • Helps identify areas for growth while celebrating existing talents

Assessment Overview

Duration 15-20 minutes
Questions 120 items
Output Personalized strengths profile with detailed descriptions
Format Self-assessment questionnaire
Validity Scientifically validated across cultures and age groups

Transform Your Life Through Strengths Awareness

Enhanced Self-Understanding

Gain crystal-clear insight into your natural talents and what energizes you most. Understanding your top character strengths helps you recognize patterns in your behavior and motivation.

Career Alignment

Make informed decisions about roles, projects, and career paths that leverage your strengths. When your work aligns with your character strengths, engagement and performance naturally increase.

Improved Relationships

Understand how your strengths contribute to relationships and learn to appreciate the diverse strengths others bring. This creates deeper connections and more effective collaboration.

Personal Growth Strategy

Develop a focused approach to personal development by building on existing strengths while addressing growth areas. This creates sustainable progress and authentic development.

Values Clarification

Identify the core values that guide your decisions and bring meaning to your life. Clear values serve as a compass for navigating complex choices and maintaining integrity.

Increased Resilience

Learn to draw upon your character strengths during challenging times. Understanding your strengths provides tools for overcoming obstacles and bouncing back from setbacks.

Real Results from Real People

"Discovering my top strength as 'Love of Learning' completely changed how I approach my career. I now seek roles that involve continuous growth and education, and I've never been happier at work."

— Sarah M., Marketing Professional

"The assessment helped me understand why I thrive in leadership roles. My strengths of Hope and Social Intelligence align perfectly with inspiring and connecting with team members."

— David R., Team Leader

"I used to focus on fixing my weaknesses. Now I invest energy in developing my strengths of Creativity and Perseverance. The difference in my confidence and results has been remarkable."

— Maria L., Entrepreneur

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this character strengths assessment?
The VIA Character Strengths Survey is one of the most scientifically validated assessments in positive psychology. It has been tested across cultures, age groups, and languages with consistent reliability. The assessment identifies patterns in your responses to determine your signature strengths with high accuracy.
What's the difference between strengths and skills?
Skills are learned abilities that can be developed through practice and training. Character strengths are innate patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that energize you and come naturally. While you can improve skills through effort, strengths represent your authentic self and provide energy when used.
Can my character strengths change over time?
Your core character strengths tend to remain relatively stable throughout your life, though their expression may evolve. Life experiences, personal growth, and intentional development can influence how you apply your strengths, but your fundamental patterns typically persist.
How do I use my results for career development?
Your character strengths results provide a blueprint for career satisfaction. Look for roles that allow you to use your top strengths regularly. Consider how different career paths align with your strengths, and use this information to guide job searches, role negotiations, and professional development decisions.
Should I focus only on my top strengths?
While your top 5 signature strengths deserve primary attention, understanding your full profile provides valuable insights. Lesser strengths may become more relevant in different contexts or life phases. The goal is developing a comprehensive understanding of your character strengths landscape.

Expand Your Self-Discovery Journey

Understanding your character strengths and values represents just the beginning of comprehensive self-awareness. Consider exploring complementary assessments that provide additional insights into your personality, cognitive preferences, and career alignment.

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Your Authentic Path Forward

The journey toward authentic living begins with understanding who you truly are. Your character strengths and values provide the foundation for making decisions that align with your authentic self, pursuing goals that energize rather than drain you, and building relationships that honor your true nature.

Take the first step toward this deeper self-understanding. Your future self will appreciate the clarity, confidence, and direction that comes from knowing and honoring your character strengths and values.

Join the millions who have discovered their character strengths and transformed their approach to life, work, and relationships.