Character Traits by: Jose Salas

Grit: finishing what one starts; completing something despite obstacles;.

NY Jets player Sanchez showing grit as he is getting tackled but still trying to pass the football.

I have a lot of Grit, because when I start something like soccer practice I don't stop giving it my all until the end no matter if I'm sick or if I'm hurt.

Self-control: regulating what one feels and does; being self-

disciplined.I have lots of Self-control, because I don’t get

mad and start swinging for anything you have to hit where it hurts me the most in order for me to lose my self- discipline.

Humor: bringing smiles to other people; seeing a light side.

President Barack Obama smiling after a joke.

I have humor in my life, because I like to smile and laugh at things and I like to make people smile and laugh when they are feeling down.

Bravery: not running from threat, challenge, or pain.

A cat showing bravery.

I have Bravery, because I am not afraid to stand up for what I think is right.

Love of Learning: mastering new skills and topics on one’s own or in school.

I have Love of Learning, because I believe that in order for us to succeed in life and be somebody we need to learn, learn, and learn.

Forgiveness: forgiving those who’ve done wrong.

I can say that forgiveness is something I need to work on in my life, because when somebody harms you its not easy to forgive but that’s why time heals you and I plan to learn how to forgive.

Open-mindedness: examining things from all sides and not jumping to conclusions.

I need to work on being more Open-minded in my life, because I'm the type that just jumps to conclusions with out looking at the facts.

Curiosity: Taking an interest in experience for its own sake.

I can say that I need a little bit more of curiosity in my life. Yes I am curious about some things but I want to be curious about more things than just some.

Appreciation of Beauty: noticing and appreciating all kinds of beauty and excellence.

I need to work on Appreciation of Beauty, because life really is amazing and everything around is and all that mother nature does is very important in life.

Modesty: Letting one’s victories speak for themselves; not seeking the spotlights.

Cristiano Ronaldo brags about how good he is and how he is a god when it comes to soccer.

I have modesty, but I need to work on it a little more, because if somebody brags about something I always end up bragging about something too.