Zest is one of 24 universal character strengths and is within the virtue category of courage. It is about an enthusiasm for life. It involves doing things with all you have and not doing them halfway. You may also notice this strength in someone who spends money on experiences with people instead of spending money on products for themselves.
Is this one of your top strengths? Take the free VIA survey to get a rank order report of all 24 character strengths.
Develop your character strength of zest by using it in new ways. Make time for yourself a priority. Spend some time on self-care to replenish your energy.
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 zest. https://www.viacharacter.org/character-strengths/zest
Sources: Character Strengths Interventions: A Field Guide for Practitioners, Ryan M. Niemiec (2018).
Your Strengths Blueprint: How to be Engaged, Energized and Happy at Work, Michelle McQuaid and Erin Lawn (2014).