Do you consider yourself to be one of the most inspirational people you know? Consider whether you believe you deserve to be on that list. Thus, here is my own checklist of the most common qualities of inspirational individuals. Check it out and see if you belong—and if you do, then good for you.

It’s always nice to feel recognized, isn’t it?

1.Inspirational people are those who count their blessings. They savor and find joy in whatever they have—even in the littlest of things. They don’t whine and complain about what they don’t have because they know it’s just a waste of time.

2. Then, there are also courageous individuals not afraid to take the risk to do what their hearts long for—very inspiring.

It’s not always easy for most of us to do what feels so right. Examples like making unpopular decisions that will lead us to happiness, even if they go against the tide of others’ popular beliefs and opinions, like our family, friends, and colleagues, just as long as you know that you’re not hurting anyone in the process.

3. Inspiring people are also those who acknowledge there’s a problem to be solved but rather than blame others, they focus on looking for solutions and readily carry them out. These people are worth looking up to.

4. Good-humored people who make others laugh are always a delight that inspires.

Having a wonderful sense of humor is a gift that has to be shared in order to infect happiness on a global scale, if only momentarily, in order to alleviate a load. The most inspirational individuals usually make us grin more.

5. There are also individuals who listen but never judge—a very admirable trait. This is patience at its very best. How many of us take the time to listen to someone without judging him? They know how to attack the problem and not the person, because they understand that nobody is perfect in this world.

6. It’s an inspiration when you know someone who readily and willingly apologizes for the wrongs or mistakes, they’ve made and really means it. It’s a brave thing when you sincerely apologize, because as they say, it’s hard to say, “I’m sorry.” The same goes for the offended party to sincerely accept the apology and really mean it—very compassionate and humane.

7. Finally, inspirational individuals are those that are smart and accomplished but maintain a modest demeanor and never boast about their achievements. It’s a breath of fresh air to hear someone who has truly achieved so much yet still keeps their feet firmly planted on the ground.