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Willingness and ability to face fears and try new things. Tolerance for uncertainty. Social confidence.

Interest and pleasure in exploring creative potential. Tendency to see novel solutions to problems.

Love of learning. Intellectual engagement. Enthusiasm for experiencing the world. Proclivity to develop passions and interests.

Awareness of and pleasure in supporting the needs of others, and of society at large. Self-transcendence. Magnanimity.

Ability and willingness to do things on one's own. Self-initiative, self-motivation, self-care. Decisiveness.

Ability to understand the emotions and behaviours of others, and to respond accordingly. Ability to compromise and listen. Communication skills. Leadership.

Interest and pleasure in movement and healthy living. Athleticism.

Rootedness in one’s cultural traditions and values. Depth of spirituality.

Ability to handle setbacks and adversity—to maintain an optimistic, proactive orientation when under duress. Willingness to take on challenges.

Awareness of the relationship between behaviour and consequences. Willingness to take ownership of consequences, good and bad.

Willingness and ability to work with people who are different. Broad-mindedness. Patience.

Conscientiousness, discipline, and self-control. The ability to regulate emotions and behaviour. Organization and executive functioning skills.