Harvard University

Explore SEL

Visual Tools
Frameworks
Thesaurus
About
Easel Labs, Harvard Graduate School of Education

Character Lab

curiosity

Curiosity is a strong desire to learn or know something—a search for information for its own sake.

gratitiude

Gratitude is the appreciation for the benefits we receive from others, and the desire to reciprocate.

grit

Grit is perseverance and passion for long-term goals.

growth mindset

Having a growth mindset means understanding that intelligence can be developed.

optimism

Optimism is being hopeful about future outcomes combined with the agency to shape that future.

purpose

Having a purpose means being driven by something larger than yourself.

self-control

Self-control is controlling one's own responses so they align with short- and long-term goals.

social/emotional intelligence

Social/Emotional intelligence is understanding feelings and using them to inform actions.

zest

Zest—also referred to as vitality—is an approach to life that is filled with excitement and energy.

← Back to Character Lab
  • Home
  • Visual Tools
  • Frameworks
  • Terms
  • About SEL
  • Our Work
  • Our Team
  • Our Methods
  • Feedback
  • Roadmap
  • FAQs
  • Digital Accessibility Policy
Easel Labs, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Design and Development by Friends of The Web