Chapter 12 - Learning About Yourself

Only positively

They can influence it positively or negatively.

They have no effect

Only negatively

It makes you less creative.

It helps you stay focused on goals.

It encourages laziness.

It limits personal freedom.

Finding a job immediately.

Planning your future career options.

Making friends in school.

Choosing a favorite color.

Following social media trends.

Watching educational videos.

Reading about famous people.

An activities preference inventory.

A type of study method.

Only physical skills and abilities.

Natural talents for learning skills easily.

Interest in many subjects.

A skill developed through training and practice.

Something you know without practice.

An interest in a subject area.

A natural talent you are born with.

Skills and talents

Physical health

Personality traits and habits

Hobbies and interests

Creativity is the only required trait.

Yes, jobs need specific personality traits.

All careers need the same personality traits.

Only certain jobs care about personality.

A one-time action.

A skill you practice.

A random behavior.

Doing something the same way every time.

Influences from friends

Principles and beliefs important to you

What is popular at school

Trends in popular culture

They have no impact on ethics.

They change laws in society.

They can shape your moral values.

They create group conflicts.

A goal to reach in a few days or weeks. Less than six months.

A personal wish without action.

A goal that takes years to achieve.

A vague plan for the future.

Common goals for students

Accepted levels of achievement

Types of income

Basic needs for living

Clothes and community resources.

Money and tools for achieving goals.

Skills and knowledge you have within yourself.

Motivation from external sources.