So these are apparently my top five strengths
Belief- I have a strong belief system that causes me to be very family oriented and my beliefs are the core of most of my relationships. People know where I stand and can trust me to stay there. My beliefs give my life meaning.
Empathy- I intuitively know how people are feeling. I can be a listening ear to them, even if I do not completely agree with what they are saying, or with what they have done, I can still be a support to them becasue I can look at things from their perspective.
Connectedness- I believe that everything happens for a reason and that the choices we make effect the world around us. For this reason, I believe that it is important for everyone to be careful of what they do. This also gives me a sense of purpose, that somehow God is guiding us, even in the difficult times.
Developer- I see potential in others and I desire to help see that potential fulfilled. I challenge others to grow and try to help them in that process. I see the small steps of growth in people that many other people would overlook. It is this act of helping others to grow and develop that gives me great satisfaction, for this reason people come to me to help them in times of need, especially for encouragement.
Adaptability- I do not have my whole life planned out. Yes, I have plans, but I know that life will most likely not turn out just how I have planned it, and I am okay with this. Detours are a part of life and something that I do not resent taking part in. Plans change and that is okay with me.
I do see these strengths in me, although I have not developed many of them fully. However, they are there, and I am excited to develop them more. What do you think of these as my top five strengths? Do they fit me? Do you have comments about where you do or do not see them in me. Please respond :) Thanks!
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I strongly agree with all five of the strengths listed for you, Beth. I've known you for over 7 years, and I can totally see belief, empathy, connectedness, developer, and adaptability. You really are firmly grounded in and faithful to what you believe - in your values, your relationships, and especially your faith. You've been a great example and an encouragement to me in that... Your empathy is clearly displayed in the number of people (including myself) who come to you for advice or just a listening ear and a caring heart. I see your connectedness in how aware you are of the impact people's actions have on those around them. I think that quote you like so much, the "life is 10% what happens to you and 90% what you do with what happens to you" might be able to tie into it too. Now, I know we've had the teacher discussion before, and you didn't think you would want to be one, but you have so much developer in you! :) I'm sure you'll be able to use it in whatever you do, though - continuing to encourage others & help them grow. You are also quite flexible and adaptable too - able to go with the flow. :)
So yeah, obviously there is a lot more to you than just those five traits, but I personally think they do a very good job of describing part of you. :)
Yes, I can see the five strengths that you mentioned in you. I can see your adaptablitity very clearly because of the time spent together in a highly dynamic community that is in constant flux and you thrived! Some people did not. Connectedness is the one that next stands out to me. I'm not sure how you influence others in this way but you are greatly influenced by it. I doubt not that it gives you purpose- it's a part of breathing for you. Some people find giving up a relationship doable, this is unacceptable in your lifestyle. You are fiercly loyal. Beliefs are your backbone for sure. No fear runs in your voice when you express them. The next one is empathy. You characterize this by your wide variety of friends. This is possibly the secret to your versatile relationships. The final characteristic that struck me was ofcourse developper. I had not thought of this when I thought of you but I do recognize your intentional discussions over subjects that might be giving someone trouble in their life because you want to see them struggle in order to see them succeed. You can be "confrontational" this way. I don't know what else I should say except that I wrote my comments in the order the traits struck me from obviously apparent to more sublte. Keep strong!
Je suis tout a fait d'accord avec toutes les differents fortitudes que Strengthquest t'as donne. Quand j'ai lu chaque un des vos descriptions, j'ai pu immidatement panser d'un temps que j'ai vu cette characteristique dans ta vie. Je ne peut meme pas decide une que j'aime plus que les autres. Peut-etre Belief, mais aussi Developer et Empathy est tres fort. Bein sur qu'il y a des autres characteristiques qui te decrire aussi, mais pour un petit "instante" de qui tu es, c'est etonnamment precis.
Beth, you are such an incredible person, I find it hard to believe that you could be summed up in only 5 strengths, but this is what I think about the strengths you have. I believe that belief is a stong foundation to your life. You are like me in that I center much around my family and my beliefs. I love that we share that in common! I hope you are having a great weekend Beth, love you!
omg girl these are totally you! You are so sweet and together! I can totally see the belief and the adaptability! You have managed this life change sooo well and I can for sure see these strengths in you to do it...you are so amazingly strong! I can totally see the empathy in you too especially when we got to talk over ice cream... whenever i am with you I can totally tell that you are fully listening and caring about everything that I am saying... :) see you in like 10 min! love you woman! <3meredith
I can definitely see both belief and connectedness in your life! You strike me as someone who is very stable and knows how to bring out the best in people. You seem so comfortable during our group meetings, and I'm sure you'll have no trouble sharing your knowledge with the world after graduation. Your empathetic nature will help too, and I can't wait to see what great things you accomplish in the lives of others this year!
-Lauren
I KNEW you had to have developer. I've been reading everyone else's blogs and commenting on them, and there you were consistently giving praise, encouragement, and generally cheering people on in terms of their strengths. So yes, I'd say that is a big one for you and it is apparent that you put it into practice, which is wonderful!
Beth, I can definitely see empathy in you. It seems like you have developed really close relationships since you've been here and you really care about your friends. I'm sure you're very adaptable too because of the whole tck thing.
Beth I can so see that you have belief a a top strength! you stick to your guns and never say die! that is so amazing to have. you seem to like the group to function well together, am i right? Most definately you go wiht the flow and deal with things as they come along. You have some amazing strengths that will catty you far in life ;)
Beth...What to say...Well i can easily see all of your strengths in you and they are part of what makes you so wonderful. Everyday that i see you, your simple smile and "hello" make my day. And even more it is that you really care about my answer to "how are you." You rarely are satisfied with a simple "ok." That is because you are so in tuned to other's feelings. Thank you for caring so much and making my day with just being yourself!
Beth!!! Your strengths describe you perfectly! Belief is a great one an just from talking to you last week at our ff and hearing your opinions in class I saw your deep convictions and how they keep you going! that is a wonderful one to have! I have connectedness and adaptability too! I can really see them in how you trust that ther is a reason for every situation. you are really fun and easy to hang out with, hence adaptability! great strengths! well, anyways see you tomorrow!--Rebekah
I can see these strengths in your life and I don't think they are a mistake to be on your "top 5." Every time you talk I can sense that you feel strongly about it and that would definitely fit the belief aspect. But I also see that you adapt really easily to any conversation or discussion, you can join right in without feeling the least bit shy. I love you and you are an amazing person!
I strongly agree with Belief as your number one strength. Just in the little time we had together with our FF it was so apparent. Also, not only is it a strength of your but I think that it also ties in with your personality, making it an even stronger strength of yours. Another strength that I really see in you is Adaptability.
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