Today we are experiencing uncertain times. The structures we thought would support us are no longer working. Has this presented a challenge for you? Do you feel lost and confused? Do you see many opportunities before you, and feel overwhelmed with the many options? Do you wish to take action, and find yourself hesitant with the uncertainty?
I would like you to consider the benefits of discovering and honoring your strengths. Some of the most powerful strengths are those that have identified in Positive Psychology, Character Strengths and Virtues. You can easily discover your unique strengths by going to the Authentic Happiness website
and taking the VIA Strengths Test.
The excitement, however, from using strengths, however, does not result from simply identifying
them, or seeing the words on a sheet of paper. In order to really discover their power you need
to be able to take action, use them, and discover how they apply to your life.
In earlier posts I have shared with you the power of declarations in aligning your intentions, vision,
mission, actions and goals. The most famous declaration is The Declaration of Independence. In the last post, I shared with you Caroline Myss work on The Sacred Contract of America. She believes it is the seeding of global self-esteem. When you understand the work on character strengths, you will see how you can help to contribute to this mission, one moment at a time, right where you are, with the people that are meaningful in your life. Most fascinating about the work on character strengths, is that it emerged from Philadelphia, the birth place of our country. Do you sense the mystical influence?
Here are seven benefits of honoring your strengths. I will be discussing in my upcoming teleseminar and in my posts.
1) You will discover the hidden power within yourself. Often we look to external forces for our happiness: food, stuff, or money. Strengths help you gain access to the flow that comes from within.
2) When you are in your strengths you will find yourself engaged, absorbed, and deeply gratified by serving a higher purpose.
3) Your unique combination of strengths helps you to focus. Each person has three to five strengths that they use most frequently, rather than many. When you are aware of them, they will help you to focus your energy. You can use the same strengths in many situations, at home, at work, and in the community.
4) Because strengths are related to higher ideals, they help you to bring out the best of yourself, so that you can fulfill your higher potential. The positive energy helps you to collaborate with others.
5) When you define your area contribution you will find that you can better appreciate the contributions of others. This allows for more effective teamwork.
6) Strengths have the power to transform the negative into the positive. Have you ever noticed that some people "push your buttons?" You will see it very differently when you discover their strengths.
7) Character strengths span the generations. When you find ways to connect with your strengths, you will tap in the power of your lineage and create hope for the future.
Now isn't that attractive? I look forward to hearing from you
Warm Regards,
Dr. Alice
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