Types of Characters

Lesson 1.2

1. Self-realized character- a person with this type of character is ever

enthusiastic for he knows his potentialities and limitations. This sort of
character is an asset not only to the family but also the society in which
person lives.
2. Covetous character- this refers to jealous or acquisitive character. It is held
that, persons with greed will endeavor to go all out in collecting worldly
possessions and fulfilling
3. Superstitious character- in a way all are superstitious but when we’re over
superstitious then problem starts. It is not merely bad for the individual
concerned but also for those who come in contact with his unpredictable
person.
4. Egoistic/overbearing/Bossy/ Tall- talker- the person who thinks that world
runs due to him and everything and everybody should respect him as such.
5. Anti-social character- a person who neither cares for the norms set by the
society nor cares for moral or ethical values is an anti-social character.
6. Insincere character- when a person does something good for us, we express
our sincere thanks and go extra mile in being sincere to that person in
whatever way it is possible for us. Contrarily, a person who thinks others is
there for serving him and is without any warmth in the feeling for others.
7. Complacent character- we should have confidence on ourselves. It is good
for day to day functioning of our society. But when we cross the threshold
of confidence and step into the realm of complacency the problem starts. A
person who imbibes this trait finally faces ignoble defeat for being so and
learns a lesson.

The Six Pillars of Good Character

1. Trustworthiness
 2. Respect
3. Responsibility
4. Fairness
5. Caring
6. Citizenship

Trustworthiness

This is the pillar of good character that is considered the most complicated of the
six core ethical values and concerns a variety of qualities like honesty, integrity,
reliability, and loyalty. When a person is trusted he is given a greater leeway and
no need to be monitored just to assure that they no need to be monitored.

a. Honesty- there is no more fundamental ethical value than honesty. Honesty

is associated with honor. Thus, a person is associated with honor and he is
admired and trusted because of his being straightforward.

Dimensions of honesty

1. Truthfulness- presenting the facts to the best of our knowledge.

2. Sincerity- one must be observe genuineness being without trickery for it
precludes all acts that are intended to create belief impressions that are
untrue or misleading.
3. Candor- in relationship involving, legitimate expectation of trust, honesty
may also require candour, and frankness, imposing obligation to volunteer
information that another person needs to know.
4. Integrity- person of integrity are those who acts according to his belief, not
according to expediency. He is also consistent.
5. Reliability- (promise-keeping) reliable person are those who keep their
promises for he believe that doing so create for another person to rely on
him.

Considerations to maintain reliability

1. Avoid bad-faith excuses

Interpret your promises fairly and honesty.
 2. Avoid unwise commitments
Before making a promise consider carefully whether you bare willing and
likely to keep it.
3. Avoid Unclear commitments
Be sure when you make a promise, the other person understands what you
are committing to do.

b. Loyalty
To be trusted one must be loyal to his or husband or wife, friends,
employer, citizen, employee and country.

2. Respect

The golden rule in human relation, “Do unto others as you would have them do
unto you”, perfectly illustrates “respect”. When respect is observe we would
prevent and pre-empt violence, humiliation, manipulation, and exploitation.
Everyone has a right to be treated with dignity.

Qualities of a respectful person

A. Ability to listen- when somebody is talking he is attentively listening.

B. Treat others with consideration- respectful person doesn’t resort
intimidation, coercion, or violence except in extraordinary and limited
situation to defend others, teach discipline, maintain order or achieve
social justice.
C. Capable accepting individual differences and beliefs- respectful individuals
without prejudice openly accepts principles and ideologies of others.