Humor (link is external)was the only strength to steadily and consistently increase from generation to generation in both raw score and rank-order. This is where social media supports us. Humor can be wonderfully expressed through the communication of videos, stories, and images with silly and funny twists. It is a constant stream of engagement and joy for those who are plugged in.
Humor brings smiles and laughter and is a lubricant for positive social relationships. This, coupled with the consistently high strengths of kindness and fairness, two strengths that are “other-oriented” in nature, bodes well for connecting with others and building relationships. After all, many scientists now view the building of positive relationships as the most important pathway for greater well-being.