Saturday, August 20, 2011

Virtues for a good character

Character is a set of attributes or qualities that defines a person and forms the basis upon which he/she is judged. Character is what we do when nobody’s looking. Every attribute of us goes into the building of our character. The stability of our lives depend on the character we possess. It is an underlying factor in every person's life that determines how successful he or she will be. 
Character is destiny.
 
Integrity : Quality characterized by honesty, reliability, and fairness, developed in a relationship over time. It is the condition of being whole or undivided; completeness. Integrity is steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code in keeping our word and standing for what we believe. 
 
Determination : Strength of mind that allows one to endure pain or adversity with courage. It enables us to do what is right in the face of difficulty. Courage, patience and a healthy self confidence are all aspects of a determined mind. 
Self Control/Will Power : Control of one's emotions, desires, or actions by one's own will. Self Control is the ability to govern ourselves, to resist our temptations. " He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior " - Confucius 
 
Love : Love generates the willingness to sacrifice for the sake of another. Devotion, kindness, adoration, patriotism & forgiveness make up the virtues of love. 
 
Positive attitude : A person with a positive attitude is an asset to himself and to others. Hope, enthusiasm, flexibility & a sense of humor are all parts of positive attitude.
 
Hard work and Responsibility : Responsibility is the obligation to carry forward an assigned task to a successful conclusion. There is no substitute for work and no shortcut for success. Success is achieved only through hard work. Attentiveness, Alertness, Obedience, Responsibility ,Truthfulness, Diligence, Orderliness, Creativity and Thoroughness are all virtues of a hardworking and responsible person.
 
Gratitude/Thankfulness/Gratefulness : Gratitude is a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation. It reminds us to be thankful for everything we have. We can increase our blessings just by being grateful for what we have. 
 
Humility/ Modesty/ Humbleness : The quality or condition of being humble. Humility makes us aware of our inadequacies and encourages us to become better people. “ It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that makes men as angels." - St.Augustine 

Watch your thoughts; they become words. 
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions, they become habits. 
Watch your habits; they become character. 
Watch your character; it becomes your destiny. 
                                                     - Frank Outlaw
 
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