Midterm Flashcards
Western cultures values individual goals over group goals
True
The ability to feel interest in something and make it your life’s work
Vocation
A state of well-being that comes from having positive evaluation on life
Happiness
Which characteristic of a well-set goal let’s you know whether you’ve achieved your goal or not?
Measurable
Goals are tools for translating dreams into reality
True
Exercise can help manage stress because it helps burn off adrenaline in your bloodstream
True
Which obstacle to achieving a goal requires skill of adapting in order to overcome it?
Resisting change
A persons physical and psychological reaction to the demands of life is known as
Stress
Being assertive means standing up for your rights through gentle threats and mild aggression
False
What is the recommended technique for handling vague, general criticisms?
probe for specifics
Which of the following is the most effect at developing coping skills/boosting self-esteem?-
“I will begin being active and productive”
self-esteem:
is confidence in and respect for yourself
Which “leg” of self-esteem corresponds to self-efficacy?
sense of control and competence
The belief that you are able to achieve what you want in life is called-
self-expectancy
Which of the following is vital to developing healthy self-esteem?-
accepting and valuing yourself as you are now
