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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. C HAPTER 2 Lesson 2 PRHS Physical Education Department

9. L ESSON 2: R ESPONSIBLE D ECISIONS I. Decision Making Process pg. 34 1. 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

10. 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

11. C HAPTER 2 Lesson 3 PRHS Physical Education Department

12. 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.38 1. Trustworthiness 2. Respect 3. Responsibility 4. Fairness 5. Caring 6. Citizenship PRHS Physical Education Department I.What is Good Character?

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

14. 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

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