1. Life Sketch Read the below scenario… “I plan to go to the state university next fall, get a degree in interior design, and spend a semester in Italy through the school’s student exchange program. I’m sure the experience will help me get an interior design job in the Miami area after graduation. That’s where I want to live. I can’t wait to get started,” Sheila said. “Sheila really has her life together,” Audrey thought as she listened to all of Sheila’s plans. Sheila had a reputation for setting goals and accomplishing them. There was no doubt she would achieve her dreams for the future. “I’m still trying to figure out who I am, Audrey said to herself. Why am I the way I am?” Where am I going? Will I be a success at what I do someday?” Action…Write three questions you can ask someone to find out who they are.

2. Life Sketch continued… With your elbow partner (person next to you) compare your three questions to your partners. Now answer those questions

3. Interpersonal Studies Kilgore Chapter 1: A Close-up of You

4. Your Life Path Life can be thought of as a path! Birth marks the beginning of you path in this world. Death marks the end of this path. This cycle is your life span. Although your life path is unique, you share many experiences with others. People may have direct or indirect influences on your life path. You can also influence each other. Who you are, what you say, what you do or don’t do--are all important!

5. Accepting Yourself Asking “who am I,” helps you clarify your self-identity. SI=a sense of individuality. Identifying who you are can help you accept yourself. When you accept yourself, it is easier to believe that others will accept you as you are.

6. Growing to Maturity Knowing your self-identity will help you make choices that will direct your life path in the direction you want. During the teen years, your relationship with your parents becomes one of decreasing dependence and increasing independence. Love within the family continues, but the relationship changes. You gain a new respect for your parents as you mature. Friendships also change and mature. True friendships, which involve care and concern become important.

7. Preparing for the Future One task of the teen years is to choose and prepare for a career. Choosing the right career takes into account your interests, abilities, personality, and goals. Close relationships with family and friends will help you grow as a person. These relationships will help prepare you for marriage and family living.

8. Life Map You must have 10 events from birth until now that have shaped who you are! You must have 10 events/goals that you would like to happen in your life before you die. Each milestone must have some type of illustration or picture. Use markers and magazines to make your life map creative! Make your life map look nice and neat! Design it like a timeline, a windy road, climbing a mountain, etc. Be unique!

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10. Warm-up How can a person prepare for both expected and unexpected life changes? What life changes should you expect in the next 10 years? How will you prepare for these changes?

11. Life can change in a moment…. Aron Ralston, the climber who amputated his own arm to save his life. Watch clip!

12. Life can change in a moment…. 1.How many days was Aron trapped? 2.What does he carve in the rock? 3.Which national park does this take place in? 4.Why does Aron not take many supplies? 5.What “rule” does Aron break? 6.Who starts to suspect he is missing? 7.What begins to happen to Aron’s body? 8.Who searches for him? 9.What does he do once he is free from the rock? 10.How far does he have to hike to get out of the canyon? 11.Who does he run into first? 12.Describe what you would do in this situation.

13. Second Chances Homeless Man Ted Williams (Golden Voice) Does First TV Interview Since Discovery

14. Preparing for Change Change is normal! Change may be feared because it brings the unknown. You can expect many changes when you get your first job or apartment. Couples experience change when they become more serious, get engaged or get married. Even more changes are involved with parenting! You may need new skills for communicating your thoughts or ideas to others. In a relationship, you may need to develop skills for sharing your inner feelings. Develop a plan to manage change!

15. Why am I this way? When planning for the future, it can be helpful to look at the influences that shaped your past. The two main factors that affect personal development are heredity and environment. Heredity= the sum of the qualities that were passed from you ancestors through your parents to you. The qualities you inherit make you unique! Your hair color, facial features, height, etc. are examples. Genetics= the science that studies heredity. Each human being has 23 chromosomes= which carry hereditary information from each parent. Gene= the basic unit of heredity. Traits= all inherited characteristics.

16. Genes Researchers suggest that there are 100,000 or so genes that make up each person. Your physical appearance may be similar to a brother, sister, or other family member. However, the genes come from both parents and combine in different patterns in each child. Dominant genes= determine the nature of a certain trait in a person. A dominant gene always over rules a recessive gene. Recessive genes= determine the nature of the trait only when two of them are present. The child must receive two recessive genes, one from each parent.

17. Punnett Square Punnett square= determines what possible gene pairs may result from combining two genes. A total of four combinations are possible. Consequently, each offspring will have a 25% chance of inheriting the characteristic indicated in each box. Sex chromosomes= determine male or female sex. Identified by the symbols X & Y. XX=femaleXY=male The sex of the child is determined by the chromosome passed by the father.

18. Heredity Intelligence is affected by the genes you inherit and other factors that foster brain development such as: good nutrition, stimulating environment, etc. “Use it or lose it” rule applies to brain development. The more you use your brain the easier it is to learn. Certain diseases and disabilities are inherited. Scientists can take a sample of your DNA and identify your gene traits. Carrier= may pass the disease to children but never have the disease themselves

19. Genetic Counseling Helps people understand how hereditary diseases and disabilities are passed on. If you know of a condition that exists in your family, you may speak to a genetic counselor. Families who have confirmed a condition through prenatal testing are also encouraged to meet with a genetic counselor. Your family tree= is a list of your brood relatives for several generations. Check the lifespan of past relatives to determine the average age in you family! Would you want your insurance company to know you family history?

20. Your Environment Environment= includes your surroundings and everything in them. Both heredity and environment influence personal development! Your heredity determines your potential for development. Your environment determines if or how that potential is reached. Your family is a major influence in your life! Some elements in the family environment can stimulate growth. When these are lacking, growth may be slowed.

21. Your Family Prenatal care can affect a child’s life! Families need to create a safe environment for a baby to grow and develop. When children receive warm, loving and consistent care, they tend to feel safe and secure. During the teen years, your family can encourage growth by allowing you more opportunities to make decisions and become independent. The structure of a family can influence many areas of a child’s life. Changes in family structure often affect the family’s ability to provide a stimulating environment. A sibling can be beneficial to development by fostering a healthy relationship. Experiences with siblings help children learn to get along with others.

22. Birth Order Being the first, last, or middle child in a family can make a difference in development. Being an only child or an adopted child can also affect a child’s development. Chonda Pierce

23. Sibling Position Parents are usually idealistic with their first child. They have high expectations for him or her. These children may be expected to do more things and set an example. The middle child is not always given the same responsibility as the oldest, or same attention as the youngest. Some middle children become peacemakers, others try to outdo the older sibling. The youngest child often receives more attention. Younger children may be slow to develop self help skills such as dressing themselves. Expectations may be lower, fewer limits and responsibilities. The youngest child may appear lazy or undisciplined. An only child does not experience the daily give and take of close sibling relationships. Does not experience conflicts that siblings have, may take longer to resolve problems with friends. An only child generally spends more time with adults. Can stimulate adult like behavior, may be labeled as spoiled.

24. Cultural Heritage & Society Cultural heritage= learned behavior that is passed from generation to generation. Your family’s guidelines and beliefs are part of your heritage. The holidays you celebrate, foods that you eat, religious traditions or ceremonies you observe are part of your culture. Big Fat Greek Wedding

25. School Environment A quality school environment provides a setting that encourages students to learn and grow. A quality curriculum offers a wide range of courses that stimulate students intellectual growth. Teacher in a quality school environment encourage students by helping them find areas in which they succeed!

26. Influence of Peers Peers= people your own age. The influence of peers is greatest during the teen years. Your peers can influence immediate decisions as well as the plans you make for you future. Peers can pressure you to make choices related to drugs, alcohol, sex, etc.

27. Community Influence Many different types of communities exist ranging form small towns to big cities. Each community has a influence on its residents! May influence jobs, friends, activities, etc. Within a culture, religious beliefs can influence philosophies of life and provide guidelines for living. Religion can provide meaning and direction to a persons life and help them make decisions.

28. Technology & Media Technology= the practical application of knowledge, using knowledge to solve problems. Technology can be positive! However an emphasis on technology may cause people to judge their quality of life by more or material objects. They may spend less time with family and friends because of the conveniences of technology. Media= TV, radio, movies, newspapers, magazines and the internet. Can influence a person’s decisions, thoughts, and viewpoints, often unconsciously. Television provides models for making friends, developing relationships, and achieving romantic success. Television, movies, and music can also influence a teens’ ideas about sex. Advertising can strongly affect how you spend your money! Can media affect children?

29. Stress, Violence & Environment Today’s society is fast paced, with pressure put on people to succeed at school, work and home. Can cause stress on family and individual lives. Constant exposure to stress and violence in our society can put the body in a state known as fight or flight. This is the body’s immediate tendency to defend itself to flee to safety. A child may react by being impulsive, aggressive, and hyperactive. You have the amazing ability to respond with resilience= the body adjusts to setbacks and makes changes to survive and reach its maximum growth and development.