Overview
Write a 3-4-page summary and analysis of your experiential learning after completing at least four Positive Psychology Journal activities.
Note: You are strongly encouraged to complete the assessments in this course in the sequence in which they are presented. You will need to complete Assessments 1-3 before beginning Assessment 4.
Context
The positive traits and character strengths of temperance are those that protect us from excess, or overdoing it. Forgiveness and mercy protect us from hatred, humility protects us from arrogance, prudence (being careful or cautious) protects us from immediate pleasures with long-term costs, and self-regulation protects us from emotional extremes (Peterson & Seligman, 2004).
Questions to Consider
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community.
• How is forgiveness a character strength of temperance? What is the personal benefit to you of forgiving another person? Are there any circumstances under which it is better to not forgive another who has harmed you?
• What are some of the personal benefits of developing or improving your self-regulation? What are some of the areas in which you could benefit from strengthening your self-regulation character strength, and what strategies might be helpful to you?
• What are some things that can interfere with developing a greater sense of gratitude?