It is less common to speak of someone having character than it used to be. It’s still something special to be around someone who has it. People with character
1. Do it even if it’s difficult.
2. Take responsibility for their choices, their actions, and their consequences.
3. Know why they do what they do, and usually have good reasons.
4. Are honest, and be true to their word, both with themselves and with others.
5. Know their strengths, and work from them. Know their weaknesses even better and avoid feeding into them.
6. Recognize the choices open to them, and use them wisely.
7. Develop self-discipline and know how not to overdo it.
8. Develop the ability to luxuriate, know when it’s time to stop, and are able to stop.
9. Know the difference between what they want and what they need.
10. Recognize and respect boundaries. They are clear about their own, and they give equal value and weight to those of others.