Empathy and Kindness are important for success in life. These are traits that everyone can grow.

Cultivate caring in your heart.

It isn't always easy to show that your care. Find ways to do it, and record that here. Volunteer and try to help a good cause. You'll feel good about yourself and others will feel good about you too.

Make a positive difference in the world around you. Decide to be a contributor to what is good.

Pick a cause and make a stand.

It is easy to become preoccupied with ourselves and slip into a self-centered mindset. Outstanding students prevent that by engaging in meaningful activities. Enrich yourself and the world around you at the same time.

• Help the elderly or disadvantaged youth.
• Do something for the environment.
• Help stray animals or endagered species.
• Show an interest in the homeless or handicaped.