Life Skills - Understanding Yourself and Others!

Welcome to our engaging 6-week course! In this journey of self-discovery and personal growth, students will gain valuable insights into themselves and others, setting the foundation for a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

Throughout this course, we will cover essential topics that will help students better understand their own values, character, and define their unique paths to success. By exploring the decision-making process and SMART goal setting, students will develop practical skills for navigating life's challenges.

Let's take a look at the schedule of lessons:

Week 1: Who Are You?
Students will explore what makes them unique, discovering their strengths, interests, and passions.

Week 2: Personal Values
This week, students will learn the definition of positive values and ethics. They will identify one trait they wish to improve and write a heartfelt letter to their future selves, expressing their aspirations for personal growth.

Week 3: Character Education
Understanding the importance of character, we will explore the six pillars of character education. Students will reflect on how these pillars impact their lives and the lives of others.

Week 4: Defining Success
Students will examine the meaning of success and its relationship with failure. By the end of this week, they will be able to define what success means to them personally. Additionally, positive and effective communication skills will be highlighted.

Week 5: Decision-Making Process
The decision-making process is a critical skill in life. Students will learn the six steps of making well-informed decisions and showcase their understanding through a creative 6-step decision-making comic strip.

Week 6: Goal Setting
We will conclude with the empowering topic of goal setting. Students will understand the importance of setting goals, differentiate between long-term and short-term goals, and practice setting SMART goals: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.

Course Structure:
Video lessons will be posted weekly by 9 a.m. on Sundays, providing a structured learning experience. Throughout the week, students will complete activities to demonstrate their understanding of the week's topic. I encourage learners to share their work and reflections in the classroom discussion or through direct messages to me.

I will actively engage with students through check-ins and be available to answer questions throughout the week. If any topic requires additional attention, a review or follow-up will be posted on Sunday to ensure that every student feels supported and confident in their learning.

Let's embark on this transformative journey together, discovering our true selves and unlocking our full potential. Join me as we explore the depths of personal growth and forge a path towards a more meaningful and successful future. I am excited to guide you through this enlightening experience!
I am a former High School Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher and am currently working as a Career Coach for a state department of education.  You will find my teaching style patient, positive, and encouraging.