Thriving Indicators
Introduction
When adults know and understand the indicators of thriving, they are better prepared to help youth reach their full potential. Social scientists have defined twelve indicators of thriving that fall within six domains defined by Dr. Richard Lerner of Tufts Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development. Reaching excellence in these domains (the six C’s)— competency, connection, character, caring confidence, and contribution—establishes a youth’s path to his or her full potential.