Character

Definition from the U.S. Department of Education:

Character is a set of qualities, or values, that shape our thoughts, actions, reactions and feelings. People with strong character:

• show compassion,
• are honest and fair,
• display self-discipline in setting and meeting goals,
• make good judgments,
• show respect to others,
• show courage in standing up for beliefs,
• have a strong sense of responsibility,
• are good citizens who are concerned for their community, and
• maintain self-respect.

Are YOU a person with strong character? A point to ponder...