The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Sharpen the Saw Synergize Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood Think Win-Win Put First Things First Begin with the End in Mind Be Proactive

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw You have the need You have the urgency It is the right time

Imagine you are walking in the forest … What are you doing? I’m sawing down a tree How long have you been at it? Four hours so far, but I’m really making progress Your saw looks really dull, why don’t you take a break and sharpen it? I can’t, you idiot. I’m too busy sawing.

FOUR key dimensions of life Heart – The Emotional Dimension Soul – The Spiritual Dimension Brain – The Mental Dimension Body – The Physical Dimension

Body The Physical Dimension: Exercise Relax Sleep well

Brain Write The Mental Dimension: Read Learn new skills

Heart The Emotional Dimension: Build relationship

Soul The Spiritual Dimension: Meditate

Balance is better It’s hard to be friendly (heart) when you’re exhausted (body). When you’re feeling motivated and in tune with yourself (soul), it’s easier to focus on your studies (mind) and to be more friendly (heart).

Sharpen the saw is like … Time to relax Time to reflect Time to re-think Unstring your bow Love yourself

Caring for your BODY Welcome to your NEW body

Caring for your BODY Welcome to your NEW body

Ten ways TEENS can sharpen the body Eat good food Relax in the bathtub Bike Lift weights Get enough sleep Practice yoga Play sports Take walks Stretch out Do an aerobics workout

Your body is a TOOL If you take good care of it, it will serve you well. Four KEY ingredients to a healthy body: Good sleeping habits Physical relaxation Good nutrition Proper exercise

You are what you EAT Food affects Mood, Eat with care More whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy products Less fast food, junk food, snacks that often loaded with fat, sugar, salt Junk-food Pyramid

You are what you EAT

USDA Food Pyramid

Rules of thumb First rule: Listen to your body Pay careful attention to how different foods make you feel and from that develop your own do’s and don’ts. E.g. Too many french fries -> sore throat – Don’t Eat lots of fruits and vegetables -> feel sharp – Do

Rules of thumb Second rule: Be moderate and avoid extremes 1 Corinthians 6:12-13 I am free to do all things; but not all things are wise. I am free to do all things; but I will not let myself come under the power of any. Food is for the stomach and the stomach for food, and God will put an end to them together.

Which word comes to you … Which word comes to you when you are thinking of EXERCISE? Hard Tired Pain Fun Enjoy Exciting

Use it or Lose it We all feel depressed, confused, or apathetic at times. Exercise ourselves better: For our heart and lungs Giving a shot of energy Melting stress away Clearing your mind

NOT about how you look Real Life or Art? It’s all about how you feel Are you feeling good physically when you are exercising? Real Life or Art?

Reflection Are you caring for your body? How do you put your caring in practice in terms of food and exercise?