sábado, 4 de septiembre de 2010

What Is Character?




Dictionary Definition of Character



One dictionary defines character, in the sense we are considering here, as "the complex of mental and ethical traits marking a person." In another dictionary, character is said to be "the stable and distinctive qualities built into an individual's life which determine his or her response regardless of circumstances."



Our Character Is Who We Are



Abraham Lincoln said, "Reputation is the shadow. Character is the tree." Our character is not just what we try to display for others to see, it is who we are even when no one is watching. Good character is doing the right thing because it is right to do what is right.



Everyone Has Character


Character transcends race, religion, education, position, age, gender, and personality.




the pillars of character are:


Trustworthiness

Be honest, Be reliable, Have the courage to do the right thing.


 Respect



follow the Golden Rule: treat others as you want to be trated,Be tolerant.
Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do, Plan ahead, Always do your best.


Fairness

Play by the rules, Take turns and share, Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others.


Caring
Be compassionate and show you care, Help people in need


Citizenship
Do your best to make your school and community better, Cooperate, Get involved in community affairs


Movie About Respect


for me a good movie about the pillars would be the longest yard because the prisioners all get togather to defeat a common enemy, the guards. they all become friends, the color ones with the white ones and they all respect each other.