49 Focus Traits
Why 49 traits? These selected traits have been identified by Character First! Institute as a good starting point. The list is not a definitive list of good character qualities, yet they have a far reaching and practical impact on our lives when balanced with one another. Each trait identifies its antonym and has a short definition, which allows us brief insight into that particular quality.
| Alertness | Hospitality |
| Attentiveness | Humility |
| Availability | Initiative |
| Benevolence | Joyfulness |
| Boldness | Justice |
| Cautiousness | Loyalty |
| Compassion | Meekness |
| Contentment | Obedience |
| Creativity | Orderliness |
| Decisiveness | Patience |
| Deference | Persuasiveness |
| Dependability | Punctuality |
| Determination | Resourcefulness |
| Diligence | Responsibility |
| Discernment | Security |
| Discretion | Self-Control |
| Endurance | Sensitivity |
| Enthusiasm | Sincerity |
| Faith | Thoroughness |
| Flexibility | Thriftiness |
| Forgiveness | Tolerance |
| Generosity | Truthfulness |
| Gentleness | Virtue |
| Gratefulness | Wisdom |
| Honor |