Robots with Heart

Alpha

Alpha is the leader of the LivingBots. He leads with heart and tries to be the change he wants to see in the world.

• Leading by Example

  Modeling the behavior you want others to follow.

  Synonyms role modelingservant leadershipexample-setting
• Compassion

  Understanding someone’s feelings and wanting to help.

  Synonyms empathykindnessmercy
• Accountability

  Owning choices and fixing mistakes without blaming others.

  Synonyms ownershipresponsibilityanswerability
• Integrity

  Doing the right thing - even when no one sees it.

  Synonyms honoruprightnessethics
• Mentorship

  Supporting others’ growth with guidance and feedback.

  Synonyms coachingguidingsponsorship
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Tends to take on too much (system overloads).

Beta

Beta is Alpha’s brother - often in his shadow - yet he’s carving his own path with creativity, optimism, and playfulness.

• Creativity

  Using imagination to make original, useful ideas.

  Synonyms originalityinnovationimagination
• Optimism

  Looking for possibilities and next steps.

  Synonyms hopepositive outlookconfidence
• Playfulness

  Using humor to connect while staying respectful.

  Synonyms lightheartednessfungood humor
• Growth Mindset

  Believing abilities grow with effort and feedback.

  Synonyms learners’ mindsetyet attitude
• Self-Awareness

  Knowing your strengths, limits, and triggers.

  Synonyms self-knowledgeinsightreflection
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Struggles with self‑image and acceptance.

Charlie

Charlie is clever but also sensitive; don’t call him a chicken.

• Critical Thinking

  Breaking problems into parts and checking assumptions.

  Synonyms analysisreasoningevaluation
• Sensitivity

  Being gentle with people’s feelings and space.

  Synonyms tactdelicacysoft-heartedness
• Resilience

  Bouncing back after setbacks with lessons learned.

  Synonyms bounce-backgrithardiness
• Self-Control

  Choosing actions that fit your goals, not your impulses.

  Synonyms self-disciplinerestraint
• Perspective-Taking

  Seeing a situation through someone else’s eyes.

  Synonyms viewpoint shiftempathyunderstanding
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Overreacts when challenged.

Delta

Delta moves at the speed of light and tends to stay away from crowds and loud noises.

• Energy

  Bringing positive effort and presence to the room.

  Synonyms vigorzipenthusiasm
• Focus

  Giving full attention to the task and finishing strong.

  Synonyms concentrationattentionsingle-mindedness
• Self-Discipline

  Keeping commitments even when motivation dips.

  Synonyms willpowerself-controlsteadiness
• Stress Management

  Using healthy strategies to handle pressure.

  Synonyms copingself-carebalance
• Calmness

  Keeping a steady mind and body when things get intense.

  Synonyms composureserenitypoise
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Struggles with communication and social interaction.

Echo

Echo is a communication specialist who sometimes struggles to get their own point of view across.

• Communication

  Sharing ideas clearly and listening with respect.

  Synonyms expressiondialogueinteraction
• Listening

  Giving attention to understand before you respond.

  Synonyms attentivenesshearing othersactive listening
• Clarity

  Speaking and writing so others easily understand you.

  Synonyms clear communicationprecision
• Assertiveness

  Speaking up respectfully for needs and boundaries.

  Synonyms self-advocacyconfidencedirectness
• Confidence

  Believing you can learn this - even if it takes time.

  Synonyms self-beliefassuranceself-trust
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Sometimes suppresses their own thoughts and feelings.

Foxtrot

Foxtrot is a third‑generation pilot with a chip on his shoulder - and a tail of his own.

• Initiative

  Starting tasks and ideas without being told.

  Synonyms proactivenessdriveenterprise
• Focus

  Giving full attention to the task and finishing strong.

  Synonyms concentrationattentionsingle-mindedness
• Resilience

  Bouncing back after setbacks with lessons learned.

  Synonyms bounce-backgrithardiness
• Problem-Solving

  Finding workable answers to tough situations.

  Synonyms solution-findingingenuityresourcefulness
• Confidence

  Believing you can learn this - even if it takes time.

  Synonyms self-beliefassuranceself-trust
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can argue or complain when grumpy.

Golf

Golf is all about the circle - hands‑down the best shape ever, in Golf’s opinion.

• Creativity

  Using imagination to make original, useful ideas.

  Synonyms originalityinnovationimagination
• Joyfulness

  Bringing a light spirit that brightens the room.

  Synonyms cheerfulnessgleedelight
• Open-Mindedness

  Considering new ideas and perspectives fairly.

  Synonyms opennessreceptivenessbroad-mindedness
• Respectfulness

  Treating people, tools, and time with care.

  Synonyms courtesyregardpoliteness
• Humility

  Staying grounded and open to learn, even when you’re skilled.

  Synonyms modestyunassumingdown-to-earth
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Over‑focus on appearance.

Hotle

Hotle doesn’t let the lack of arms stop him; his little drones handle recon and help the LivingBots.

• Resourcefulness

  Finding creative ways to use what you have.

  Synonyms ingenuityimprovisationsavvy
• Teamwork

  Combining strengths and sharing roles to win together.

  Synonyms collaborationcooperation
• Reliability

  Being where you should be, ready to do your part.

  Synonyms dependabilitytrustworthinessconsistency
• Adaptability

  Adjusting to new info, people, or plans with a positive attitude.

  Synonyms flexibilityadjustmentversatility
• Attention to Detail

  Catching small but important pieces of information.

  Synonyms precisionthoroughnesscarefulness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Relies too much on drones.

India

India charges in, helping the Bots on any mission.

• Courage

  Facing hard tasks, new people, or honest feedback.

  Synonyms braveryboldnessfortitude
• Initiative

  Starting tasks and ideas without being told.

  Synonyms proactivenessdriveenterprise
• Perseverance

  Continuing through challenges until you complete it.

  Synonyms grittenacitystick-to-itiveness
• Responsibility

  Owning your tasks and following through.

  Synonyms accountabilitydutyobligation
• Accountability

  Owning choices and fixing mistakes without blaming others.

  Synonyms ownershipresponsibilityanswerability
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can be overly aggressive removing obstacles.

Juliet

Juliet is breaking glass ceilings - one of the best Bots in almost every category.

• Dedication

  Practicing consistently to improve your skills.

  Synonyms commitmentperseverancediscipline
• Integrity

  Doing the right thing - even when no one sees it.

  Synonyms honoruprightnessethics
• Respect for Diversity

  Welcoming differences in culture, language, and style.

  Synonyms inclusionmulticultural respect
• Humility

  Staying grounded and open to learn, even when you’re skilled.

  Synonyms modestyunassumingdown-to-earth
• Perseverance

  Continuing through challenges until you complete it.

  Synonyms grittenacitystick-to-itiveness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can be blunt or sarcastic.

Kilo

Kilo has a split personality; he’s best when level‑headed and neither side takes over.

• Self-Awareness

  Knowing your strengths, limits, and triggers.

  Synonyms self-knowledgeinsightreflection
• Emotional Regulation

  Noticing big feelings and choosing helpful responses.

  Synonyms self-controlcalmingself-management
• Listening

  Giving attention to understand before you respond.

  Synonyms attentivenesshearing othersactive listening
• Clarity

  Speaking and writing so others easily understand you.

  Synonyms clear communicationprecision
• Balance

  Managing work, rest, and fun so you can keep growing.

  Synonyms stabilitymoderationequilibrium
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Decision‑making can be hard with many voices.

Lima

Lima is the lucky llama in the foothills - special luck skills, and a bit of a recluse.

• Hopefulness

  Expecting things to improve as you work the plan.

  Synonyms optimismpositivityfaith
• Gratitude

  Recognizing the good and saying it out loud.

  Synonyms thankfulnessappreciation
• Patience

  Giving time for learning and letting growth take root.

  Synonyms calm endurancetolerancewaiting well
• Independence

  Handling your responsibilities without being asked.

  Synonyms self-relianceautonomy
• Curiosity

  Asking questions and exploring how things work.

  Synonyms inquisitivenesswonderinterest
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can be reclusive and introverted.

Mike

Mike communicates by rapping. Sensitive and talented, he sometimes isn’t taken seriously - that’s his growth edge.

• Expressiveness

  Sharing ideas through words, art, or movement.

  Synonyms articulationcommunicationfluency
• Communication

  Sharing ideas clearly and listening with respect.

  Synonyms expressiondialogueinteraction
• Sensitivity

  Being gentle with people’s feelings and space.

  Synonyms tactdelicacysoft-heartedness
• Respectfulness

  Treating people, tools, and time with care.

  Synonyms courtesyregardpoliteness
• Adaptability

  Adjusting to new info, people, or plans with a positive attitude.

  Synonyms flexibilityadjustmentversatility
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Struggles to be taken seriously when only rapping.

November

November is the burly lumberjack of the Bots - resilient and loyal.

• Loyalty

  Staying true to people and promises.

  Synonyms faithfulnessallegiancesteadfastness
• Reliability

  Being where you should be, ready to do your part.

  Synonyms dependabilitytrustworthinessconsistency
• Diligence

  Working carefully and steadily to finish what you start.

  Synonyms steadfastnessindustrypersistence
• Responsibility

  Owning your tasks and following through.

  Synonyms accountabilitydutyobligation
• Kindness

  Choosing words and actions that help, not hurt.

  Synonyms caringbenevolencewarmth
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can be rigid or inflexible.

Oscar

Oscar is very zen and uses a crystal ball to sense future paths and outcomes.

• Mindfulness

  Noticing your thoughts and feelings without judgment.

  Synonyms awarenesspresenceattunement
• Insightfulness

  Seeing the deeper reasons and patterns.

  Synonyms perceptivenesswisdomdiscernment
• Patience

  Giving time for learning and letting growth take root.

  Synonyms calm endurancetolerancewaiting well
• Calmness

  Keeping a steady mind and body when things get intense.

  Synonyms composureserenitypoise
• Perspective-Taking

  Seeing a situation through someone else’s eyes.

  Synonyms viewpoint shiftempathyunderstanding
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: May react more slowly due to mindfulness.

Papa

Papa is Alpha’s father - runs on an older OS, never breaks down, just a bit slower.

• Wisdom

  Making sound choices using experience and good judgment.

  Synonyms prudencegood judgmentsagacity
• Kindness

  Choosing words and actions that help, not hurt.

  Synonyms caringbenevolencewarmth
• Consideration

  Acting in ways that make it easier for others to learn.

  Synonyms thoughtfulnesscourtesy
• Supportiveness

  Showing up for others with time and effort.

  Synonyms helpfulnessbackingcheerleading
• Appreciation

  Noticing effort and saying thank you for big and small help.

  Synonyms gratituderecognitionthankfulness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Processes and responds more slowly with age.

Quebec

Quebec is a fierce competitor who can forget the fun in the game.

• Energy

  Bringing positive effort and presence to the room.

  Synonyms vigorzipenthusiasm
• Fairness

  Using the same rules for everyone and sharing chances.

  Synonyms equityimpartialityjustice
• Self-Control

  Choosing actions that fit your goals, not your impulses.

  Synonyms self-disciplinerestraint
• Sportsmanship

  Playing fair, respecting rules and opponents.

  Synonyms fair playrespectgood conduct
• Positivity

  Focusing on what’s working and building from it.

  Synonyms optimismconstructiveness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Can be overly competitive and forget the fun.

Romeo

Romeo is the tomboy sports star, subtly repping Canada; he leads with a big heart - loving, kind, and emotional.

• Compassion

  Understanding someone’s feelings and wanting to help.

  Synonyms empathykindnessmercy
• Positivity

  Focusing on what’s working and building from it.

  Synonyms optimismconstructiveness
• Teamwork

  Combining strengths and sharing roles to win together.

  Synonyms collaborationcooperation
• Gratitude

  Recognizing the good and saying it out loud.

  Synonyms thankfulnessappreciation
• Appreciation

  Noticing effort and saying thank you for big and small help.

  Synonyms gratituderecognitionthankfulness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Over‑focus on impressing others.

Sierra

Sierra is a storm‑chasing Bot - creative and in love with photography.

• Curiosity

  Asking questions and exploring how things work.

  Synonyms inquisitivenesswonderinterest
• Courage

  Facing hard tasks, new people, or honest feedback.

  Synonyms braveryboldnessfortitude
• Problem-Solving

  Finding workable answers to tough situations.

  Synonyms solution-findingingenuityresourcefulness
• Enthusiasm

  Showing excitement that motivates you and others.

  Synonyms eagernesszestpassion
• Assertiveness

  Speaking up respectfully for needs and boundaries.

  Synonyms self-advocacyconfidencedirectness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Impulsive - acts before thinking it through.

Tango

Tango loves to dance - fun, expressive, outgoing - and kind of represents ADHD.

• Expressiveness

  Sharing ideas through words, art, or movement.

  Synonyms articulationcommunicationfluency
• Joyfulness

  Bringing a light spirit that brightens the room.

  Synonyms cheerfulnessgleedelight
• Consideration

  Acting in ways that make it easier for others to learn.

  Synonyms thoughtfulnesscourtesy
• Emotional Regulation

  Noticing big feelings and choosing helpful responses.

  Synonyms self-controlcalmingself-management
• Attention to Detail

  Catching small but important pieces of information.

  Synonyms precisionthoroughnesscarefulness
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Focus slips with so much energy.

Uniform

Uniform is the team’s cook and caregiver - based on Tim’s mom - making sure everyone has the oils, gears, and care they need.

• Generosity

  Giving time, help, or credit without expecting return.

  Synonyms givingbig-heartednesscharity
• Caring

  Helping others and checking in when someone looks off.

  Synonyms kindnessconcernnurturing
• Cooperation

  Working with others so the team goal comes first.

  Synonyms teamworkcollaborationunity
• Organization

  Keeping materials and time in order.

  Synonyms orderlinessstructuresystem
• Time Management

  Planning minutes and hours to meet deadlines.

  Synonyms schedulingprioritizingtime-use
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Overextends by helping everyone.

Victor

Victor maintains the Bots. Despite a tough face, he’s gentle and kind.

• Supportiveness

  Showing up for others with time and effort.

  Synonyms helpfulnessbackingcheerleading
• Diligence

  Working carefully and steadily to finish what you start.

  Synonyms steadfastnessindustrypersistence
• Balance

  Managing work, rest, and fun so you can keep growing.

  Synonyms stabilitymoderationequilibrium
• Bravery

  Doing the right thing even when it feels scary.

  Synonyms couragevalorguts
• Boundary Setting

  Knowing and communicating what is and isn’t okay for you.

  Synonyms limitspersonal boundariesself-protection
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Neglects his own needs while helping others.

Whiskey

Whiskey is forged from a special black metal - indestructible and intriguing.

• Independence

  Handling your responsibilities without being asked.

  Synonyms self-relianceautonomy
• Self-Discipline

  Keeping commitments even when motivation dips.

  Synonyms willpowerself-controlsteadiness
• Bravery

  Doing the right thing even when it feels scary.

  Synonyms couragevalorguts
• Boundary Setting

  Knowing and communicating what is and isn’t okay for you.

  Synonyms limitspersonal boundariesself-protection
• Caring

  Helping others and checking in when someone looks off.

  Synonyms kindnessconcernnurturing
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Hard to commit to just one interest.

X-ray

X‑Ray, from planet XYZ, speaks Spanish and looks unusual - but is the social ‘talker’ of the trio.

• Inclusiveness

  Making sure everyone feels welcome and heard.

  Synonyms belongingacceptanceopen-armed
• Empathy

  Feeling with others and responding with care.

  Synonyms compassionunderstandingsensitivity
• Open-Mindedness

  Considering new ideas and perspectives fairly.

  Synonyms opennessreceptivenessbroad-mindedness
• Commitment

  Sticking with a goal through the messy middle.

  Synonyms dedicationdevotionfollow-through
• Cooperation

  Working with others so the team goal comes first.

  Synonyms teamworkcollaborationunity
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Sometimes feels out of place.

Yankee

Yankee, also from planet XYZ, is the enforcer - firm and protective.

• Loyalty

  Staying true to people and promises.

  Synonyms faithfulnessallegiancesteadfastness
• Commitment

  Sticking with a goal through the messy middle.

  Synonyms dedicationdevotionfollow-through
• Critical Thinking

  Breaking problems into parts and checking assumptions.

  Synonyms analysisreasoningevaluation
• Dedication

  Practicing consistently to improve your skills.

  Synonyms commitmentperseverancediscipline
• Empathy

  Feeling with others and responding with care.

  Synonyms compassionunderstandingsensitivity
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Quick‑tempered when loved ones are threatened.

Zulu

Zulu, from planet XYZ, doesn’t speak but signs fluently - expressive with hands and heart.

• Understanding

  Seeking the full story before judging.

  Synonyms comprehensionempathygrasp
• Encouragement

  Lifting others with specific, kind words.

  Synonyms supportaffirmationcheer
• Enthusiasm

  Showing excitement that motivates you and others.

  Synonyms eagernesszestpassion
• Fairness

  Using the same rules for everyone and sharing chances.

  Synonyms equityimpartialityjustice
• Flexibility

  Trying a new route when the first one isn’t working.

  Synonyms adaptabilityopennessgive-and-take
• Area of Growth

  Needs to work on: Communication is harder without a speaker.