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"A person of character." "Having good character". Please describe your take on these sayings. Also, how does one become a "person of character"?

Seeker3CO 8 Aug 24
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Similar to integrity.

Keeping their word; doing the right thing even when nobody is there; considering the impact of their actions etc.

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It's projection. Someone sees a trait they like in someone else and think they themselves possess, so they cast it into a positive light as "good character".

1of5 Level 8 Aug 25, 2019

@Seeker3CO i realized this when someone, can't remember who, said David Duke was a man of good character, and was actually serious when he said it.

Outside the box thinking. Glad you posted this! It’s so easy to forget that what I think is just thought. Culturally speaking, character can be defined so differently. So easy to be Ethnocentric!

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By being honest at all times and earning trust by doing what you will say you will do.

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One becomes a "person of character" by building a reputation of integrity through interactions with friends, neighbors, co-workers, clients and strangers, which can be backed up by references and reviews in the business world, and/or in a casual sense by the way one is introduced to others.

People can tell how one feels about another by their subtle manner inferring respect and importance or non-importance. A person of character also carries him/herself with confidence and grace, because of true self esteem, no pretense.

If one is a good person and is true to that all the time, it will become apparent to others, and therefore "boom" a person of character. 😉

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Always do what you think is right, not what you think people want you to do.

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You become a person of character by getting a guest spot on the Simpsons and getting drawn by Matt Groening.

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Habitually acts in virtuous ways. Aristotle had a nice list. See the photo.

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By doing the right thing whether anyone is watching or not.

Love that.

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Tell the truth. Keep your promises. Be kind to those around you. Pay your bills on time. Practice The Golden Rule.
Drive carefully, etc etc etc,

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