Self-Acceptance

People who excel have a positive, healthy regard. They emphasize their strengths and know their worth.

1. Do I recognize my gifts, talents and abilities and utilize them fully?

2. Do I view life's events as opportunities to grow?

Purpose

People who excel believe absolutely in their ability to make a difference. They care deeply about what they do and are rewarded by a strong sense of contribution.

1. Do I have a commitment to a purpose?

2. Do I feel grounded, that my life has meaning?

Goals

People who excel are continually stretching, breaking through their limitations. They know what they want and have a plan for getting there. Like the excellent companies they also have “bias for action”.

1. Do I have clear goals for my life

2. Do I have an effective, satisfying daily self-management system?

Attitude

People who excel are risk takers. Failure strengthens them and their efforts are characterized by persistence and determination.

1. Is my school life and personal life in balance?

2. Do I take the necessary risks to live the life I have imagined for myself?

Commitment

People who excel live according to their word. They do what they say they will do despite obstacles. They are focused, trustworthy and reliable.

1. Is there something, someone in life to which I am totally committed?

2. Have I ever felt a sense of personal responsibility for having the world be a better place to live?