Family Reflections/Extensions

Here they are. This blog will always be under November.

Lesson 1
Extension
The 7 Habits
1) Be Proactive: b, f
2) Begin With the End in Mind: d
3) Put First Things First: c, g
4) Think Win-Win: g, b
5) Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood: f, e
6) Synergize: a, d
7) Sharpen the Saw: e, a

Family Reflection
He or she would probably say that we are independant and hardworking. We work better alone together, but if we put our efforts together after doing it alone, we can accomplish great things.
Character qualities that are high on my family list is consistency, independence and determination. We also-I always-pull through on things we are asked to do.

Lesson 2
Extension
Goal: write a novel of at least 100, 000 words.
Specific = I want to write a good novel.
Measurable = Withtin 1-2 years.
Action-oriented = I'll need to write about 5-10k words a month.
Realistic = Sure, it's doable.
Timely = 1-2 years? No problem.

Family Reflection
Family goals...I guess our only goal is to be a good family and just be happy. We rarely communicate much as a family so that is basically the one thing we want: to talk about things together and do family things.

Lesson 3
Extension
Long ago a little girl thought no one could understand,
She was sad from so many things and nothing made her happy,
Then finally someone came and lent a hand,
She smiled right up with glee.

For she was understood at last,
Now she yearns to know what others feel,
And everyone's feelings are understood fast,
For she's the one who listens and heals.

Family Reflection
We live by hard work. We always work hard for our goals and we never, ever give up.

Lesson 4
Extension
Part A
1) I think i might feel a little bit annoyed and angry.
2) I would walk up to them and tell the kids that it's no safe or respectful to throw things at people.
Part B
1) I'd probably be sympathetic to their cause. I would no longer be mad or even the little bit annoyed. I would probably just be worried.
2) I would say that I was sorry for getting angry at them and i would probably help them in any way i could.

Family Reflection
Sometimes my mother judges my brother and I took quickly. She thinks we haven't done something (cause most of the time we really haven't done it) and scolds us. On the times we actually do it, she realizes her wrong and apologizes...kindly.

Lesson 5
Extension
Person: Yomi =] (hehe, i hope she doesn't read this.)
Score: +6

Action	Withdrawal	Deposit
Waiting for her in the hallway	0	+1
Not lending her a fine-liner (I forgot it.)	0	0
Not going with her to the cafeteria.	-1	0
"You're awesome at Volleyball."	0	+1
"You don't need to worry so much, you always do great."	0	+1

Person: Winnie (Hehe.)
Score: No idea. (We've been friends so long, it's hard to tell if it's at -10 or +8.)

Action	Withdrawal	Deposit
Helping her in French	0	+1
Not helping her do something ( i have no idea what, but it was something.	-1	0
"You did so good on your test!"	0	+1/2
Gave her a lollipop.	0	+500! Lol...+1

Family Reflection
Definitely bankrupt. My family relations are really poor. It's shocking that it's even called a "family relation." I think i should obey my mother more, but with my brother-who cares if it's bankrupt? It's not like he ever tries to make his EBA higher with me. =] *hehe*.

Lesson 6
Extension
1) She was being proactive because instead of making an accuse, she made up for her mistake.
2) He is being reactive because you can always improvise and do something else.
3) Proactive. She didn't let the fact of not getting a part stop her from being involved.
Family Reflection
We are reactive whenever we don't do something we should. For example, my mother gets really angry when I don't practice piano. We should listen before shouting.
Lesson 7
Extension
A) a. Well, you have some horrible secrets too! b. I'm sorry you feel this way.
B) a. I would tell her to "Get out of my life, you jerk!" b. I would wait for her to cool down, then tell her my feelings one morning when she's available and listening.
Family Reflection
Less arguing, more sharing.
Lesson 8
Extension
Family. No one in my family understands me and they're all so busy with other things to care. I haven't been doing anything, but trying to get them to realize. I think i should just tell them when I can. Maybe a "Mother, can i tell you something?" will work.
Family Reflection
No more "I'm sorry I'm like this", more "I can do better than this."
Lesson 9
Extension
Stop. Do you really want to do that?
Do you really want to give your chances away?
Stop. Think. Look at the options.
Play what you think is the best,
Not just some measly secondhand excuse,
Go with only the best.
Stop again. Mistakes can be erased...
Say the right things,
Press "pause" and think only the BEST.
-"Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars, but remember to keep your feet on the ground."
The Groton School, Groton, MA, May 24, 1904
Family Reflection
*LISTEN, PAUSE, HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS*
Lesson 10
Extension
I'm rushing to work on a Saturday, surprised at how late I was because I was trying to get my novel published. Family and writing is important to me. I would have gotten a job and finished a novel. My friends would think it's the same me
Family Reflection
Currently: on autopilot. Perhaps as time passes, more family time will heal whatever needs to be. I think it will.

Lesson 11

Extension

My greatest strengths are writing, poetry, and photoshopping. I love writing and playing with my computer. Things that are most important to me are my family, friends, and writing.

Family Reflection

Our family would be described as introvertive. We aren't very outgoing. We would like to be described as "tight" though. We spend our time talking...wait, we don't talk.

Lesson 12

Extension

1) Family 2) Education 3) Health 4) Writing 5) Having Fun (Computer, anime) 6) Friends

My number 1 priority is family.

People will know because I will also put family first, cancelling things with friends if necessary.

I can spend some more time with my family and really talk with them this week.

Family Reflection

Our family's essence is care. Not love, but care. We really care for eachother in our own way. Even though we don't talk a lot, we really do care about one another.

Lesson 13

Family Reflection

Lesson 4 had the most impact because point of view is something that is not normally thought about in our family.

Lesson 14

Extension

CATEGORY	A) ACTUAL TIME USED PRESENTLY	B) TIME SUGGESTED BY MY GROUP	C) MY TIME MANAGEMENT GOAL
Sleeping/Resting	6-7Hrs.	8Hrs.	7-8Hrs.
Dressing/Hygiene	1Hrs.	1Hrs.	1Hrs.
Eating	1Hrs.	2Hrs.	1-2Hrs.
Travel	1Hrs.	1Hrs.	1Hrs.
Classes	4Hrs.	4Hrs.	4Hrs.
Extra Curricular	1Hrs.	1Hrs.	1Hrs.
Work	0Hrs.	0Hrs.	0Hrs.
Chores	1Hrs.	1Hrs.	1Hrs.
Appointments	0Hrs.	0Hrs.	0Hrs.
Study Time	0-1Hrs.	2Hrs.	2Hrs.
Homework Time	2Hrs.	2Hrs.	2Hrs.
Volunteering	Hrs.	0Hrs.	0Hrs.
Leisure Time	6Hrs.	3Hrs.	3Hrs.
TOTAL	24 Hrs	24 Hrs	24 Hrs

Family Reflection

We do pretty well in this area already.

Lesson 15

Extension

Recreation.

1) Procrastinator 2) Balance 3) Yes-man 4) Geek

I could definitely cut down on my recreation time.

Family Reflection

Plan ahead. Make a schedule. Be aware of what needs to be done.

Lesson 16

Extension

Roles: Goals:

Daughter Support my mother in any way I can.

Sister Respect my brother's opinion, help him.

Student Get decent grade.

Piano player Practice everyday.

Family Reflection

Mother - Support children.

Brother - Help sister in school.

Sister - Do chores.

Lesson 17

Extension

homework

piano

chores

school

reading

sports

writing

drawing

blogging

Lesson 18

Extension

1) lose, lose

2) win, lose

3) win, win

4) lose, win

5) win, lose

Family Reflection

Mother - rough, really rough. probably because I`m so familiar with her.

Lesson 19

Family Reflection

If you think win-win, chances are that others will catch on.

Lesson 20

Family Reflection

Recreation time. Instead of arguing about when to do chores/practice piano, a winwin agreement could solve the arguing.

Lesson 21

Family Reflection

Yes, we often do pretend listening.

Lesson 22

Extension

I find it unfair that we have to go to school five days a week. It should really only be four. >_<.

Family Reflection

It feels good. Relieving.

Lesson 23

Extension

Very important. We use it all the time, whether it is a wave to show "hello" or a pat on the back to show "good work."

Family Reflection

Hugs = love. Shrug = I don't care.

Lesson 24

Family Reflection

We use many body signals and are very good with communicating through body language. We don't talk enough to each other though.

Lesson 25

Family Reflection

It made a big difference in our emotional levels.

Lesson 26

Extension

Issue/problem: Going green, stopping Global Warming.

1. Using the bus, reducing car emissions, think paper not plastic

2. Walk to school day.

3. Walk to school day.

Family Reflection

Our Aunt/Uncle + Cousin. We could get together more often or talk on the phone more.

Lesson 27

Family Reflection

Synergize.

Lesson 28

Family Reflection

Chores. When and who. A schedule?

Lesson 29

Family Reflection

Family tutoring.

Lesson 30

Extension

We can't do anything good, if we don't renew ourselves.

Family Reflection

We always go out and eat and let out stress.

Lesson 31

Family Reflection

Myself: 8/10 Brother: 9/10 Mother: 6/10

Lesson 32

Family Reflection

Self Renewal is good for all of us. It helped us do better in everything else. Keeping in good shape mentally and physically is to our advantage.

Lesson 33

Extension

-Sharpen the Saw

-Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood

-Synergize

-Think Win-Win

-EBA

-Begin with the End in Mind

-Put First Things First

-Be Proactive

Family Reflection

Probably EBA and Sharpen the Saw. We'll keep those in mind.

Lesson 34

Family Reflection

Get together and talk every night.