Charter Strengths: A Self Analysis

I am happy with my scores from the VIA Survey of Charter Strengths. I found the scores to be fitting with who I am. My top strength was spirituality, sense of purpose, and faith. The questionnaire says that, “my beliefs shape my actions and are a source of comfort.” I grew up in a Christian home and then over my high school years lost my spiritual connection. My first son was born and shortly after that I was drawn back to having a relationship with God. I have worked hard to understand where I want to be with my faith and now feel that my spirituality is stronger then it has even been. My relationship with God absolutely gives me a purpose, shapes my actions, and is a source of comfort. I can use this strength in my career because I feel that

I am making career choices based on where God is calling me to go. If I am faced with a challenge in work, I can use my strength of spirituality to be a constant reminder that God is doing work in my life not only for me but through me for other people as well.
My second strength is capacity to love and be loved. The questionnaire says that I, “value close relationships with others, in particular those in which sharing and caring are reciprocated.” I absolutely value my close relationships. My closest relationships are with my two children and my mother. These relationships mean the world to me. I also have close relationships with friends that I value as well. Having close relationships are important to me because of the connection that it brings. I can use this strength in my career because I understand the importance of connecting with people. Although, not all relationship will become close the importance of connecting with people is still valid. Especially in a leader or teacher role, I think the need to care for others is strong. When people feel that they are cared about they typically are more willing to listen and learn.