tertiary · Temperance

Mercy

Part of the Character Strengths Wheel

About Mercy

The choice to respond to wrongdoing with understanding rather than punishment — releasing the need for retribution in favor of healing. Mercy does not condone harm; it refuses to be defined by it.

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Use our free interactive character strengths wheel to explore mercy and discover related emotions.

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