PERSONALITY/ CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Determinants of Personality and Character
Biological:
• Heredity (traits inherited from parents).
• Brain (mental functioning).
• Physical features (appearance and stature).
Cultural:
Culture shapes learning and values.
Family and Social Factors:
Socialization through family and groups influences personality.
Situational:
Home environment and parental influence are critical.
Measures to Develop Personality
Judgement: Empathy and fair decision-making.
Mirroring: Learning from role models’ body language and behavior.
Cheerfulness: Raising others’ spirits to build positive relationships.
Sincerity & Trustworthiness: Gaining respect through reliability.
Compelling Ideas: Presenting verifiable, effective suggestions.
Conviction: Confidence in one’s beliefs when persuading others.
Positive Attitude: Builds confidence and resilience.
Leadership Skills: Influencing groups toward goals.
Communication Skills: Essential for cooperation, influence, and success.
Measures to Improve Character
Character can be strengthened through practice and leadership traits:
• Courage
• Decisiveness
• Initiative
• Enthusiasm
• Loyalty
• Justice
• Morality
• Sense of Duty
• Patriotism