Building Health Skills and Character Chapter 2 “When wealth is lost, nothing is lost. When health is lost, something is lost. When character is lost, all is lost.” --Anonymous
Health Skills Tools and strategies that help you maintain, protect, and improve all aspects of your health Interpersonal Skills Self-Management Skills Analyzing Influences Accessing Info Advocacy
Interpersonal Skills Interpersonal Communication--the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs 1. Effective communication 2. Refusal Skills 3. Conflict Resolution
Effective Communication Clearly say what you mean Pay attention to how you say something Be a good listener
Refusal Skills Don’t be afraid to say no clearly when you are pressured into behaviors that are unsafe or unhealthy
CALMNESS--LOGIC--LISTEN--DISCUSSION--RESPECT Conflict Resolution End conflicts using cooperation & problem solving CALMNESS--LOGIC--LISTEN--DISCUSSION--RESPECT
Self-Management Skills Practice Healthful behaviors Stress Management Analyze the things that influence your life: Internal—your knowledge, values, likes/dislikes, desires External—family, friends, peers, culture, environment,, laws, media Know how to access information Advocate for yourself
Making Responsible Decisions & Setting Goals How do we do this right???
Decision-Making Skills --Steps that enable you to make healthful decisions. Here are some steps to help: State the situation List the options Weigh possible outcomes Consider your values Make the decision and act on it Evaluate the decision
Setting Personal Health Goals Goal -Something you aim for that takes planning and work Short Term Goals -- goals that you can reach in a short period of time Eat healthy snacks today Clean the laundry off your floor Finish your project Long Term Goals – A goal that you plan to reach over an extended period of time Save up for a car Improve your grades next semester Short-term goals can be steps towards a long-term goal
Goals….ACTION PLAN! Set a specific, realistic goal and write it down List the steps you will take to reach your goal Identify sources of help and support Set a reasonable time frame for reaching your goal Evaluate your progress by establishing checkpoints Reward yourself for achieving your goal!!
Character -Qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves
Develop YOUR Character! Stand up for your beliefs Learn from people who demonstrate good character traits Join volunteer groups in your school or community Form friendships with people who have good core ethical values
Positive Role Models A Role Model is someone whose success or behavior serves as an example for others
Demonstrating Character Make a difference at home Make a difference at school Make a difference in your community.
Chapter 2 Vocabulary Quiz Tomorrow. Quizlet Link: https://quizlet