tertiary · Transcendence

Excellence

Part of the Character Strengths Wheel

What is Excellence?

A recognition of and deep respect for mastery in any domain. People who appreciate excellence are inspired rather than threatened by the achievements of others — they see greatness as a signal of what is possible.

When you might feel excellence

Excellence is a specific form of appreciation of beauty, which itself is a type of transcendence. You might experience this feeling in situations where transcendence is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define excellence.

Emotional Hierarchy

TranscendenceAppreciation of BeautyExcellence

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Related Emotions

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