Pulido, Nathaniel Karl Enin T.

BSN 1-A

“Assessment 4”

Define the virtues of human transformation briefly and give at least 2 examples of
each virtue.

Prudence- The habit that allows a person to orient his activities toward the goals
of human existence, such as recognizing the correct thing to do.

Examples: 1. Before you spend your money, check your bank account.
2. Before going outside and have some fun, check if there are some
left things to do in the house like cleaning, before leaving it.
Justice- The habit of each person doing his or her duty with a steady and
permanent will provides the steadiness that man requires to labor without fear or
concern in his pursuit of pleasure.
Examples: 1. Don't hold people responsible for your errors or mistakes.
2. Take care not to take advantage of others.

Fortitude- The practice of overcoming life's challenges and stresses in the pursuit
of good.
Examples: 1. An athlete who competes despite suffering an injury.
2. A poor student who study hard in order to help his/her family in
poverty.

Temperance- The practice of putting man's inherent impulses and wants under
the direction of reason.
Examples: 1. Limit yourself just one glass of wine or beer each day.

2. Rather than borrowing, save. Each month, pay your credit card
balance in full. Do not make any purchases that will put you farther into debt.

Industry- The practice of working hard and under stress or pressure.

Examples: 1. Studying hard and studying smart in school in order to achieve the
goals in life by having a stable job in the future.

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 2. Exercising and going to the gym every day in order to achieve the
goals which are having a nice and physically fit body.

Loyalty- In the face of adversity, the practice of being loyal to friends and ideals
(goals).
Examples: 1. When someone tries to defame or discredit a friend, you may defend
them.

2. You establish and maintain limits with your friends.

Responsibility- The willingness to answer for one's acts, responsibilities, and

obligations; the practice of being responsible for one's actions, duties, and
obligations.

Examples: 1. Providing the needs and wants of the children as a parent.

2. Your parents expect you to brush your teeth on a regular basis.
Brushing your teeth is a "duty," and you are responsible for brushing your teeth on
a daily basis.

Cheerfulness- The tendency of being upbeat and cheerful, constantly looking for
the good side of things.
Examples: 1. When individuals go into a bright room, they feel joyful.

2. Having a positive mindset in spite of many problems in life.

Generosity- The practice of sharing one's possessions with others; thinking first of
those around him and searching for methods to assist and serve them.
Examples: 1. Buying t shirts, foods, and clothes and giving it to the poor or in needs.

2. Donating to charity.

Magnanimity- The habit of having lofty ideas and aspirations to do good; being
preoccupied with performing big acts of service in order to serve his nation or to
assist others.

Examples: 1. This generosity of spirit is seen when you rise beyond your emotions
and forgive someone who may not deserve forgiveness.
2. When you are exceedingly giving to everyone you come into
contact with and provide large presents.