Benjamin Franklin Virtue Book

The Franklin Virtue Journal. A simple journal to keep with you at all time. This is the same type of journal Benjamin Franklin used throughout his entire life. When in his late 20s, Benjamin Franklin listed thirteen virtues that he felt were an important guide for living. These virtues can be divided into those related to personal behavior (temperance, order, resolution, frugality, moderation, industry, cleanliness, and tranquility) and those related to social character traits (sincerity, justice, silence, chastity, and humility). Although Franklin tried to follow these guides in his life, he often went astray. These virtues may be worthwhile to consider following in your own life. At the start of his self-improvement plan, Franklin recorded, "I was surprised to find myself so much fuller of faults than I had imagined; but I had the satisfaction of seeing them diminish."