2025 VIA Survey Impact Study Results

Image from the 2025 VIA Survey Study Highlights Infographic

Today the VIA Institute on Character released the findings of its 2025 VIA Survey Impact Study. According to VIA’s Isabel Howell, the study “uncovered powerful evidence of the difference strengths discovery makes in people’s lives – greater self-awareness, more optimism, improved well-being, and confidence in handling challenges.”

Key findings from the study, which examined the behavior of 3,000 participants after they have completed the strengths survey, include:

• 83% found discovering their character strengths meaningful
• 74% gained greater self-awareness
• 54% now feel more optimistic about life
• 49% reported higher overall well-being

Additional resources:

• World’s Most Popular Strengths Assessment Proves Its Impact (PR Newswire)
• Press Release (VIA website)
• The New Mental Health: Science Says Start with a Character Test, Dr. Ryan Niemiec
• Highlights Infographic

The Mayerson Foundation is a proud supporter of VIA Institute on Character. Both Neal and Donna Mayerson serve on the VIA Board of Directors. Neal is also a Founder.