Life Calling Test Chapters 1-4 Flashcards
Study of ultimate meaning in human experience.
Philosophical
Study of human characteristics and dynamics that help you understand what kind of person you are.
Scientific
The creation of an effective plan of action for you life.
Strategic
Who you are around the most.
Family
Those who are successful in the areas of work, family, or service.
Modelers
A trusted counselor or teacher who will walk alongside you.
Mentors
Focusing upon what you are good at.
Strengths
Focusing upon multiple areas of what you are good at, rather than just one.
Comprehensive
Asking yourself and others to confirm if you are actually good at what you think you are good at.
Validate
Individuals trained to help you in the exploration process.
Professional
Individuals such as pastors, youth ministers, and teachers who have trained people in life development.
Para - professional
Family members and friends whom you can count on for good advice.
Non - professional
The process of collecting and making sense of the events of our lives.
Life - mapping
The writings of others throughout history to provide insight and valuable lessons learned.
Classics
Finding patterns from the past that are occurring right now to prepare for what may happen.
Analyze trends
Unplanned moments.
Circumstantial
Activities we engage in specifically for the purpose of trying to gain information.
Experimental
Activities that provide direct information from the world of work.
Job - related
The skill of acting in a non-judgmental manner rather than simply judging what the other person is
saying and either jumping to conclusions about what’s being said or already planning what you are going to say.
Listening
Quietly contemplating the meaning of what you have learned.
Meditating
Thinking about what you’ve learned in a written form.
Journaling
S: M: A: R: T:
Simple Measurable Achievable Relevant Time - framed
8 pillars:
History Arts Literature Philosophy Religion Science Citizenship Human behavior
An option in life that attracts your curiosity.
Interest
An interest you would definitely pursue if you didn’t have any limitations.
Desire
A desire I would be willing to dedicate or give my life for.
Passion
Drives you - toward a course of action in life.
To be compelled by a dream
Moves you - causes you to actually move in that direction.
To be impelled by a dream
A state of utter confusion or disorder characterized by a total lack of organization.
Chaos
Of or pertaining to the aspect of human existence that is apart and distinguished from the physical nature.
Spiritual
A truth known by actual experience or observation to exist or to have happened.
Fact
Something purposely meant to be done or brought about.
Intentional
A statement that is taken for granted.
Assumption
Mental acceptance of and conviction in the truth, actuality, or validity of something.
Belief
Basic plan, scheme, or pattern that guides and controls function or development.
Design
Keeps you going - keeps you moving toward your goal.
To be propelled by a dream
4 activities of the cycle diagram:
Hearing, reflecting, learning, practicing.
What is the primary cause for someone to give up living their life in a passionate pursuit of their dreams?
Fear of being disappointed.
What is the stated purpose of this course?
To build unshakable confidence in you life choices.
Compare and contrast the viewpoints on the definition of “BEAUTY” between a Supernaturalist and a Naturalist.
•Supernaturalist: Values the God-created inward qualities of humans.
•Naturalist: Values the outward physical form and personalities of humans.
This is the moral and ethical quality of people demonstrated in the actions taken in life consistent with the mind-set they establish in their lives.
Character
Our life is _____ when the principles we claim to believe for our lives equal the way we actually live our lives.
Congruent
Our life is _____ when the principles we claim to believe for our lives does NOT equal the way we actually live our lives.
Not congruent
5 steps toward managing your time:
- Become proactive.
- Audit your time.
- Establish priorities.
- Set S.M.A.R.T. goals.
- Create a workable schedule.
What is an external locus of control?
The belief that life and behavior is ruled by other people / external circumstances.
What is an internal locus of control?
The belief that life and behavior is ruled by their own personal decisions and actions.
If the principles of our life do NOT equal the way we actually live our lives, what are our only two options to make them equal?
Change our principles or change our behavior.
Which Biblical character was used in the text to illustrate how an individual’s principles (living for God) did NOT equal what was actually done in their life (following their own direction)?
King Saul
Which Biblical character was used to illustrate the confusion that results when we do not live in consistency with our beliefs?
Judas Iscariot
Which Biblical character was used in the text to illustrate that God will NOT give up on us despite our actions?
Peter
Which Biblical character was used to illustrate that we can have faith in God’s plan and purpose for our lives even when the circumstances don’t seem like it?
Esther
This is an exertion of energy, power, or force to accomplish a desired end.
Action
This is a group sharing common characteristics, interests, and heritage.
Community
This is a linking relationship and association that joins, unites, and binds us to one another.
Connection
This is a feeling of appreciative, often deferential, regard and esteem.
Respect
This is the noblest form of love carried out in life’s relationships.
Servanthood
____ is the forced act of serving another person……
…..and it is carried out in our ____.
_____is the decided act of serving another person……
…..and it is carried out in our______.
____is the attitudinal act of serving another person…..
…..and it is carried out in our ______.
Servitude Body Service Mind Servanthood Spirit
Use the Mutual Influence Model and list what NEGATIVE act you are NOT communicating.
______ When you love and accept others…….
……..you are NOT ___ them.
_____ When you listen and learn from others…….
……..you are NOT ___ them.
_____ When you serve and partner with others…….
………you are NOT ___ them.
Respect Judging Trust Correcting Dignity Direct
How did Romero feel about the way Jason included him the construction project?
Left out/ignored
Why didn’t Romero feel a special connection to the people who built his home?
They didn’t have conversations with him, nor did they try to get to know him.
What caused Jason’s continual frustration during the building project?
Focus was on other issues/not the job at hand.
What expectation did Jason have that resulted in him not feeling appreciated?
He gave up his time and money to be there.
What Biblical character was used by God to teach Peter that favoritism was wrong?
Cornelius
What Biblical character is used to illustrate that it is our responsibility to bring goodness into a situation where evil is prevailing?
Good Samaritan
How did Bonhoeffer illustrate giving his life to bring goodness in the face of evil?
He was committed to opposing the Nazi’s even to his death.
Stereotypes endure because people tend to overestimate the association between variables that are only slightly correlated or not correlated at all – which is known as an ____.
Illusionary correlation
Stereotypes endure because people have a tendency to seek, interpret, and create information that verifies their existing beliefs – which is known as _____.
Confirmation bias
Stereotypes endure when people believe that most other people share their stereotypes – this is known as ___.
False consensus bias
Sycophants are an example of which stereotype?
False consensus bias
Someone saying “the reason why they are poor is because they are lazy” is an example of which stereotype?
Illusionary correlation
Someone saying “teenagers don’t have respect for the sacrifices of older generations” is an example of which stereotype?
Confirmation bias
Known as the process of displacing aggression or projecting guilt onto a group of people.
Scapegoating
The place where prejudices are learned through society where privileges are given to a select group.
Institutions
The place in society that promotes prejudices through images using stereotypes.
Media
The act of individuals in society choosing to socially isolate themselves.
Social fragmentation
Why does the act of individuals choosing to socially isolate themselves increasing the probability of prejudice?
Group think