A distillation from Ralph Waldo Emerson is “Life is a journey, not a destination.” Taking your journey through life can be fraught and uncertain but with reflection and planning, it can be the trip of a lifetime! Drawing from seminal theory in developmental psychology and growth centered activities, students will be motivated to engage in exploring their life journey. From where they are now to where they want to be, activities will encourage students to take the next step toward their chosen destinations. Project Self-Discovery provides students with the tools needed to direct their life plan inside of the classroom and beyond.
Preface
Introduction
UNIT I: DEFINE YOUR IDENTITY
CHAPTER 1 Personal Identity Formation
Values and Integrity
Identifying Your Personality Type
Communication
Life Balance and Wellness
Chapter 2 Cognitive Processes
Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
Attitude
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
UNIT II: WHY AM I HERE? EXPLORING PURPOSE AND AWARENESS
CHAPTER 3 Self-Transcendence
Making Meaning and Finding Joy
Living with Intent
Gratitude
Finding yourself in the service of others
Chapter 4 Social Understanding and Engagement: Celebrating the Diversity Within Us All
Understanding Cultural Diversity and Multiculturalism
Privilege
Cultural Responsiveness
Outside the “ZONE”: Embracing Opportunities for Knowledge and Growth
UNIT III: PERSONAL RESOURCES: ASSETS AND APTITUDES
Chapter 5 Wellness Check
Assessing Our Wellness
Resiliency
Chapter 6 Personal Upgrades
Adapting Successfully to Change
Information Management
The Myth of Multitasking
Time Management
UNIT IV: RELATIONSHIPS AND CONNECTIONS
Chapter 7 Identifying Important Relationships
Relationships and Systems
Healthy Relationships
Communication
Interpersonal Relationships—Vulnerability and Assertiveness
Boundaries
UNIT V: WHERE AM I GOING? CAREER READINESS AND LIFE MAPPING
CHAPTER 8 “Adulting” 101
Career Readiness
Professionalism
Financial Competence: A Big Step in Planning Your Future
Chapter 9 Life Mapping: The Plan