Self – image
Self –image is the way a person feels, and thinks of themselves. Having this lesson at the beginning of the year was beneficial for me because it challenged me throughout the year. I have come to realize that it is easier to down play your achievements and skills than it is to talk highly of yourself. Overall I would say I have a positive self-image but sometimes it is easy to doubt my skills. However, this lesson has taught me that being proud of yourself doesn’t correlate with being stuck up. Over the course of the year, I have doubted my abilities less and have been able to stress my strengths in necessary times.
Self –image is the way a person feels, and thinks of themselves. Having this lesson at the beginning of the year was beneficial for me because it challenged me throughout the year. I have come to realize that it is easier to down play your achievements and skills than it is to talk highly of yourself. Overall I would say I have a positive self-image but sometimes it is easy to doubt my skills. However, this lesson has taught me that being proud of yourself doesn’t correlate with being stuck up. Over the course of the year, I have doubted my abilities less and have been able to stress my strengths in necessary times.
Taking the initiative to lead
I have always been an outgoing person so in groups I typically take charge. This lesson taught me that sometimes my eagerness to lead is an eagerness to make it the way I want rather than being a true servant leader. My perfectionist tendencies tend to appear in group projects which has left it hard to delegate tasks. However, being in a course where others are just as capable and willing to work as I am has taught me to let go of the control. I have witnessed many tasks get completed in ways I wouldn’t have thought of, which is another reminder that my way not always be best.
I have always been an outgoing person so in groups I typically take charge. This lesson taught me that sometimes my eagerness to lead is an eagerness to make it the way I want rather than being a true servant leader. My perfectionist tendencies tend to appear in group projects which has left it hard to delegate tasks. However, being in a course where others are just as capable and willing to work as I am has taught me to let go of the control. I have witnessed many tasks get completed in ways I wouldn’t have thought of, which is another reminder that my way not always be best.
Connecting with others
Connecting with others especially while working together on a task is extremely important to see success. My outgoing personality makes it easy to start up a conversation with others however, I can see how me joking around and drawing attention to myself can be intimidating to more reserved people. One thing this lesson has taught me is how to truly listen to a person rather than just waiting for a chance to reply to them. The skills of listening and making others feel important go hand and hand, which I believe everyone can work on. I also think that spending quality time with others creates a connection that nothing else can and this bond is essential for having successful relationships.
Connecting with others especially while working together on a task is extremely important to see success. My outgoing personality makes it easy to start up a conversation with others however, I can see how me joking around and drawing attention to myself can be intimidating to more reserved people. One thing this lesson has taught me is how to truly listen to a person rather than just waiting for a chance to reply to them. The skills of listening and making others feel important go hand and hand, which I believe everyone can work on. I also think that spending quality time with others creates a connection that nothing else can and this bond is essential for having successful relationships.
Team building skills
Any productive team is able to build on the strengths of each member, and piece together the best of what everyone has to offer. Team skills are critical in entering the job force because you don’t get to pick your colleagues but collaboration with them is essential. A willingness to work together and cooperate is at the core of a successful team, no one can be right all the time. Having achievable goals is one way cooperation can be kick-started so the group all has their eyes on the same prize. Trust is also needed in a group setting so peers can not only trust the group member will hold up their share, but also helpful hints and criticisms can be taken if there is a bond between members. Each behavioral science field is intertwined so having the opportunity to work with students in other majors reflects the importance to continue this through my professional career.
Any productive team is able to build on the strengths of each member, and piece together the best of what everyone has to offer. Team skills are critical in entering the job force because you don’t get to pick your colleagues but collaboration with them is essential. A willingness to work together and cooperate is at the core of a successful team, no one can be right all the time. Having achievable goals is one way cooperation can be kick-started so the group all has their eyes on the same prize. Trust is also needed in a group setting so peers can not only trust the group member will hold up their share, but also helpful hints and criticisms can be taken if there is a bond between members. Each behavioral science field is intertwined so having the opportunity to work with students in other majors reflects the importance to continue this through my professional career.
Personal reflection
As busy as we all claim to be, I have come to find out that in order to stay sane building personal reflection time into a schedule is necessary. This includes spending time with oneself without any distractions which can be intimidating. In the past I have tried to do similar reflections but have been uncomfortable with the silence and gave up. This lesson stressed to me that it is natural to be uncomfortable and ultimately will lead to personal growth. Taking time to reflect on personal and professional goals allows a person to find their purpose, which many never do. Self-reflection also is not aimed at being negative or down-putting which has been a tendency of mine in the past. There is a difference between learning from overthinking and being critical of one’s mistakes and reflecting on the different actions that can be taken in the future to avoid a similar situation. Throughout the school year I have needed to make important decisions regarding my future career and having this knowledge of self-reflection has made it easier to work through the decision.
As busy as we all claim to be, I have come to find out that in order to stay sane building personal reflection time into a schedule is necessary. This includes spending time with oneself without any distractions which can be intimidating. In the past I have tried to do similar reflections but have been uncomfortable with the silence and gave up. This lesson stressed to me that it is natural to be uncomfortable and ultimately will lead to personal growth. Taking time to reflect on personal and professional goals allows a person to find their purpose, which many never do. Self-reflection also is not aimed at being negative or down-putting which has been a tendency of mine in the past. There is a difference between learning from overthinking and being critical of one’s mistakes and reflecting on the different actions that can be taken in the future to avoid a similar situation. Throughout the school year I have needed to make important decisions regarding my future career and having this knowledge of self-reflection has made it easier to work through the decision.