The American Character Most American have great vigor and enthusiasm. they perfer to discipline themselves rather than be disciplined by others. they pride themselves on their independence,their right to make up their own minds, they are prepared to take the initiative,even when there is a risk in doing so. they have courage and do not give in easily. they will take any sort of job anywhere rather than be unemployed. they do not care to be looked afrer by government. the average American changes his or her job nine or ten times during his or her working life.