Developing Modesty In Meditations And Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography

Developing Modesty
Gaining virtues are necessary to withhold good character. A critical virtue to have is modesty, a trait of having humility while living a simplistic/conservative life. To hold this virtue, one must know what modesty is, learn the values associated with this trait through examples and experiences, and refuse to allow large successes to alter those values and simple living style. The act of obtaining this virtue is supported by Marcus Arelius’ Meditations and Benjamin Franklin’s Autobiography.
Finding the definition of modesty is altogether necessary to gain the trait into ones character. The word commonly associated with modesty is moderation: the avoidance of excess or extremes. This means we should not show all of what we have or prove all of our capabilities, regardless of who is watching. This value reflects humility, or being humble: showing a low estimate of one's own importance. This is important because it is seen poorly to brag or to prove of having arrogance. The values associated with modesty define it and portray the type of action needed to take in daily situations to succeed in obtaining it. After knowing what modesty entails to the full extent, it is
A simple life shows modesty in relation to moderation. Arelius’ mother wanted him to not be effected by the things that he could have, whether that is monetarily or to be rich in honor/popularity. It is ideal to act as if you are simply content, and not allow extremes to change the ways in which you carry yourself. Living in simplicity is living with only the necessities, and not living to extreme circumstances just because you have the means to do so. Not all capabilities should be shown, as was previously explained in the defining of modesty. Living moderately includes settling for what is necessary, and disregarding foolish