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RESPONSIBILITY: As you consistently fulfill your duties and obligations, you demonstrate responsibility. As a responsible person, you are both dependable and ethical.

EMPATHY: Each time you deeply consider how another person might be feeling and respond with kindness, you practice empathy. Empathy lets others know that someone cares.

SINCERITY: If you practice the character trait of sincerity, you will be authentic and genuine with other people. Your sincerity will lead people to believe in you.

TRUSTWORTHINESS: Trustworthiness is exhibited when you are honest and do what you say you’re going to do. Your trustworthiness lets others know they can count on you.

DEDICATION: When you commit to a task and “keep at it” through ups and downs, you display dedication. Your dedication not only helps you persevere, it inspires others.

OBJECTIVITY: Objectivity is seen in one who takes an impartial, unbiased perspective. An objective person doesn’t jump to hasty conclusions, but thinks things through in a balanced, well-reasoned way.

CHEERFULNESS: When you have an upbeat, friendly, and positive way with others, you display cheerfulness. Cheerfulness brightens others’ lives.

PUNCTUALITY: The character strength of punctuality is exhibited by showing up on time or a little ahead of schedule. Punctuality is accompanied by professionalism and communicates that you care.

AUGUSTINE ON SELF-KNOWLEDGE AND HUMILITY: “This is the very perfection of man, to find out his own imperfections.”

COMPASSION: As one cares for others with deep empathy, he or she displays compassion. Compassion makes the world a more loving and caring place.

SELFLESSNESS: Selflessness is marked by having an other-centered outlook on life. Rather than being self-absorbed, a selfless individual looks out for the wellbeing of others.

POSITIVE ATTITUDE: With a positive attitude, you look for the “good” in people and circumstances. While not ignoring challenges and difficulties, your positivity helps you rise above negativity.

CONSCIENTIOUSNESS: Conscientiousness is characterized by being attentive to detail, responsible, focused, and thorough in one’s work. Your conscientiousness makes you a valued team member.

SELF-CONTROL: By restraining yourself from speaking or acting impulsively, you practice self-control. Your self-control provides you with time and space to reflect and make better decisions.

CORDIALITY: When you’re kind, warm, sincere, and friendly with others, you display cordiality. Cordiality derives its meaning from the Latin word “cor” which refers to the heart as in “heartfelt.”

AMY CARMICHAEL ON PRUDENCE: “Let nothing be said about anyone unless it passes through three sieves: Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?”

ASSERTIVENESS: Assertiveness is not about being pushy in a bad-mannered or selfish way; rather, it’s about being principled, speaking up, and taking a stand when circumstances call for it.

PERSERVERANCE: Each time you fall and get back up, experience obstacles and find a way, or stick with a challenging project till it’s finished, you demonstrate perseverance.

MAGANIMITY: The opposite of selfishness, magnanimity is greatness of heart, mind, and spirit. A magnanimous person rises above pettiness, setbacks, and difficulties in the pursuit of goodness.

STEWARDSHIP: When you are responsible in managing your time, talent, resources, and possessions, you practice stewardship. An ethical steward cares about long-term well-being.