C HAPTER 2: B UILDING H EALTH S KILLS & C HARACTER Lesson1: Building Health Skills PRHS Physical Education Department

L ESSON 1: H EALTH S KILLS I. Life Skills: Specific tools & strategies that help you maintain, protect, and improve your health. PRHS Physical Education Department

1. I NTERPERSONAL S KILLS A. Interpersonal Communication: exchange of thoughts, feelings, & beliefs between 2 or more people B. Four steps to effective interpersonal communication: 1. Clearly SAY what you MEAN 2. Pay attention to how you say something 3. Be a good listener!! 4. Be aware of your body language PRHS Physical Education Department

2. R EFUSAL S KILLS A. Refusal Skills: Helps you say NO when you are urged to do something you don’ t want to do because they are unsafe, unhealthy, or go against your values. 1. Say NO in a Firm voice 2. Explain Why 3. Suggest Alternatives 4. Use appropriate body language 5. Leave if necessary PRHS Physical Education Department

3. C ONFLICT R ESOLUTION S KILLS A. Conflict Resolution: Process ending a conflict through cooperation & problem solving 1. Take time to calm down & think through the situation 2. Speak calmly & listen attentively 3. Use a polite tone & try to brainstorm solutions 4. Maintain respect for everyone PRHS Physical Education Department

4. S ELF -M ANAGEMENT S KILLS A. Self-Management: Taking responsibility for your own health 1. Practice Healthy Behaviors 2. Manage Stress a. Stress management- ways to deal with or overcome the negative effects of stress 1. Listening to soothing Music 2. Exercise 3. Laughing PRHS Physical Education Department

II. W HAT & W HO I NFLUENCES YOUR H EALTH ??? A. Internal influences: 1. Values 2. Dislikes 3. Desires B. External influences: 1. Family 2. Friends 3. Peers 4. Culture 5. Media PRHS Physical Education Department

C HAPTER 2 Lesson 2 PRHS Physical Education Department

L ESSON 2: R ESPONSIBLE D ECISIONS I. Decision Making Process pg State Situation 2. List the Options (pros/cons) 3. Weigh Possible Outcomes 4. Consider Values 5. Make and Decision & Act on it 6. Evaluate the decision PRHS Physical Education Department

II. G OAL S ETTING A. Goal = Something you aim for that takes planning & work 1. Short term vs. Long term 2. Action Plan Specific/Realistic Goal List steps to reach your goal Identify sources of help Set time frame Evaluate Reward yourself PRHS Physical Education Department

C HAPTER 2 Lesson 3 PRHS Physical Education Department

L ESSON 3: B UILDING C HARACTER A. Character = distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, & behaves 1. Good character – demonstrates good ethics such as responsibility, honesty, respect 2. Traits of Good Character: pg Trustworthiness 2. Respect 3. Responsibility 4. Fairness 5. Caring 6. Citizenship PRHS Physical Education Department I.What is Good Character?

II. C HARACTER & YOUR H EALTH Decisions guide Actions Actions impact Health Character plays a Role in your decisions PRHS Physical Education Department

III. D EVELOPING C HARACTER A. Stand up for your beliefs B. Learn from people that demonstrate good character 1. Role models: someone whose success or behavior serves as an example for others. C. Join volunteer groups in school or community with good values PRHS Physical Education Department

GOOD CHARACTER CAN… Make a difference at: PRHS Physical Education Department