Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence

What is Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence?

Those who express an appreciation of beauty & excellence notice and appreciate beauty, excellence and/or skilled performance in all domains of life, from nature to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience. This strength is deeply associated with a heightened awareness of the world around us.

People high in Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence are responsive to these three types of goodness:

Physical Beauty.

This may include auditory, tactile, or abstract. This type of goodness produces awe and wonder in the person experiencing it —often sparking artistic or emotional reflection.

Skill or Talent (Excellence).

This is often energizing and compels a person to pursue their own goals. It inspires admiration.

Virtue or moral goodness (moral beauty).

Virtuous goodness makes someone want to be better, more loving, and creates feelings of elevation and may influence one's own project or personal values.

Unlocking Growth Through Character Strengths 

Whether you're looking to deepen your self-awareness, improve social bonds, or contribute more meaningfully to your team or project, developing this strength can be a powerful way to engage with life.

By developing this strength over time, individuals often find a richer appreciation for both their inner and outer worlds. Recognizing excellence in others becomes not just an observation, but an invitation to grow, collaborate, and work toward becoming one's best self.