About the Author

Hi! My name is Tan, a career corporate attorney (totally type A!). I stumbled across the path to wellbeing and happiness late in life (deep into type B and working toward typeless in this lifetime!). Grateful for the discovery, I wanted to share what I learned with others. I applied to Upenn’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology Program to solidify the teachings and found that my true passion in life is forging along the path of unconditional wellbeing! Click here to read my application essay on why this work is so important to me [View].

During my studies, I learned about character strengths and how they can help us live our best lives. Like our physical muscles, we can exercise our character muscles and strengthen them! By embracing, developing and embodying the virtues of character strengths, we can build a strong foundation for happiness and continual growth.

Mission of Character Chums

  • Our Character Chum friends want to inspire children and their parents to become the best version of themselves.

  • Combining charming stories based on the Virtues In Action (VIA) 24 character strength descriptions, the Character Chums provides reflection moments and tools that parents and kids can use to strengthen their character muscles!

  • Reflection questions, suggestions for movies and additional books on the topic, and research based interventions turns a “word” into a week or months long embodiment journey!

  • Become a super strength warrior for access to even more materials, a personal journal log for reflection, and weekly insights!

  • Want a personalized strength poem? Click here to order a personalized poster that is uniquely you!

Building Strong Hearts and Minds

Combining the power of science and storytelling.

Cultivating a brighter future for children.

Empowering families to grow together.

Inspiring children to act with virtue and become the best version of themselves.