This is a strength I tested yesterday. Sorry there will be two posts today, I did write this one down yesterday though. I just wasn't near an internet connection. So here it is:

The strength I tested today was "Gratitude". This strength is defined as: you are aware of the good things that happen to you, and you never take them for granted. Your friends and family members know that you are a grateful person because you always take the time to express your thanks.

This was a very appropriate day to test this strength. Afterall, it was Thanksgiving. I tested this strength by doing something that we do every year. We go around the table before we eat and we say what we are thankful for. Every year I just say family, friends, and health. Many people in my family really elaborate, but I have just been really simple. This year I really branched out and went around the table and told every person why I am thankful for them.

Pleasure: 4; It was not very much fun. In fact it was a little uncomfortable.
Flow: 6; The time went really quickly. I was pretty focused on what I was saying. I was still really uncomfortable.
Meaning: 9; This actually meant a lot to me. I was uncomfortable during, but it definately felt good after. My Grandma actually cried. This meant more to me than anything I have done yet.

Debriefing:
This activity was not full of pleasure and didn't really flow with me, but in the end it really did mean a lot. I'm glad I pushed through the awkwardness! I would do this again, but probably not until next year. I won't make it an everyday thing!