Lesser Known Virtues

According to this article, maintaining curiousity about our partners is the way to maintain the longevity of our romantic relationships. It could be argued that it's also key to longevity in general.

This one is often praised in the era of the online influencer

In times of adversity, courage is necessary. The courage to take risks and get out of one's comfort zone is the key to growth.

With media machines pushing our outrage buttons, the virtue of "Lack of emotion or of personal interest" can be beneficial.

I believe those that are flexible can accept different outcomes and maintain their happiness, rather than being miserable about not getting what they expect.

See this quote from the book/movie 'V for Vendetta':

“It seems strange that my life should end
in such a terrible place.
But for three years,
I had roses and apologized to no one.
I shall die here.
Every inch of me shall perish.
Every inch…
… but one.
An inch.
It is small, and it is fragile…
… and it is the only thing
in the world worth having.
We must never lose it or give it away.
We must never let them take it from us”

The universe is chaotic; entropy can only increase. Those that create order can make things more peaceful.

There aren't enough constants in the world - being a person who is reliable is a blessing to others.

Knowing what to say or what not to say can make a situation better or at least, not worse.

Be able to be amazed at what we observe in the world.