Character Strengths, Judaism and the Science of Human Flourishing

Character Strengths, Judaism and the Science of Human Flourishing

What if we could use the principle of psychology not just to treat problems and shortcomings, but to reach our greatest potential? What are the best qualities of individuals and communities, transcending history, place and culture? And how do we stay conscious of, and use, these virtues in a chaotic, confusing world?

We spoke with Dr. Ryan Niemiec, education director of the VIA Institute on Character, about developing ways to measure how communities and individuals succeed.

This program is part of the project “Science Education for Jewish Professionals,” a series of webinars run in partnership the American Association for the Advancement of Science Program of Dialogue on Science, Ethics and Religion, in partnership with Sinai and Synapses, hosted by Clal – The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership, and funded by the John Templeton Foundation.

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