THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF CHARACTER

Intellectual Moral Civic Performance

Virtues Virtues Virtues Virtues
Character traits Character traits Character Character traits
necessary for that enable traits that are that have an
discernment, us to act well necessary instrumental
right action in situations for engaged value in
and the pursuit that require responsible enabling the
of knowledge, an ethical citizenship, intellectual,
truth and response. contributing to moral and civic
understanding. the common virtues.
good.

Examples: Examples: Examples: Examples:

autonomy; compassion; citizenship; confidence;
critical thinking; courage; civility; determination;
curiosity; gratitude; community motivation;
judgement; honesty; awareness; perseverance;
reasoning; humility; neighbourliness; resilience;
reflection; integrity; service; teamwork.
resourcefulness. justice; volunteering.
respect.

Practical Wisdom is the integrative virtue, developed through

experience and critical reflection, which enables us to perceive, know,
desire and act with good sense. This includes discerning, deliberative
action in situations where virtues collide.

Flourishing individuals and society

Jubilee Centre 2017