Character Pledges for Personal Growth

1. The Wooden Pledge* (from Character Counts!) I pledge to improve and safeguard my character and to myself be true being faithful to my convictions in all I say and do. I will strive to do what's right and let my conscience be my guide knowing my worth is measured by what I am inside.

2. I'll take on each day enthusiastically and give every task my all I will not whine, complain, or make excuses, even if I fall. I will live my life with purpose, thinking ahead and having a plan I will never allow what I can't do to interfere with what I can.

3. I will find opportunity in adversity and do things right the first time through and never be afraid to change or to try something new. I will be patient, poised, and confident, working toward each goal being sure to govern my emotions and demonstrating self-control.

4. I will count my blessings daily and be grateful for what I possess getting joy from moderation and avoiding all excess. I will work hard and take initiative in order to excel and I'll make big things happen by doing the little things well.

5. I will pursue victory with honor, not letting praise or criticism change how I act and I'll strive to be worthy of pride and emulation, in reputation and in fact. I will be sincere, honest, and loyal, worthy of other's trust I will be respectful and responsible, doing what I must.

6. I will always act with fairness and show others how much I care and I'll be a good citizen and always do my share. I will live my life with dignity, passion, and fun and make each day my masterpiece when all is said and done.