Transcendence consists of strengths that forge connections to the universe and provide meaning.The following mind map lists the five strengths that belong to this group - each is briefly defined thereafter.
Strengths Providing Meaning and Connection
Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence (awe, wonder, elevation): Noticing and appreciating beauty, excellence and/or skilled performance in various domains of life, from nature to art to mathematics to science to everyday experience.
Gratitude: Being aware of and thankful for the good things that happen; taking time to express thanks.
Hope (optimism, future-mindedness, future orientation): Expecting the best in the future and working to achieve it; believing that a good future is something that can be brought about.
Humour (playfulness): Liking to laugh and tease; bringing smiles to other people; seeing the light side; making (not necessarily telling) jokes.
Religiousness and Spirituality (faith, purpose): Having coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of the universe; knowing where one fits within the lager scheme; having beliefs about the meaning of life that shape conduct and provide comfort.