Strengths & Virtues
Everyone has a characteristic set of strengths and virtues, that is, things that they are naturally “good” or “strong” on. Research in Positive Psychology suggests that there are (at least) 24 strengths and virtues that are recognized in most cultures.
Using the Big Five Personality Traits (OCEAN) in Practice
When I became fascinated by the ability of endurance athletes to push their minds and bodies to their limits, personality was an obvious area to [...]
Do Personality Traits Impact Coaching & Therapy Outcomes?
As young people, we often feel desperate to display our individuality yet also find a group in which we feel secure. When I was a [...]
What Are Character Strengths & Virtues?
As a psychologist interested in exploring what drives human potential, I regularly return to one key insight: Our character strengths shape who we are and [...]
Character Traits: How to Foster the Good & Manage the Bad
As a psychologist and educator with over a decade of experience integrating character development into clinical treatment, I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of cultivating [...]
Courage: An Essential Virtue for Authentic Living
Brené Brown’s (2012) book Daring Greatly is a sensation. Its title, however, could be seen to highlight a common misconception about courage: that it is [...]
Type B Personality Advantages: Stress Less, Achieve More
Type B personalities, known for their relaxed, patient, and easygoing nature, offer unique advantages in both personal and professional contexts. There are myriad benefits to [...]
Jungian Psychology: Unraveling the Unconscious Mind
Alongside Sigmund Freud, the Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) is one of the most important innovators in the field of modern depth [...]
12 Jungian Archetypes: The Foundation of Personality
In the vast tapestry of human existence, woven with the threads of individual experiences and collective consciousness, lies a profound understanding of the human psyche. [...]
10 Best Personality Assessments & Inventories
Do you coach or manage a group of vastly different people? Perhaps they respond differently to news, or react differently to your feedback. They voice [...]
What Are the Hogan Assessments? How to Interpret the Results
A company’s performance is built on effective individuals and highly integrated teams. Working and performing well together and employee satisfaction and wellbeing are crucial to [...]
