Virtue of the Week – Consideration
Virtue of the Week focuses on building peaceful and caring communities through understanding and fostering the practice of virtues. The Source supports the Virtues Project and will publish one virtue developed by the project each week.
Consideration
Consideration is giving careful thought to the needs of others. It is holding a decision in a contemplative and thoughtful way. We are mindful of the results of our choices, before we act. We gently act with tact. We care about others and their feelings. We carefully observe their preferences and needs, then do things to give them ease or bring them joy. Consideration shines in small daily acts that enhance the happiness of others. It is one of the most meaningful ways to show love.
Quote: “The only true source of politeness is consideration.” -William Gilmore Simms
The Practice of Consideration
I think about what others need.
I am thoughtful of their feelings.
I speak gently and tactfully.
I hold decisions with care and discernment.
I take joy in bringing joy to others.
I show my love in thoughtful acts.
Questions for Discussion
- How do we ground our social justice work in our community’s needs and preferences?
- What small act can we add to a community member’s happiness?
- Have we left space for dissent in our community? What does that look like?
- Do we hold decisions with care and discernment in our community? Who is involved in the decision-making process?
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Virtue of the Week is provided by the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) in partnership with the VI Source and Virtues Matter.
About the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Since 1990, CFVI has been a catalyst for positive change in the territory through initiatives committed to youth, learning, family support and the environment. With a professional staff and a volunteer Board of Directors composed of community leaders, CFVI is a trusted advocate and supporter of programs that ensure opportunity and sustainability for current and future generations. CFVI is a registered non-profit organization entirely supported by individual donors, grants, trusts, corporate donations and estate planning. For more information, visit www.cfvi.net.
About Virtues Matter
Virtues Matter was started by a passionate wife-husband team of social entrepreneurs seeking to positively uplift as many lives as possible. We aim to inspire and empower, to build capacity, strengthen relationships, and help everyone lead lives of passion and purpose.
Virtues Matter believes in a world where people are committed to kindness and respect, strive to be their best, and live with hope, courage, and in unity. We built the Virtues Cards mobile app, an interactive personal and team development tool, to help people identify and develop key virtues skills. We also offer dynamic workshops, online training, and customized programs to help people cultivate these positive qualities of character. To learn more, visit virtuesmatter.com.
To learn more about the Virtues Project, visit virtuesproject.com.
