WHAT IS CHARACTER

The word "character" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "charaktr", referring to a mark impressed upon a coin. The combination of qualities or features that distinguishes one person, group, or thing from another. A distinguishing feature or attribute, as of an individual, group, or category. A description of a person's attributes and abilities. Ethical Strength of person There are 49 character qualities

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Alertness
"Being aware of what is taking place around me so I can have the right responses." Keep my eyes and ears open Recognize warning signals Choose to do right before I am attacked Tell others of danger Stay away from unsafe places

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Attentiveness
" Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration." Look at people when they speak to me Ask questions if I don't understand Sit or stand upright Not draw attention to myself Keep my eyes, ears, hands, feet and mouth from distractions

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Boldness
" Confidence that what I have to say or do is true, right and just." Not be afraid to speak the truth Keep a clear motivation Support others when they are right Be willing to stand alone

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Cautiousness
" Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions." Not be afraid to speak the truth Keep a clear motivation Support others when they are right Be willing to stand alone

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Contentment
" Realizing that true happiness does not depend on material conditions." Be thankful for what I do have Not complain about what I don't have Not always ask for "one more" Value people above things Want less and give more

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Creativity
" Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new perspective." Use my talents for good See things from more than one perspective Use principles to solve problems Learn all I can Look for new ways to be a person of character

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Decisiveness
" The ability to recognize key factors and finalize difficult decisions." Not look back Do what I say Make the right decision and stick to it Look at things from more than one point of view before making up my mind Not give in to peer pressure

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Dependability
" Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice." Keep my word Be careful what I promise Correct my mistakes Pull my share of the load Not have a bad attitude

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Determination
" Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition." Set goals Make sure my goals are right Ignore distractions Not be discouraged by others Face problems head-on

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Enthusiasm
" Expressing joy in each task as I give it my best effort." Be an energy-giver to others Smile Treat every job as important Put my whole heart into what I do Not be discouraged by failure

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Faith
" Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when I cannot see how." Expect the best Make right choices based on principles of character rather than whims of circumstance Believe the truth and reject a lie Not take things for granted Trust those who have proven character

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Flexibility
" Willingness to change plans or ideas according to the direction of my authorities." Not get upset when plans change Respect the decisions of my authorities Look for good in changes Not compromise what is right

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Forgiveness
" Clearing the record of those who have wronged me." Be quick to forgive Not seek revenge Respond kindly to those who hurt me Not take up offenses for others

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Generosity
" Carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need." Share what I have with others Recycle Not expect anything in return Give my time and talents Praise the good I see in others

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Gentleness
" Showing consideration and personal concern for others." Show good manners Reject violence as a solution to my problems Look for ways to ease the pain of others Not annoy or irritate others Be a peacemaker

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Gratefulness
" Letting others know by my words and actions how they have benefited my life." Show my elders that I appreciate them Write "thank you" notes Take care of my things Be content with what I have Count my benefits rather than my burdens

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Honor
" Respecting those in leadership because of the higher authorities they represent." Be attentive to those who lead me Show loyalty to my authorities Speak only the truth Obey cheerfully

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Initiative
" Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it." Do what is right before being told Dont pend for tomorrow the things I can do today Contribute to the success of the whole team Be a part of the solution rather than the problem

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Loyalty
" Using difficult times to demonstrate my commitment to those I serve." Serve my elders Encourage others in hard times Point out the good in others Honor my country

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Obedience
" Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the wise direction of those who are responsible for me." Obey my authorities immediately Have a cheerful attitude Complete all that I am expected to do Not complain Go the "extra mile"

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Patience
" Accepting a difficult situation without giving a deadline to remove it." Change the things I can change and accept the things I can't Keep trying until I succeed Make the most of my spare time Not interrupt Not complain if I don't get my way

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Punctuality
" Showing esteem for others by doing the right thing at the right time." Be at the right place at the right time Prepare for unexpected delays Do my work ahead of time Plan a daily schedule and keep it Not fall into the trap of "just one more"

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Responsibility
" Knowing and doing what is expected of me."
Keep my promises Not make excuses Do all my work to the best of my ability Make things right when I do wrong Know my duty and do my duty

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Wisdom
" Making practical applications of truth in daily decisions." Listen to my parents and teachers Learn from correction Choose my friends carefully Remember there are consequences to all my actions. Ask, "What is the right thing to do?"