As if there was not enough character forming available Sims 3 gives you the option of these perks listed below. As your sim goes on throughout their life they have specific wishes. If a wish gets "granted" then you recieve points, which then can be spent on these options. Some of these perks are helpful if you are trying to topple a challenge.
Fast Metabolism
Speedy Cleaner
Discount Diner
Professional Slacker
Observant
Office Hero
Legendary Host
Complimentary Entertainment
Bookshop Bargainer
Fertility Treatment
Opportunistic
Multi-Tasker
Steel Bladder
Never Dull
Change Lifetime Wish
Attractive
Vacationer
Haggler
Fast Learner
Dirt Defiant
Long Distant Friend
Mid-Life Crisis
Super Green Thumb
Hardly Hungry
Acclaimed Author
Extra Creative
Collection Helper
Food Replicator
Moodlet Manager
Teleportation Pad
Body Sculpter
