This Week with Introspective

The definition of Legacy from the Strengths Profile:

• You have a natural ability to focus on the smallest detail.

• You get a buzz from spotting inaccuracies. Errors just seem to jump out at you.

• You would never submit anything yourself that contained a mistake.

Questions to help you bring this strength to life:

• What kind of impact do I hope my work or presence has on others over time?

• What knowledge, experience, or lessons do I carry that could benefit future generations?

• What feels most meaningful for me to invest in right now — and why?

Resources of the Week

Article

Do You Focus Enough on Your Personal Legacy?

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Regardless of where you are in your career and in your life, it is never too early to start thinking about your legacy. One

By Ronald E. Riggio Ph.D.

Book

The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life

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Everybody tells you to live for a cause larger than yourself, but how exactly do you do it? The author of The Road to Character explores what it takes to lead a meaningful life in a self-centered world.

by David Brooks

Article

The Small Actions That Become Your Legacy

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Legacy isn’t built through grand gestures, but through the small, consistent actions and everyday choices that quietly shape how others experience and remember your impact over time.

by Elisabeth Hayes

Strength Story: Liz

The Strength of Legacy

For Liz, Legacy is about ensuring families don’t have to struggle alone. Shaped by her own experience raising an adopted child without adequate resources, she transformed personal challenge into purpose — returning to school, becoming a counselor, and dedicating her work to trauma-informed support for adoptive families. Today, her focus is on lasting impact: sharing knowledge, training others, and creating tools that will continue to support families long after her direct work ends.

Fact of the Week

People who feel they are creating a legacy are more likely to experience life satisfaction, a sense of meaning, and positive mental health—especially as they age.

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