1. Lesson 3 Mental Fitness What are some addictions YOU have???
Addiction: a repeated behavior; difficult to stop and has HARMFUL effects
ex. Smoking; Gambling; Exercise
Do not confuse w/ Compulsion(compulsive)
Enabler: a person who knowingly or unknowingly supports the harmful
behavior of another person

2. Self-Esteem: what you think of yourself; it can be high or low
Higher = confidence & responsibility
Lower = self doubt and insecurity

3. Personality: unique blend of physical, mental/emotional and social traits
a) it is unique to you
b) at your age you create an IDENTITY(look & style)
Heredity: sum of traits of your parents
ex. Blond hair, Blue eyes; Tall or Short
Question??? What else affects what your identity will be???
Answer…Environment: everything that surrounds you
Nature vs. nurture
Out of your hands…
what you will be, you will be!
How you are raised will determine
who you are to become!