Alertness

Generic Definition

“The state of being ready to see, understand, and act in a perticular situation”

Biblical Definition

“Recognizing and quickly responding to every opportunity or subtle danger that touches my life.”

Bible Verse

“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”

1 Peter 5:8

Notable Quotes

Dale Carnegie

American writer
“The very best way in all the world to overcome self-consciousness and shyness is to get interested in other people and to think of them and, almost miraculously, your timidity will pass. Do something for other people. Practice deeds of kindness, acts of friendliness, and you'll be surprised to see what happens.”
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Confucius

“The superior man, when resting in safety, does not forget that danger may come.”
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Eckhart Tolle

Author
“If uncertainty is unacceptable to you, it turns into fear. If it is perfectly acceptable, it turns into increased aliveness, alertness, and creativity.”
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George Matthew Adams

“Sailing a boat calls for quick action, a blending of feeling with the wind and water as well as with the very heart and soul of the boat itself. Sailing teaches alertness and courage, and gives in return a joyousness and peace that but few sports afford. ”
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Downloads

  • Character Trait Report (pdf)
    • Intended to be used on a weekly basis.
    • Students describe how they put the character trait into practice.
    • Parent affirms, signs and dates the document.