Character Formation

• Character, in its essence, refers to the combination of qualities and traits that define an individuals moral and ethical nature
• Middle English: from Old French caractere, via Latin from Greek kharakter a stamping tool. From the early sense distinctive mark arose 'token, feature, or trait' (early 16th century), and from this 'a description, especially of a person's qualities', giving rise to 'distinguishing qualities'.
• Integrity consistently adhering to moral and ethical principles, being honest and trustworthy.
• Compassion showing empathy and kindness towards others, being considerate and caring.
• Courage having the bravery to face challenges, take risks and stand up for what is right.
• Resilience displaying mental and emotonalstrength in the face of edversity, bouncing back from detbacks
• humility possessing a modest and humble attitude, acknowledging ones limitation and being open to learning from others
• Generosity being selfless and willingly sharing resources, time and support with others.
• Fairness treating others justly and impartially, being objective and unbiased in decision making
• Responsibility taking ownership of ones action, fulfilling obligations, and being accountable for ones choices
• Patience exhibiting tolerance and calmness in challenging and frustrating situations.
• Perseverance showing determination and persistence in pursuing goals, not giving up easily
• Social perspective this is how the people in the community view a persons character based on the community's social standard
• Institutional perspective refers to the institution's view on an employee's character and reputation based on institutional standard
• Legal Perspective this refers to how the law, policy or supreme court ruling affects a persons character or reputation in terms of violation and legal responsibility.
• Characteristics are the specific traits, features or qualities that describe an individuals personality or physical attributes.
• Character is more concerned with the ethical and moral aspects of an individuals identity' characteristics are more focused on the observable and descriptive aspects of person's nature.
• Character traits are specific attributes or qualities that contribute to an individuals character.
• They are the building blocks that make up a person's overall character?

  character trait
• Kindness displaying compassion, consideration, and goodwill towards others
• honesty being truthful, sincere and transparent in communication and actions.
• Integrity adhering to moral and ethical principles, consistently doing what is right
• Empathy understanding and sharing the feelings and perspectives of others.
• Courage showing bravery and determination in the face of challenges or adversity.
• responsibility taking ownership of ones actions and obligations
• respect treating others with esteem, consideration, and regard for their dignity.
• fairness being impartial and just in decision making, treating others equitably
• Generosity willingness to share resources, time, or support with others.
• Dishonesty engaging in deceitful or misleading behavior, lacking truthfulness.
• Selfishness prioritizing one's own needs and desires above others, lacking consideration.
• Arrogance displaying an exaggerated sense of importance or superiority.
• cruelty deliberately causing harm or suffering to others.
• Manipulativeness using cunning or deceitful tactics to influence or control others
• Irresponsibility neglecting obligations and failing to take accountability for ones action
• Disrespectful, showing disregard or contempt towards others, lacking consideration
• prejudice holding or unfair judgements based on factors such as race, gender or religion
• Closed mindedness being resistant to new ideas or perspectives, lacking openness.
• Impulsiveness acting without forethought or consideration of consequences
• Good moral character refers to possessing and consistently demonstrating a set of virtuous qualities, values and ethical principles in one's thoughts, actions, and behaviors.
• Character Formation refers to the process by which an individuals character is shaped, developed and molded over time