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Download the VIA Classification of 24 Character Strengths

Character strengths are positive traits - capacities for thinking, feeling, and behaving in ways that benefit you and others. The VIA Classification of Character Strengths is comprised of 24 character strengths that fall under 6 broad virtue categories. The free VIA Survey is designed to measure the 24 character strengths in individuals.

Explore More Strategies to Apply Your Strengths and Thrive

After you've completed the VIA Survey, your Total 24 Report provides the most thorough review of your 24 character strengths with the latest research-backed practices linking each of your strengths to different positive life outcomes such as greater happiness, higher achievement, better health and stronger relationships.