"Principles of Character" Challenge!

[thespitfiredragon]

Some of these principles are the "code of conduct" for a very successful company. I also added a few of my own. Can anyone come up with any others?




"Guiding Principles of Exceptional Character"


Adaptability....The ability and willingness to change. To put oneself in harmony with changed circumstances. To be ready and willing to adjust as necessary to the changes in people and circumstances that arise in daily life.

Compassion....Kindness. The desire to help others in distress. To show kindness and concern for others in distress by offering help whenever possible.

Contemplation....Giving serious consideration to something. To think things through with proper care before taking action.

Courage....Bravery. The willingness to put one’s beliefs into practice, the capacity to meet danger without giving way to fear. To face difficulty or danger and express your beliefs even if you are afraid.

Honesty....Truthfulness, sincerity. The act or condition of never deceiving, stealing, or taking advantage of the trust of others. To be truthful in all that you do and never deceive, steal, or take advantage of the trust of others.

Humility....the quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion of one’s own importance, rank, etc.

Initiative....Eagerness to do something. To take responsible action on your own, without prompting from others.

Loyalty....Faithfulness, dependability. The quality of being faithful to another person in the performance of duty; adhering to a contract with another person. To show others that you are dependable when you have a commitment to them.

Optimism....Positive beliefs. The inclination to take a hopeful view or think that all will work out for the best. To strive to be positive in your beliefs about yourself, others, and the future.

Perseverance....Hard work. The quality of trying hard and continuously in spite of obstacles and difficulties.

Respect....Regard, value, admire, appreciate. Special esteem or consideration in which one holds another person or thing. To show regard for yourself, others, and the world around you.

Responsibility....Accountability. To consider oneself answerable for something. To demonstrate that you consider yourself to be accountable for your actions and that you follow through on your commitments.

Service....Having the willingness to help others whenever there is a need...even if inconvenient.

Trustworthiness....Reliability. Dependable, deserving of trust and confidence.

[thespitfiredragon]

Tom,

Thanks! Those are great additions to the list. Would you mind giving me your personal definitions of each?

[Fear_nam_Beanntan]

The catechism of the Catholic Church has good definitions of a lot of those words.

[thespitfiredragon]

Don't you think the world would be a happier place if everyone lived by these principles?

[BatEl]

The 10 Commandments might b a good strart........

[thespitfiredragon]

The Ten Commandments would be a great start. And I agree with Jesus when He said that to love one another was the greatest commandment. Because if you love your fellow beings you wouldn't commit all the other sins against them.