Description
Integrity is standing up for what we believe is right. We keep faith with our ideals and live by our deepest values. We keep our agreements reliably. Our actions match our words. We strive to balance impeccable integrity and unfailing tenderness for others and ourselves. We cherish the challenge of doing the right thing in all circumstances. We give excellence to whatever we undertake. We live by our personal covenant.
In Family Life
In a family, integrity can be seen through consistent honesty, trustworthiness, and moral uprightness among its members. It involves aligning one’s actions, words, and values in a harmonious and conscientious manner, even when faced with challenges or temptations to do otherwise. Integrity within a family manifests when individuals are transparent with each other, admitting their mistakes and taking responsibility for their actions.
It means keeping promises, respecting boundaries, and valuing the welfare of the family unit above personal gain. Ultimately, a family built on integrity fosters an environment of mutual respect, open communication, and a shared commitment to ethical behavior, strengthening the bonds that hold them together.
Quote
“To put the world right…we must first cultivate our personal life; we must first set our hearts right.”
— Confucius
The Practice of Virtue
- I live by my ideals.
- I am faithful to the virtues of my character.
- I am trustworthy.
- I temper righteousness with forgiveness.
- I strive to do the right thing.
- I abide by my heart’s deepest promise.