What things are important to Forrest in the film, Forrest Gump?

Unlike so many people who are filled with dreams and goals, Forrest is filled with ideals. Forrest believes certain things about life-live honestly, remain loyal, etc. -and he unwaveringly follows these ideals. Although much of what Forrest does makes no sense to the average person, Forrest follows what he believes and because of that, he succeeds.