Habits

2. Explain the concept of the mental creation.

It is mental; you see it in your head. you can vision it in your mind

Habits require?

Knowledge--Theoretical What to do & why Skill--How to do Desire--Motivation The want to

proactive

Proactive people act in advance to deal with expected difficulties or problems. They anticipate and prepare. They believe that their own actions can affect outcomes.

stimulus/response theory

we are conditioned to respond in predictable ways to different events (or stimuli).

what is a Habit

Things we do repeatedly..

What is inside out

in order to change, the person must first change internally. Inside-out is a "process of renewal based on the natural laws (principles) that govern human growth and progress

3. Describe the purpose and value of a Personal Mission Statement.

A mission statement is a document that articulates the vision of an organization, business, or individual. It clearly identifies that vision and allows you to keep the end in mind. If the mission statement is written by and for an individual

What is Habit 1

Be proactive

Compare and contrast the circle of concern and the circle of influence.

Circle of influence we can change and alter and circle of concern are broader issues that we dont have control to change.

Describe how the circle of influence changes when it is the focus of your behaviors.

Covey believes that if we spend our energy on things over which we have some control, we will find that we can control more and more rather than focusing on situations that we have no control over.

Describe the human characteristic of freedom to choose.

Covey believes that we are not limited by our genes, our psychology, or our environment. We can choose to overcome those limitations and take responsibility for our own lives and decisions.

Maturity Continuum

Dependence I need you Independence I don't need anyone I can do it myself Interdependence We need each other * Covey's paradigm of a maturity continuum is from dependence to independence to interdependence

1. Covey has identified the following principles. Briefly describe or define each. Fairness Integrity Honesty Human dignity Service Growth Patience Nurturing Love Fidelity Temperance

Fairness:free from bias, dishonesty, or injustice: Integrity: adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty. Honesty: telling the truth/facts Human dignity: self-respect Service: a helpful act Growth: process of development Patience: ability to stay calm; wait; without complaint Nurturing: to support and encourage Love: a feeling of warm personal attachment or deep affection Fidelity: loyalty Temperance: moderation

Distinguish between three theories of determinism.

Genetic determinism suggests that the way you behave is due to your genetic make-up; your ancestors did it to you. Your grandparents had violent tempers, so it's obvious why you do, too. Psychic determinism blames (or credits) your parents. How you were raised as a child affected the personality and character you developed. environmental determinism suggests that you developed into the person you are today because of the surroundings in which you were raised or are living currently.

Proactive people take ________

Initiative they recognize their responsibility to make things happen

Four attributes that can inform our choices

Self-awareness allows us to examine our own thoughts and behaviors. Imagination allows us to create ideas in our minds; we can "see" things that don't yet exist. Conscience is our awareness of right and wrong and of the principles that determine our behavior. Independent will is our ability to act based on our self-awareness.

1. Describe the concept of "vision."

Vision requires you to see the future in your mind; it is "applied imagination" Covey believes that all things are created twice. Habit 2, begin with the end in mind, is the first creation. Your vision clarifies your "desire, dreams, hopes, goals, and plans