wellness test Flashcards
what effects your personality?
genetics
environment
What is personality?
complex set of characteristics that make you you.
characteristics of a Type A personality
-time urgency, yes girl, hard time relaxing, overachiever, competitive, stressed
characteristics of Type B personality
-laid back, can relax, can procrastinate, can say “no”, still is a high achiever
characteristics of a Type C personality
assertive with what they want– may not go after it though, introverted, dependable, good analytical skills, depresses
Verbal part of communication
speaking
non-verbal part of communication
posture, body language, facial expressions
active listening part of communication
eye contact, facial expressions, gestures– nodding, not interrupting, asking questions
Passive (submissive) communication style
forgiving/apologetic in expressing opinions, lack of eye contact
Assertive (confident) communication style
-direct and respectful when expressing their opinions, good body language and eye contact.
aggressive (demanding) communication style
obnoxious and disrespectful and not conscientious when expressing opinions, interrupts
what is a Habit?
behaviors performed without thought
How to break a Habit?
1) regain conscious control
2) replace habit with a good habit
Optimistic attitude
looks at the positive perspective, expects the best scenario
Pessimistic attitude
negative outlook and expects worst scenario
conscience
the feeling of OBLIGATION to perform actions we think are good and avoid doing ones that are wrong.
health triangle has…
mental, physical, and social on it
social…
good relationships with others
mental…
comfortable with yourself; good body image, aware
physical…
taking care of yourself; eating healthy, exercising
lifestyle factors
1) eating healthy
2) sleep
3) H2O
4) good relationships
5) avoiding drugs, alcohol, and sex
steps to making a Decision
1) Identify the problem
2) Describe the choices
3) Evaluate the choices
4) Act on one of them
5) Learn from your decision
Refusal Styles
1) Say “No” in a firm voice
2) suggest alternatives
3) leave
4) give explanation
5) appropriate string body language
Inactive decision making style
- doesn’t make op any decisions at all
- whatever happens happens
Reactive decision-making style
-lets others make and influence their decisions
Proactive decision-making style
- makes their own decisions ultimately
- accepts the consequences
what is empowerment?
sense of control over life and is inspired.
how to increase self-esteem?
- journaling
- exercise
- family as priority
Kinesics…
body language
Proxemics…
personal space
haptics…
touch
chronemics…
time
artifacts…
objects; items
