TRUSTWORTHINESS

Color:  Blue – Think “true blue”

Trust is the basis of all good relationships and a cornerstone of good character. Trustworthy people keep their promises, are honest, reliable, principled, and never inappropriately betray a confidence.

Integrity

DO:  Stand up for your beliefs • Follow your conscience • Be honorable and upright • Liveby your principles no matter what others say • Have the courage to do what is right and totry new things even when it is hard or costly • Build and guard your reputation

DON’T:  Do anything wrong • Lose heart if you fail or don’t get what you want

Honesty

DO:  Tell the truth and nothing but the truth • Be sincere • Be forthright and candid

DON’T:  Lie • Cheat • Steal • Be sneaky, tricky or deceptive

Reliability

DO:  Keep your promises • Honor your word and commitments • Be dependable • Do what you are supposed to do • Return what you borrow • Pay your debts • Be on time

Loyalty 

DO:  Stand by and protect your family, friends, school and country • Be a good friend • Lookout for those who care about you • Keep secrets of those who trust you

DON’T:  Betray a trust • Let your friends hurt themselves • Do anything just so others will like you • Ask a friend to do anything wrong or spread gossip that could hurt others