DEFERENCE vs. Rudeness
Limiting my freedom so I do not offend the tastes of those around me

I will...

·  notice those around me

·  respect the feelings of others

·  not use offensive language

·  not play loud music in public

·  be careful how I dress

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 DETERMINATION vs. Faintheartedness
Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition

I will...

·  set goals

·  make sure my goals are right

·  ignore distractions

·  not be discouraged by others

·  face problems head-on

 DISCERNMENT vs. Shortsightedness
Understanding the deeper reasons why things happen

I will...

·  ask questions

·  not judge hastily

·  learn from experience

·  not repeat mistakes

·  trace problems to their causes

DISCRETION vs. Simplemindedness
Recognizing and avoiding words, actions, and attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences

I will...

·  choose my words carefully

·  practice good manners

·  listen to criticism

·  not make fun of others

·  turn down any invitation to do wrong

ENDURANCE vs. Discouragement
The inward strength to withstand stress and do my best

I will...

·  not be a "quitter"

·  accept both instructions and correction

·  not waste my time, energy, and talent on meaningless 

    pursuits

·  bend instead of break

·  put my whole heart into everything I do

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

I will...

·  expect the best

·  make right choices based on principles of character

    rather than whims of circumstance

·  believer the truth and reject a lie

·  not take things for granted

·  trust those who have proven character

 FLEXIBILITY vs. Resistance
Willingness to change plans or ideas according to the direction of my authorities

I will...

·  not get upset when plans change

·  respect the decisions of my authorities

·  not be stubborn

·  look for the good in changes

·  not compromise what is right

 FORGIVENESS vs. Rejection
Clearing the record of those who have wronged me and not holding a grudge

I will...

·  be quick to forgive

·  not cover up my own wrongs but will be quick to ask

    for forgiveness

·  not seek revenge

·  respond kindly to those who hurt me

·  not take up offenses for others

 GENEROSITY vs. Stinginess
Carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need

I will...

·  share what I have with others

·  recycle

·  not expect anything in return for my generosity

·  give of my time and talents

·  praise the good I see in others

 GENTLENESS vs. Harshness
Showing consideration and personal concern for others

I will...

·  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

 GRATEFULNESS vs. Unthankfulness
Letting others know by my words and actions how they have benefited my life

I will...

·  show my parents and teachers 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

 HONOR vs. Disrespect
Respecting those in leadership because of the higher authorities they represent

I will...

·  be attentive to those who lead me

·  show loyalty to my authorities

·  speak only the truth

·  obey cheerfully

·  give place to those who are older or hold positions of prominence

 HOSPITALITY vs. Loneliness
Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, or conversation to benefit others

I will...

·  welcome visitors

·  make others feel important

·  prepare for guests

·  gladly share my things

·  not expect anything in return

 HUMILITY vs. Pride
Acknowledging that achievement results from the investment of others in my life

I will...

·  praise my parents, teachers, teammates, and coaches

·  not think more highly of myself than I ought

·  take responsibility for all my actions

·  try again after each defeat

·  give credit to those who have made me successful

 INITIATIVE vs. Idleness
Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it

I will...

·  do what is right before being told

·  not put off until tomorrow the things I can do today

·  contribute to the success of the whole team

·  be a part of the solution rather then the problem

·  look for ways to help others

 JOYFULNESS vs. Self-Pity
Maintaining a good attitude, even when faced with unpleasant conditions

I will...

·  look for good in all things

·  smile at adversity

·  not give in to discouragement

·  not allow my emotions to rule my mind

·  take time out of every day to laugh and to sing

 JUSTICE vs. Corruption
Taking personal responsibility to uphold what is pure, right, and true

I will...

·  respect the authority of the law

·  speak out for what is pure, right, and true

·  never prejudice others

·  always remain open to reason

·  keep my own conscience clean

 LOYALTY vs. Unfaithfulness
Using difficult times to demonstrate my commitment to those I serve

I will...

·  serve my family and teachers

·  encourage others in hard times

·  not mock authorities

·  point out the good in others

·  honor my country

 MEEKNESS vs. Anger
Yielding my personal rights and expectations with a desire to serve

I will...

·  be slow to get angry

·  not boast

·  not grumble or complain

·  look for ways to help those in need

·  be willing to go last

 OBEDIENCE vs. Willfulness
Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the wise direction of those who are responsible for me

I will...

·  obey my authorities immediately

·  have a cheerful attitude

·  complete all that I am expected to do

·  not complain

·  go the "extra mile"

 ORDERLINESS vs. Confusion
Arranging myself and my surroundings to achieve greater efficiency

I will...

·  pick up after myself

·  keep my work and play areas clean and neat

·  put things back where they belong

·  use things only for their intended purposes

·  return lost things to their rightful owners

 PATIENCE vs. Restlessness
Accepting a difficult situation without giving a deadline to remove it

I will...

·  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

 PERSUASIVENESS vs. Contentiousness
Guiding vital truths around another's mental roadblocks

I will...

·  point others in the right direction

·  not stretch the truth to make it more attractive

·  appeal to a person's conscience in terms of character

·  wait for the best time

·  not argue

 PUNCTUALITY vs. Tardinesss
Showing esteem for others by doing the right thing at the right time

I will...

·  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"

 RESOURCEFULNESS vs. Wastefulness
Finding practical uses for that which others would overlook or discard

I will...

·  see value in objects, ideas, and people

·  repair, reuse, and recycle

·  make wise use of my time, talents, energy, and mind

·  give away or sell the things I do not use

·  not litter

 RESPONSIBILITY vs. Unreliability
Knowing and doing what is expected of me

I will...

·  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

 SECURITY vs. Anxiety
Structuring my life around that which cannot be destroyed or taken away

I will...

·  not worry or fret

·  look to my authorities for protection

·  correct unsafe conditions

·  find peace of mind in a clear conscience rather than

    personal comfort

·  not meddle in the concerns of others

 SELF-CONTROL vs. Self-Indulgence
Rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right

I will...

·  not act impulsively

·  not equate desires with rights

·  set my own limits

·  see my anger as a sign that something is wrong in me

·  walk away from things that aren't right

 SENSITIVITY vs. Callousness
Perceiving the true attitudes and emotions of those around me

I will...

·  listen to others fully

·  watch facial expressions

·  notice tone of voice

·  put myself in others' shoes

·  show that I care

 SINCERITY vs. Hypocrisy
Eagerness to do what is right with transparent motives

I will...

·  be all that I can be

·  take responsibility for my own actions

·  respect others' opinions

·  always mean what I say

·  not take advantage of other people

 THOROUGHNESS vs. Incompleteness
Knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of my work or words, if neglected

I will...

·  plan my work

·  pay attention to details

·  make a list so I don't forget

·  finish what I start

·  clean up before I quit

 THRIFTINESS vs. Extravagance
Allowing myself and others to spend only what is necessary

I will...

·  save more and spend less

·  make good use of what I already have

·  look for the best value

·  budget my money, time, and energy

·  not confuse what I need with what I want

 TOLERANCE vs. Prejudice
Realizing that everyone is at varying levels of character development

I will...

·  not confuse what is right with what is popular

·  expect the same of myself as I expect others

·  look for ways to help others mature

·  accept my own unchangeables & the unchangeables of 

    others

·  listen before I form an opinion

 TRUTHFULNESS vs. Deception
Earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts

I will...

·  tell the truth

·  encourage others to be truthful

·  not cheat or steal

·  admit when I am wrong

·  not exaggerate to make things seem different from what

    they are

 VIRTUE vs. Impurity
The moral excellence evident in my life as I consistently do what is right

I will...

·  do what is right and encourage others to do the same

·  guard my eyes, ears, words, and thoughts

·  learn to stand alone

·  abstain from anything which might damage or pollute my

    mind or body

·  treat others as I would want them to treat me

 WISDOM vs. Foolishness
Making practical applications of truth in daily decisions

I will...

·  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?"