really reflects the soul, and its building may be likened to a mental garden where the harvest depends upon the kind of seed that is sown. Each one chooses for himself just what kind of materials he will use and each builds according to the pattern of his own desires. "Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap." Just as a fine architect uses only the best materials and plans most carefully how to construct his building, so should we, in the building of personality, choose most carefully the kind of materials we wish to use.
High Character.—First of all, it should be founded upon the rock of high character, high ideals, and built for Eternity as well as for to-day.
Sincerity.—Sincerity in every human relationship is essential.
Ability.—To be a master of one thing and to daily improve.
Enthusiasm.—A keen interest in people and things at home and abroad; it has been called "The Fortune-Teller of Life." Enthusiasm is compelling and sweeps everything before it.
Service.—Service is the keynote to success and implies constructive work; also, loyalty to your work and to all concerned in it.
Wholesomeness.—A clean-minded man with high ideals is always sought after. The reading of fine books, listening to good music and becoming acquainted with the best in art and literature will soon implant in the mentality a quality of wholesomeness that is most desirable.
Success.—A consciousness of success must be developed; this can be done by creating clear pictures of success and working toward them daily. Decision and assertion are aids to this end and must not be overlooked.
Self-Confidence.—Implies peace and poise and knowing what to do in every situation.
Power and Strength.—Are also born of peace and poise.
Sense of Humor.—This is most necessary to have, as it lightens the burdens of life and makes one's self and others happy. Without it things seem dull and drear.
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