Stargirl is self-confident. For much of the novel, she simply doesn't care what other people think. She cheers for both teams at sporting events, sings "Happy Birthday" to strangers, is friends with just about anybody and everybody, and is self assured enough to dress the way that she wants.
Stargirl is naturally curious as well. For example, she points out all kinds of random things to Leo that she notices about the world around her. From struggling ants to a man repainting his door, Stargirl is interested in and curious about everything.
Lastly, I would say that Stargirl loves. She loves people for who they are, and she loves them no matter how mean they are to her. Stargirl perfectly embodies the concept of "turning the other cheek" to people who are bullies. For example, near the end of the novel, Hillari Kimble is furious at Stargirl. Hillari walks up to Stargirl and slaps her. Instead of becoming angry and slapping Hillari back, Stargirl calmly kisses Hillari on the cheek. That's loving your enemy as yourself.
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