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Final Exam (Ch. 9, 10, 13) Flashcards

1
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who often has difficulty talking openly about sexual matters

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people of all ages

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2
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mutual empathy

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the awareness of each partner’s reciprocal care for each other
making sure each person feels safe talking about sex

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3
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how do college-level sex ed courses help?

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help break down communication barriers by demystifying sexual health and practices

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4
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how has the internet affected sexuality?

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expanded the avenues to explore and express sexuality

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5
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altersexuality

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increased fluidity of sexual experience

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wikisexuality

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sexual experiences that are not possible (or comfortable) in “real” life

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the problem with wikisexuality

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perpetuates the rape myth

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8
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how do people learn about appropriate expressions of sexuality?

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it is culture specific
learn from family, friends, society, religion

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9
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sexually responsible decisions involve . . .

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considering the possible consequences of sexual behavior

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10
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establishing boundaries is important in . . .

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being true to one’s own values

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sexual abstinence means . . .

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different things to different people, cultures, religious groups

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reactance

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teens want to do things they’re not supposed to do

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13
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causes of sexual guilt

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extramarital affairs, sexual promiscuity, hooking up

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14
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misconceptions about sex

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women should not initiate (not as desirable)
gay bad
hot people are better in bed
old people have no interest in sex

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15
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concerns about sexuality

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worrying about performance
STIs and STDs
worrying about body
feel responsible for partner dissatisfaction
guilt over sexual feelings + behaviors
feel abnormal

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16
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criteria for abnormal sexual behavior

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non-consensual
with something that cannot consent

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17
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sensual experiences and sexual experiences

relationship between the two

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can be enjoyed separate from each other

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18
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sexual arousal and response is affected by . . .

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numerous factors

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19
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sexual health correlation with general health

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positive correlation
high ejaculation = lower risk of prostate cancer
sex-> endocrine events, physical + emotional reactions -> better women’s health

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20
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what is valued in sexual relationships?

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love and affection

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21
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important attributes for sexual relationships

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commitment
good communication
high quality of emotional + physical intimacy

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what is the relationship between love and sex?

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positive correlation

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23
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hook-up

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short-term non-monogamous sexual relationship without the expectation of emotional intimacy

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24
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hook ups most prevalent with . . .

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American college students
also occurs among younger adolescents, non-college adults

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hook ups occur between . . .

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people who know one another on an acquaintance level (possibly through a friend)

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friends with benefits

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they fuckin
no desire for a long-term relationship

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27
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“sexual addiction” and “compulsive sexual behavior” controversy

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over whether they are appropriate terms

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28
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how to deal with sex addiction

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12-step peer-led groups

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29
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watching more porn causes . . .

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stronger sexual urges

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30
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indicators of a porn problem

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unexplained absences
excessive computer use
social + emotional withdrawal
hiding, lying, and secretive behavior
increased performance concerns
decreased affection, intimacy, non-sexual touching

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31
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hazards of unprotected sex

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HIV/AIDs
other STIs
unplanned pregnancies
(including mental effects)

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questions to consider to make responsible sexual choices

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will my actions
-hurt someone?
-limit another’s freedom?
-exploit another’s rights? (power imbalance)
-be consistent with my values and commitments?

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33
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good gauge of how you will approach your career

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how you approach your postsecondary education

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34
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leaving college will make it . . .

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more difficult to return later

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35
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important factors in choosing a career

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motivation and achievement
attitudes about occupations
abilities and aptitudes
interests
values
self-concept

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36
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John Holland’s Personality Types

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realistic
investigative
artistic
social
enterprising
conventional

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37
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process of deciding on a career

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  • comprehensive information gathering
  • analytic information processing
  • less procrastination, more effort invested
  • greater speed in reaching the final decision
  • less dependence on others and less desire to please
  • an internal locus of control
  • begin by focusing on yourself
  • generate alt. solutions (backup plans)
  • gather + assess info about alternatives
  • weigh and prioritize your alternatives
  • make the decision + formulate a plan
  • carry out the decision
    • get feedback
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38
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what to do if you experience discontent in work?

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focus on factors you can change

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39
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in your work you should . . .

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identify ways you can create meaning in your work

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40
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if you have to stay at a bad job

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find fulfillment outside of your job
(recognition, significance, productivity, excitement)

41
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assess whether your attitudes about work . . .

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help or hinder your career success

42
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people often equate what they do with . . .

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who they are

43
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job loss leads to questioning . . .

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judgement, priorities, and ideals

44
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how to stave off loneliness during unemployment

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stay in touch with friends and family

45
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bullying on the job can cause . . .

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anxiety and depression
reduced effectiveness at work

46
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negative/pessimistic employees will likely . . .

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take out their frustrations on coworkers

47
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abusive supervisors are more challenging to deal with than abusive employees because . . .

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power imbalance

48
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a great asset in midlife

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being aware of career options

49
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what makes job change harder?

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attitudes and fears about changing jobs that are left unquestioned and unexamined

50
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people who feel stuck in their jobs should ask themselves . . .

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if their personal satisfaction outweighs the financial rewards

51
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technological advances that revolutionized the way we work

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email and mobile technology

52
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normal personal/professional life boundary changed by . . .

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technology

53
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more people working at . . .

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home

54
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retirees may experience . . .

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dissatisfaction, purposeless
actively involved in recreation, community work, new ventures

55
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retirement may need to be delayed due to . . .

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unanticipated financial hardships

56
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how to make retirement a new beginning

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keeping oneself vital as physical, psychological, spiritual, social beings

57
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5 retirement paths

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continuers - keep working
adventurers - travel
seekers - try lots of new things
easy gliders - easy transition
retreaters - isolated

58
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recreation involves . . .

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creating new interests that become our path to vitality

59
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appropriate work/recreation balance depends on . . .

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the needs of the individual

60
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pursuit of leisure activities is associated with . . .

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improved physical and cognitive functioning
increased happiness
greater longevity

61
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3 existential questions for meaning

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who am I?
where am I going?
why?

62
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quest for identity involves . . .

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identifying core values
listening to inner selves
may go against cultural upbringing
continuous, never ending

63
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how to find our meaning

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creating our own meaning

64
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two things related to meaning in life

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nostalgia and hope
(past and future)

65
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philosophy of life is made up of . . .

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the fundamental beliefs, attitudes, and values that govern a person’s behavior

66
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how to form your own philosophy

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create alone time for reflection
reflect on basic assumptions about life
consider what eventual death means for your current life
listen to those who challenge your beliefs - civil discourse
adopt an accepting attitude towards people who believe differently

67
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historical figures to look up to

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Martin Luther King Jr.
Mahatma Gandhi
Viktor Frankl
Dr. Edith Eva Eger
Nelson Mandella

68
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logotherapy

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therapy through meaning

69
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Viktor Frankl believed . . .

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our search for purpose is what distinguishes us as humans

70
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Nietzsche claimed . . .

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“He who has a why to live for can bear with almost any how.”

71
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what shapes the meaning of our lives?

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the decisions we make or fail to make

72
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Philip Zimbardo addresses . . .

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the perplexing issue of how average decent people become perpatrators of evil

73
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behavior change: 2 critical catalysts

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the external situation
the system that creates and maintains the situation

74
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who is trying to understand the phenomenon of radicalization?

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political analysts, scholars, and countless others

75
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Philip Zimbardo’s current passion

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Heroic Imagination Project

76
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mission of the Heroic Imagination Project

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teach people skills/knowledge to make effective decisions in challenging situations

77
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4 criteria for an act to be heroic

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voluntary
helps others
potential risk/cost to self
don’t expect gain/payoff

78
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spirituality

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a set of beliefs and practices that can result in a life-changing path that gives greater meaning, purpose, and fulfillment to a person’s life

79
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Dalai Lama believes the ultimate goal of religion is to . . .

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produce better human beings who will demonstrate caring and acceptance of others

80
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basic spiritual values include . . .

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goodness, love, compassion, tolerance
forgiveness
human warmth, caring
kindness to self

81
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compassion involves . . .

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caring about another’s suffering and doing something about it

82
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questions for our values

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where did values come from?
have I questioned my values?
are my values open to change?
are my actions consistent with my beliefs?
can I accept people with different values?
do I avoid judging others?

83
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how to embrace diversity

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pay attention to common ground and universal themes that unite us
life philosophy should embrace understanding and acceptance of diverse worldviews

84
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paths toward an ever-narrowing existence

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prejudice and discrimination

85
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prejudice vs. discrimination

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prejudice = attitudes
discrimination = actions

86
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first step toward change (for diversity)

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becoming aware of our own subtle prejudice

87
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unintentional bigotry

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being convinced we do not harbor prejudice

88
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microaggressions

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persistent verbal, behavioral, environmental assaults, insults, and invalidations
often occur subtly, difficult to identify

89
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how to break down the barriers that separate us

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acknowledge and understand your biases and prejudices
be respectful of those who are different
learn about different cultures
be willing to test, adapt, and change your perceptions
imagine being someone of [group]

90
Q

we can make a difference through . . .

A

our attitudes, choices, and actions

91
Q

examples of ways we can make a difference

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help out someone (family, friend, neighbor)
get involved in human rights organizations, support social justice
take steps to protect our planet

92
Q

first step to protecting the planet

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recognize there is a growing global crisis

93
Q

second step to protecting the planet

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recognize that each of us can assume personal responsibility to bring change

94
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landmark climate change agreement where?

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UN Climate Change Conference in Paris

95
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personal growth is a . . .

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process, not a destination

96
Q

who can change your ways of thinking, feeling, and doing?

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only you!

97
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consider counseling if you . . .

A

feel out of control of your life
are stuck
in unsatisfying relationship
in spiritual crisis
experiencing significant loss
are a victim of discrimination/oppression
fear using your potential

98
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pathways for continued self-exploration

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develop a reading program
practice ongoing self-assessment
engage in self-directed behavior change
get involved in a support group

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