Be a trustworthy person who is honest, keeps promises, and is loyal, and you will gain the respect of those around you through your actions. Apply trustworthiness and respect to your life on a regular basis. You will see the difference it makes in the way you will feel about yourself and the way others feel about you. You have probably heard it at home and at school dozens of times. What people are telling you, is to grow up and be responsible for your own actions.
Responsibility is the third pillar in the Six Pillars of Positive Character Development.
The ups and downs that occur throughout your life are all experiences that build your character and make you who you are. When you show responsibility throughout these ups and downs, you are definitely exercising positive character development. Responsibility means doing your part. Taking responsibility for yourself means taking care of yourself. Moving toward being an adult is not easy and unfortunately some people never make that move.