Giving & Relating
This key encourages acts of kindness toward others and can include smiling, volunteering, or helping a friend.
What is giving?
This key emphasizes taking care of your physical self through movement, sleep, and nutrition.
What is exercise or taking care of your body?
This key involves being part of something bigger than yourself, such as community, faith, or purpose.
What is meaning?
People strong in this CliftonStrength uplift others and see the bright side.
What is positivity?
What metaphor is often used to describe someone with Positivity?
What is a ray of sunshine or a spark plug?
This is the key focused on strengthening relationships and social connection.
What is relating?
This mindfulness practice means focusing on the present moment without judgment.
What is awareness?
Setting short- and long-term intentions is part of this key.
What is direction/goals?
Name one way to inspire optimism in a team or group.
What is celebrating wins, encouraging others, or focusing on what's possible?
How might someone with Positivity contribute in a group setting?
What is energizing others, boosting morale, or celebrating success?
True or False: Strong social relationships have a bigger impact on happiness than income.
True
This key promotes mental wellbeing through continued learning and curiosity.
What is trying out/learning new things?
According to the 10 Keys, meaning gives us a sense of this.
What is belonging or fulfillment?
What do people with Positivity often bring to challenging situations?
What is hope, humor, or energy?
Name one profession where Positivity is especially impactful.
What is a teacher, coach, nurse, public speaker?
Name one way you can "Give" without spending money.
What is giving time, compliments, or attention?
Doing this physical activity for just 10 minutes a day can improve mood and energy.
What is walking/exercise?
True or False: People with clear goals are more likely to feel positive emotions daily.
True
How does Positivity relate to the "Emotions" key in the 10 Keys to Happier Living?
What is encourages noticing and managing emotions positively?
What’s a common pairing with Positivity that helps get things done?
What is Achiever, Woo, Communication, or Developer?
This key is often activated when you combine giving and relating, such as writing a thank-you note.
What is appreciation or expressing gratitude?
Which two "Keys" in this category help reduce stress and improve clarity?
What are awareness and exercise (taking care of your body)?
This type of goal is more likely to sustain happiness: intrinsic or extrinsic?
What are intrinsic goals?
Someone with high Positivity might struggle with this when working with negative teammates.
What is absorbing pessimism or staying upbeat in the face of negativity?
How can someone with Positivity manage burnout or emotional fatigue?
What is self-care, setting boundaries, or recharging with joyful activities?