Short Scene That Demonstrates This Behavior “Clara, I got you the best gift in the world for your birthday!” “What is it?” “I’m not going to tell you. It’s going to be the best surprise of all time!” “I can’t wait! You’re the best friend I could ever have.” Chosen Associated Behavior 1 for Empathetic From the Above List: Write a Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Empathetic HW 3 industrious=working with devotion and determination Associated Behaviors Connected to Being Industrious -rising early and working late -being organized, punctual, and efficient -researching and obtaining information -spending off-hours thinking about work -having high standards -talking often about one’s passions -reaching targets ahead of schedule -competitiveness with oneself or with others -working well with others when required to -sleeping less than other people -rewarding oneself (watching the game) -protecting one’s personal time -taking work calls at home after hours -being restless between projects -pursuing ideas that will improve the end result -practicing more if needed -shuffling appointments to accommodate one’s work -streamlining one’s process to be more efficient -experiencing satisfaction from even small wins -perseverance -directness: not beating around the bush -socializing with people from work to discuss work -adhering to routines -not wasting time or procrastinating -anticipating what’s needed -studying the techniques of others who have succeeded at the same thing -blowing off steam to balance out tense, long hours of work -curbing bad habits or behaviors to be better at one’s job self-talk to encourage oneself to work harder -double checking; worrying over small mistakes -dependability and consistency -reflecting on an event to evaluate how it went -not complaining about the labor involved in completing a project -skipping meals when one is busy -needing to be constantly active and engaged in tasks prepared (or over prepared) for events or meetings -suffering from muscle strain or sore muscles (if tasks are physical) -feeling mentally and physically wrung out at the end of the day
Associated Behavior 1 for humble: Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Humble HW 5 objective= having a viewpoint devoid of bias or personal preference; clear-thinking Similar Attributes Impartial-having no direct involvement or interest and not favoring one person or side more than another Unbiased-fair and impartial rather than biased or prejudiced Associated Behaviors Connected to Being Objective -having control over one’s emotions -wanting to see a problem from all sides before making a decision -being able to identify bias, then stripping it from the equation -seeking to get to the root of the matter -strong listening skills -asking questions to ensure that one fully understands -not jumping to conclusions or making assumptions -describing what happened exactly as it occurred, without interpreting it -not relying on intuition or gut feeling -being non-judgmental -dealing with small disappointments with minimal upset or stress -mental clarity -avoiding people who try to curry favor -diplomacy; speaking in a way that has a calming effect on others -being highly logical and rational -setting emotions aside to allow for a neutral viewpoint -waiting to make decisions until one can do so without emotions -setting friendships aside as needed or establishing boundaries with people to avoid bias -strong observation skills -avoiding situations that may lead to personal bias (not having clients who are family) -always seeking to find the best solution -sometimes preferring to observe rather than participate -being honest and valuing honesty in others -not openly displaying emotions in day-to-day life as much as others might -having a reserved nature -taking time to investigate and gather information -being able to see and acknowledge one’s own weaknesses -not reacting reactively; maintaining a calm demeanor -reporting the facts from all sides -being able to put oneself in the “shoes” of everyone involved -Suppressing opinions and only reporting facts able to articulate the perspective of opposing sides to show understanding -refusing to invest in labels or stereotypes -viewing a situation with fresh eyes despite what might have led up to it -not omitting certain facts -being difficult to irritate or anger -taking time to contemplate -not being ruled by fear or volatile emotions
Due 5/25 or 5/26 HW 7 philosophical= inclined to the reflective study of beliefs, attitudes, values, and concepts connected with our existence; deep-thinking Associated Behaviors Connected to Being Philosophical -Being widely read and educated -seeking out higher education -educating oneself on history and other cultures -researching the evolution of mythology or religious beliefs -sitting in deep thought -reading books in a foreign language -socializing with other intellectuals -categorizing -having a diverse and complex vocabulary -showing frustration at interruptions when one is lost in thought -having a difficult time relating to less cerebral people -having an inward focus; losing track of conversations or peripheral events -asking deep questions -watching documentaries -seeking answers to the big questions about God, morality, life and death -learning a second language that aids in one’s studies -having a large collection of books pertaining to subjects of philosophical interest -difficulty making superficial small talk impatient with illogical people -continually making comparisons and evaluating -thinking obsessively -writing and journaling -seeking out experts in an effort to learn more -being inwardly reflective and interested in knowing why we exist -being preoccupied with one’s thoughts rather than what’s happening externally -overanalyzing -being highly logical -isolation -questioning everything -taking a long time to express an opinion; being unable to give a quick answer -feeling like life is passing too quickly or things are happening too fast -ascribing to highbrow humor HW : Choose 1 behavior from the associated behaviors list that demonstrates the characteristic of being philosophical. Then, write a short scene where a character is demonstrating being philosophical. Example for Philosophical Associated Behavior: watching documentaries Short Scene Fredrick woke up because he really wanted to watch a documentary on the life of Gandhi. Associated Behavior 1 for philosophical: Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Philosophical
HW 9 whimsical=fancifully spontaneous; giving in to humorous or imaginative impulsiveness Associated Behaviors Connected to Whimsical -embracing a unique and comical outlook -feeling unrestrained by rules or society -unpredictability -happiness -seeking out new and different experiences -encouraging others to explore their sense of fun -having a strong of humor -spontaneity -flamboyance -making faces to express one’s emotions -impulsiveness -not caring or worrying about what others think -getting a crazy or unusual idea and running with it -seeing beauty in things most others do not -attempting to shake things up -breaking minor rules or going against the norm for innocent fun -giving over to laughter -asking unusual questions: are leprechauns related to gnomes, do you think? -voicing thoughts to encourage laughter -being strongly imaginative -daydreaming about fantastical or impossible things -expressing oneself in odd or unusual ways -a desire to dress up and role play -appreciating the unusual -taking an interest in strange or obscure music and art -showing cleverness -being in tune with one’s moods and emotions -having a fun and vibrant attitude -silliness -embracing creativity -making random choices to see what will happen -kidding around with friends -enjoying make-believe and storytelling -thinking in a nonlinear fashion -embracing one’s inner child -joining fantasy role-playing groups online or on real life -enjoying surprises and unexpected results -having an unusual perspective HW : Choose 1 behavior from the associated behaviors list that demonstrates the characteristic of being whimsical. Then, write a short scene where a character is demonstrating being whimsical. Example for Whimsical Associated Behavior: asking unusual questions: are leprechauns related to gnomes, do you think? Short Scene “If my hair was a blow dryer, would the plug for the blow dryer go in my ear or in my nose?” "Uh, what?” “Nevermind!” Associated Behavior 1 for whimsical: Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Whimsical
Character Trait Vocabulary and Narrative HWs 10-12 Due 6/1 or 6/2 HW 10 witty= having intellectual capacity marked by clever humor Associated Behaviors Connected to Being Witty -making jokes based on high intellect -avoiding and disdaining the “easy laugh” -always having the last word -quick thinking -naturally seeing the humorous side of things -reading into what people say; naturally spotting double meanings -having keen perception of people, particularly noting flaws and ironies -translating one’s knowledge into comedic observations one’s wit to chastise or reprimand others -passive-aggressive behavior -taking in what others say comparisons to be humorous -indulging in exaggeration -quoting movies, and pop culture in a humorous way -speaking in a carefree tone, as if wittiness comes naturally without a lot of work -knowing one’s context; tailoring quips to one’s audience -likeability -competitiveness; engaging in a battle of wits with other witty people -being able to read one’s audience -saying things that are unexpected -thinking creatively -confidence -laughing -flirtatious behavior -delivering jokes with a deadpan expression or minimal movements -playing with words; showing an interest in vocabulary -admiring other quick wits -studying the masters -making observations that are ironic and humorous that others never considered HW : Choose 1 behavior from the associated behaviors list that demonstrates the characteristic of being witty. Then, write a short scene where a character is demonstrating being witty. Example for Associated Behavior: using one’s wit to chastise or reprimand others Short Scene “So I see you like donuts. Do nut go in the fridge because you need to lose weight! I just bought a dozen donuts for a party tomorrow. They are there and it’s not finders keepers, losers weepers day!” Associated Behavior 1 for witty: Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Witty
HW 12 adaptable= able to adjust easily to a new environment or different conditions Associated Behaviors Connected to Being Adaptable -thinking quickly -holding down more than one job -being comfortable with responsibility -enjoying traveling and exposure to new cultures -being highly organized a team player -sociability with others -confidence -taking advantage of opportunities -learning from one’s past mistakes -having broad interests and hobbies -maintaining firm control of one’s emotions - -being competitive with oneself -open-mindedness -exhibiting strong decision making skills -persuasiveness, either through good people skills or manipulation -planning ahead; keeping alternatives in mind -being prepared for anything -not shying away from challenges -vocally expressing one’s ideas -being a good listener -having a strong sense of empathy thoughtful and considerate -being knowledgeable in many areas -pursuing education or training to make oneself more prepared -following orders efficiently -preferring a variety of experiences over routine -spontaneity and agreeability -being willing to improvise -recovering from disappointments or setbacks quickly -having strong multitasking skills HW : Choose 1 behavior from the associated behaviors list that demonstrates the characteristic of being adaptable. Then, write a short scene where a character is demonstrating being adaptable. Example for adaptable Associated Behavior: recovering from disappointments or setbacks quickly Short Scene “I just lost the tournament, but it’s okay because there is always next time.” “That’s the spirit!” Associated Behavior 1 for adaptable Short Scene Where Someone Demonstrates the Associated Behavior Connected to Being Adaptable