Unit 1 Notes
Your values are your building blocks to your character.
* Values ; a standard or belief , Adults teach a value system to children by setting a an example for children to copy.
* Character ; Self control is the degree to which a person regulates his or her own behavior , a person has good character when they use self control to act on responsible values.
Values that are the building blocks for good character
* Compassion ; you demonstrate compassion when you are sensitive to the needs , wants, and emotions of others and you are forgiving.
* Respect ; you show respect when you treat others as you want to be treated and refrain fro violence.
* Honesty ; you are honest when you refuse to lie , steal, or mislead anyone.
* Trustworthiness ;you are trustworthy when you are dependable, loyal , and honest.
Self Respect ; is having a high regard for yourself.
How to develop self respect ?
Make a character check
* Good character is your use of self control to act on responsible values.
* if you believe in ways that contradict responsible values , you do not have good character.
*Adults can help you change negative belief statements into positive belief statements.
Choose actions that demonstrate you self control
*If you say you have self respect , you must treat yourself in ways that show you respect yourself.
Actions that promote self respect
*Be a friend to yourself by enjoying activities by yourself.
* Write your feelings in a journal.(:
* Review what you have written to gain self knowledge.
- Make spending time with your family or a mentor a priority.
- Care for other people the way you would like them to care for you.
