Habit 1: Be Proactive *I'm in Charge of Me* |
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood *Listen Before You Talk* |
*I take initiative.
*I am a responsible person. *I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is watching. *I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. *I do not blame others for my wrong actions. Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind *Have a Plan* *I plan ahead and set goals.
*I look for ways to be a good citizen. *I do things that have meaning and make a difference. *I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school's mission and vision. Habit 3: Put First Things First
*Work First, Then Play* *I spend my time on things that are most important.
*This means I say no to things I know I should not do. *I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. *I am disciplined and organized. Habit 4: Think Win-Win *I Win, You Win, We Win* *I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want.
*I make deposits in others' Emotional Bank Accounts. *When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives. *I look for ways to be a good citizen. |
*I am confident in voicing my ideas.
*I look people in the eyes when talking. *I listen to other people's ideas and feelings. *I try to see things from their viewpoints. *I listen to others without interrupting. Habit 6: Synergize *Together is Better* *I value other people's strengths and learn from them.
*I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. *I work well in groups. *I seek out other people's ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than any of us can alone. *I am humble. Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw *Balance Feels Best* *I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep.
*I find meaningful ways to help others. *I spend time with my family and friends. *I learn in lots of fun ways and places, not just at school. |