Flourish

So, in the midst of my overly-stressed world, I am trying to focus on how I can become a better person. I am beginning with the book Flourish by Seligman which was given to me last Christmas by my co-madre. Recommended: take the Signature Strengths survey and then act upon it. Step one - here is the list of my top five strengths:

Your Top Strength

Love of learning -

You love learning new things, whether in a class or on your own. You have always loved school, reading, and museums-anywhere and everywhere there is an opportunity to learn.

Your Second Strength

Spirituality, sense of purpose, and faith -

You have strong and coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of the universe. You know where you fit in the larger scheme. Your beliefs shape your actions and are a source of comfort to you.

Strength #3

Appreciation of beauty and excellence -

You notice and appreciate beauty, excellence, and/or skilled performance in all domains of life, from nature to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience.

Strength #4

Gratitude -

You are aware of the good things that happen to you, and you never take them for granted. Your friends and family members know that you are a grateful person because you always take the time to express your thanks.

Strength #5

Kindness and generosity -

You are kind and generous to others, and you are never too busy to do a favor. You enjoy doing good deeds for others, even if you do not know them well.

Now, the task is to create a new way of using my strength and then write about the experience. I am resting today (very deliberately de-stressing) - it is still early in the afternoon and my focus is on accomplishing small things, one by one, to build up a feeling of accomplishment for myself. In the process, I will try to come up with something....