VIA Character Strength Spotlight: Prudence

June 15, 2020

Prudence is one of 24 universal character strengths and in the virtue category of temperance. It involves being careful about one’s choices. It is one of the strengths associated with physical health, job performance and productivity.

Use your prudence for an act of kindness. Plan out in detail a special event for a friend or family member in a way that makes them feel good.

VIA character strengths are a family of positive personality traits reflected in our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. They are basic building blocks of a flourishing life and serve as pathways to PERMA wellbeing.

Learn more about building your prudence strength.

Source: Character Strengths Interventions: A Field Guide for Practitioners, Ryan M. Niemiec (2018).

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