Character Education Definitions

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Character Education : 

Character Education Character Determines Success Definitions Mr. Anderson Free powerpoints at http://www.worldofteaching.com

Alertness : 

Alertness Alertness vs. Carelessness Being Aware of what is taking place around me so I can have the right responses

Attentiveness : 

Attentiveness Attentiveness vs. Distraction Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration

Availability : 

Availability Availability vs. Self-centeredness Making my own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those I serve

Benevolence : 

Benevolence Benevolence vs. Selfishness Giving to others’ basic needs without having as my motive personal reward

Boldness : 

Boldness Boldness vs. Fearfulness Confidence that what I have to say or do is true, right, and just

Cautiousness : 

Cautiousness Cautiousness vs. Rashness Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions

Compassion : 

Compassion Compassion vs. Indifference Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts of others

Contentment : 

Contentment Contentment vs. Covetousness Realizing that true happiness does not depend on material conditions

Creativity : 

Creativity Creativity vs. Underachievement Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new perspective

Decisiveness : 

Decisiveness Decisiveness vs. Procrastination The ability to recognize key factors and finalize difficult decisions

Deference : 

Deference Deference vs. Rudeness Limiting my freedom so I do not offend the tastes of those around me

Dependability : 

Dependability Dependability vs. Inconsistency Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice

Determination : 

Determination Determination vs. Faintheartedness Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition

Diligence : 

Diligence Diligence vs. Slothfulness Investing my time and energy to complete each task assigned to me

Discernment : 

Discernment Discernment vs. Shortsightedness Understanding the deeper reasons why things happen

Discretion : 

Discretion Discretion vs. Simplemindedness Recognizing and avoiding words, actions, and attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences

Endurance : 

Endurance Endurance vs. Discouragement The inward strength to withstand stress and do my best

Enthusiasm : 

Enthusiasm Enthusiasm vs. Apathy Expressing joy in each task as I give it my best effort

Faith : 

Faith Faith vs. Presumption Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when I cannot see how

Flexibility : 

Flexibility Flexibility vs. Resistance Willingness to change plans or ideas according to the direction of my authorities

Forgiveness : 

Forgiveness Forgiveness vs. Rejection Clearing the record of those who have wronged me and not holding a grudge

Generosity : 

Generosity Generosity vs. Stinginess Carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need

Gentleness : 

Gentleness Gentleness vs. Harshness Showing consideration and personal concern for others

Gratefulness : 

Gratefulness Gratefulness vs. Unthankfulness Letting others know by my words and actions how they have benefited my life

Honor : 

Honor Honor vs. Disrespect Respecting those in leadership because of the higher authorities they represent

Hospitality : 

Hospitality Hospitality vs. Loneliness Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, or conversation to benefit others

Humility : 

Humility Humility vs. Pride Acknowledging that my achievement results from the investment of others in my life

Initiative : 

Initiative Initiative vs. Idleness Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it

Joyfulness : 

Joyfulness Joyfulness vs. Self-pity Maintaining a good attitude, even when faced with unpleasant conditions

Justice : 

Justice Justice vs. Corruption Taking personal responsibility to uphold what is pure, right, and true

Loyalty : 

Loyalty Loyalty vs. Unfaithfulness Using difficult times to demonstrate my commitment to those I serve

Meekness : 

Meekness Meekness vs. Anger Yielding my personal rights and expectations with a desire to serve

Obedience : 

Obedience Obedience vs. Willfulness Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the direction of those who are responsible for me

Orderliness : 

Orderliness Orderliness vs. Confusion Arranging myself and my surroundings to achieve greater efficiency

Patience : 

Patience Patience vs. Restlessness Accepting a difficult situation without giving a deadline to remove it

Persuasiveness : 

Persuasiveness Persuasiveness vs. Contentiousness Guiding vital truths around another’s mental roadblocks

Punctuality : 

Punctuality Punctuality vs. Tardiness Showing esteem for others by doing the right thing at the right time

Resourcefulness : 

Resourcefulness Resourcefulness vs. Wastefulness Finding practical uses for that which others would overlook or discard

Responsibility : 

Responsibility Responsibility vs. Unreliability Knowing and doing what is expected of me

Security : 

Security Security vs. Anxiety Structuring my life around that which cannot be destroyed or taken away

Self-Control : 

Self-Control Self-Control vs. Self-indulgence Rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right

Sensitivity : 

Sensitivity Sensitivity vs. Callousness Perceiving the true attitudes and emotions of those around me

Sincerity : 

Sincerity Sincerity vs. Hypocrisy Eagerness to do what is right with transparent motives

Thoroughness : 

Thoroughness Thoroughness vs. Incompleteness Knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of my work or words if neglected

Thriftiness : 

Thriftiness Thriftiness vs. Extravagance Allowing myself and others to spend only what is necessary

Tolerance : 

Tolerance Tolerance vs. Prejudice Realizing that everyone is at varying levels of character development

Truthfulness : 

Truthfulness Truthfulness vs. Deception Earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts

Virtue : 

Virtue Virtue vs. Impurity The moral excellence evident in my life as I consistently do what is right

Wisdom : 

Wisdom Wisdom vs. Foolishness Seeing and responding to life situations from a perspective that transcends my current circumstances