Sustain a Positive Perspective - Breathing Space Blog

Martin Seligman, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, offers seven essential traits for living a happy life:

* Love of learning-an interest in acquiring new skills.

* Creativity-trying new things just for fun and producing something surprising.

* Humility-recognizing your own abilities and appreciating those of others.

* Humor-being able to find something amusing even in difficult times, and helping others do so, too.

* Persistence-working through to a goal despite obstacles.

* Gratitude-being thankful for the things you have.

* Forgiveness-being able to let go of hurt and anger.