• Counter the Balance

  • Feb 26 2025
  • Length: 12 mins
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Counter the Balance

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  • Summary

  • Shannon, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shares insights on how the narratives we create around our health journeys can significantly impact our experiences. She emphasizes the power of shifting focus from negative thoughts to activating personal strengths for resilience and empowerment.
    • The importance of narrative in shaping cancer experiences
    • Explanation of negativity bias and its impact
    • Overview of character strengths and their relevance
    • Categorization of strengths: wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance, and transcendence
    • Personal anecdotes illustrating the use of strengths during adversity
    • Introduction to the VIA Survey for identifying unique strengths
    • Encouragement to engage with one's journey and apply learnings

    List of 24 Character Strengths

    VIA Survey

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