Qualities of a good character

• Alertness

Being aware of what is taking place around me so I can have the right responses

• Attentiveness

Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration

• Availability

Making my own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those I serve

• Benevolence

Giving to others’ basic needs without having as my motive personal reward

• Boldness

Confidence that what I have to say or do is true, right, and just

• Cautiousness

Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions

• Compassion

Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts of others

• Contentment

Realizing that true happiness does not depend on material conditions

• Creativity

Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new perspective

• Decisiveness

The ability to recognize key factors and finalize difficult decisions

• Deference

Limiting my freedom so I do not offend the tastes of those around me

• Dependability

Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice

• Determination

Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition

• Diligence

Investing my time and energy to complete each task assigned to me

• Discernment

Understanding the deeper reasons why things happen

• Discretion

Recognizing and avoiding words, actions, and attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences

• Endurance

The inward strength to withstand stress and do my best

• Enthusiasm

Expressing joy in each task as I give it my best effort

• Faith

Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when I cannot see how

• Flexibility

Willingness to change plans or ideas without getting upset

• Forgiveness

Clearing the record of those who have wronged me and not holding a grudge

• Generosity

Carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need