Values, Habits, and Attitude - In Depth Notes

Core Values of SCCGTI

• Moral Integrity: Upholding ethical standards, honesty, and accountability.
• Effectiveness and Efficiency: Focusing on achieving goals with a minimum of wasted resources.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions.

Learning Objectives

• Relate the Values of SCCGTI to personal development.
• Define habits and align them with personal goals.
• Discuss the seven habits of highly effective people.
• Develop effective study and personal habits.

Understanding Values

• Definition: Values are individual beliefs that motivate people to act in specific ways. They are crucial in guiding behavior and decision-making.
• Importance: Clear values streamline decision-making and prioritize actions. When behavior aligns with values, individuals typically experience greater satisfaction.
• Quote: "When your values are clear to you, making decisions becomes easier." - Roy E. Disney.

Influence of Values on Habits

• Values provide the foundation for habits.
• While values guide behavior, habits are the practical application of those values daily.

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen R. Covey)

1. Be Proactive: Take initiative and responsibility to make things happen.
2. Begin with the End in Mind: Have a clear destination to understand current status and values.
3. Put First Things First: Manage time and actions based on priorities, organizing tasks effectively.
4. Think Win-Win: Approach life cooperatively, creating scenarios where everyone succeeds.
5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Practice empathetic listening to foster openness and trust.
6. Synergize: Utilize cooperative creativity and embrace the benefits of differences.
7. Sharpen the Saw: Focus on self-renewal in various dimensions—physical, spiritual, mental, and social-emotional.

Bad Study Habits to Avoid

Common Pitfalls:

1. Starting a Study Session Without a Plan: Always have a clear outline or agenda for studying.
2. Procrastination: Avoid leaving assignments until the last minute.
3. Ineffective Study Sessions: Spend quality time studying efficiently instead of long hours without gain.
4. Distractions: Stay focused by limiting social media and phone usage during study time.
5. Studying in Front of TV: Create a conducive study environment free from distractions.
6. Cramming: Study gradually instead of cramming the night before tests; this enhances retention and understanding.
7. Not Asking for Help: Don't hesitate to seek assistance from teachers when concepts are unclear.
8. Memorizing vs. Understanding: Focus on truly understanding material rather than rote memorization.
9. Disorganized Notes: Maintain organized and accessible study materials for effective review.
10. Ignoring Mistakes: Learn from errors to improve future performance.