Here are a few to ponder:
On the essence of character:
“Character is the determination to never give up something you believe is important.” – Winston Churchill
“A man’s character may be learned from the adjectives which he habitually uses in conversation.” – Mark Twain
“Sow a thought, and you reap an act; Sow an act, and you reap a habit; Sow a habit, and you reap a character; Sow a character, and you reap a destiny.” – Charles Reade

On the importance of character:
“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Good character is not formed in a week or a month. It is created little by little, day by day. Protracted and patient effort is needed to develop good character.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr.
“Your character is what you do when things are tough.” – Charles C. Rule

On the relationship between character and action:
“Our character is what we do when we think no one is looking.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr.
“The measure of a man’s real character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out.” – Lord Chesterfield
“What you do speaks so loudly that I can’t hear what you’re saying.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

On the challenges of building strong character:
“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Nelson Mandela
“Character is built in moments of decision.” – Robert Frost
“Man does not become truly mature until he understands that experience is not something that happens to him, but something that he creates.” – Aldous Huxley

, I can offer some factors that contribute to being a good judge of character and some questions you can ask yourself to reflect on your own abilities:

Factors that contribute to being a good judge of character:

• Experience: The more people you meet and interact with, the more data you have to draw upon when forming an opinion about someone.
• Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others allows you to see things from their perspective and make more accurate judgments.
• Open-mindedness: Being willing to consider different possibilities and not jumping to conclusions helps you avoid bias and snap judgments.
• Observational skills: Paying attention to people’s nonverbal cues, such as body language and facial expressions, can provide valuable insights into their character.
• Critical thinking: The ability to analyze information objectively and weigh evidence before forming an opinion is essential for accurate judgment.

Questions to ask yourself:

• Have I been proven right or wrong about my assessments of people in the past?
• Do I tend to trust my gut instincts, or do I take time to gather evidence before forming an opinion?
• Am I able to set aside my own biases and prejudices when judging someone?
• Am I open to changing my mind about someone if new information comes to light?
• Do I avoid making snap judgments based on limited information?

Ultimately, whether you consider yourself a good judge of character is a matter of self-reflection ongoing evaluation. Remember, judging character is a complex skill that takes time and practice to develop.