| “Another fresh new year is here . . .
Another year to live!
To banish worry, doubt, and fear,
To love and laugh and give!
This bright new year is given me
To live each day with zest . . .
To daily grow and try to be
My highest and my best!
I have the opportunity
Once more to right some wrongs,
To pray for peace, to plant a tree,
And sing more joyful songs!”
~William Arthur Ward
The Six Pillars of Character
Are you a person of character?
1. TRUSTWORTHINESS: A person of character lives with integrity; is
honest, reliable, and loyal; keeps promises; has the moral courage to stand
up for what is right even when it’s hard to do; and does not cheat, steal,
or lie.
2. RESPECT: A person of character values all persons; respects the
dignity, privacy, and freedom of others; is courteous and polite to all; is
tolerant and accepting of differences; and doesn’t resort to insults or bad
language.
3. RESPONSIBILITY: A person of character meets the demands of duty; is
accountable; pursues excellence; practices self-control; and doesn’t give up
easily, especially when others are counting on him or her.
4. FAIRNESS: A person of character is fair, just, and impartial; plays
by the rules; listens and is open to differing viewpoints; doesn’t seek to
lay blame; and doesn’t take advantage of others.
5. CARING: A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind,
loving, forgiving, and considerate; thinks about how his or her behavior
affects others; and does good without thought of reward.
6. CITIZENSHIP: A person of character is a good citizen, does his or
her share, volunteers in the community, is a good neighbor, and respects
laws and rules.
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