LO Life Skills Level 2 Module 2

Life Orientation: Life Skills NQF 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Set realistic goals for your personal development , studies & career Module 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com *see terms and conditions

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Unit 2.1 Setting & prioritising goals Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

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What are SMART goals? Table 2.1: Qualities of SMART goals Qualities Description Examples Specific The goal should be clear, A broad goal is: “I want to precise and detailed: become fit.” Cebo’s specific • What do you want to goal is: “I will enter a 10 km accomplish? road race this year and finish it comfortably.” Measurable You should be able to A measurable goal for Cebo is: measure your progress: “I will follow a training • What steps must you programme that will take me take to achieve the from a beginner runner to a goal? 10 km contestant in just 25 • Which criteria must weeks.” the goal meet along Downloaded from hlayiso.com the way?

What are SMART goals? Table 2.1 (continued): Qualities of SMART goals Qualities Description Examples Achievable The goal should be possible The training programme to reach, otherwise you alternates walking with running will be disappointed. for the first 16 weeks. Cebo However, the goal needs to train for half an hour, shouldn’t be too easy five days a week. He decides either. that this is a manageable routine. He will run after classes and study in the evenings. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

What are SMART goals? Table 2.1 (continued): Qualities of SMART goals Quality Description Example Realistic The goal should be Cebo doesn’t like contact relevant to your interests, sports and prefers the freedom abilities and values. of the outdoors. He also feels • Does the goal have no need to be in competition real relevance to who with others and wants to run you are? just for the pleasure of being • Will it really matter if fit. you achieve this goal? Downloaded from hlayiso.com

What are SMART goals? Table 2.1 (continued): Qualities of SMART goals Quality Description Example Time- The goal should be time- Cebo has chosen a road race in bound based. his area in six months’ time. • When do you want to This will give him sufficient time achieve your goal? to be well prepared for his first • What are the dates for 10 km run. the different steps leading up to the final date? Downloaded from hlayiso.com

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Learning activity 2.1 Module 2 Test your knowledge of this section by completing Learning activity 2.1 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

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Learning activity 2.2 Module 2 Test your knowledge of this section – and your own goals – by completing Learning activity 2.2 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Unit 2.2 Perseverance Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

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Learning activity 2.3 Module 2 Test your knowledge of this unit by completing Learning activity 2.3 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Factors that impact Unitpositively 2.3 on the achievement of goals Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Qualities we choose for ourselves Table 2.2: Qualities we choose for ourselves Qualities Description Attitudes This is how you choose to think, feel and behave. Your attitude makes you respond either positively or negatively to circumstances, ideas and other people. Values These are the principles or standards that you hold as important and that guide your decisions and actions. At a deeper level, your values reflect what you think is morally right or wrong. Skills These are the ability to do something very well. Such expertise is developed through gaining knowledge, training and practice. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Positive factors affecting your goals Figure 2.12: A diagram showing some of the attitudes, values & skills that have a positive impact on our goals Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 2.4 Module 2 Test your knowledge of this unit – and think about how positive influences help you – by completing Learning activity 2.4 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Factors that Unit 2.4 impact negatively on the achievement of goals Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

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How can you deal with negative factors? Table 2.5: Examples of ways to deal with negative factors affecting the achievement of goals Negative influences Examples of ways to overcome these obstacles Absenteeism • Resist the temptation to skip classes or training sessions, as it will set you back in terms of understanding and practice. • Arrange to meet a fellow student before each class, so that you can inspire each other to attend. Late-coming • Use an alarm or reminders on your phone or computer, or a digital alarm clock. • Ask a friend to call or text you an hour before an appointment so that you can organise yourself to be on time. Laziness • Plan your day the previous evening, get up early the next day and keep a positive attitude. • The more you keep moving, the more you will be energised in body and mind. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

How can you deal with negative factors? Table 2.5: Examples of ways to deal with negative factors affecting the achievement of goals Negative influences Examples of ways to overcome these obstacles Unplanned • Think ahead about family planning and discuss pregnancy the timing of pregnancies with your partner. • Plan pregnancies around your goals as a couple and as individuals. Take measures to prevent unplanned pregnancies. Poverty • Don’t allow your mind and heart to be defeated by your circumstances. Use opportunities to sharpen your talents and skills. • You will reach your goals if you are diligent, honest and trustworthy, and keep a positive attitude. Taking care of • Call on neighbours, friends and family to assist minors you with daily tasks in looking after younger family members or children. Downloaded • Find outfrom hlayiso.com about organisations in your community that can help you.

How can you deal with negative factors? Table 2.5: Examples of ways to deal with negative factors affecting the achievement of goals Negative influences Examples of ways to overcome these obstacles Peer pressure • Try to spend time with people who have the same interests or goals as you. Encourage one another in reaching each step. • Avoid people who mock you, or tempt you to go along with things that you know are harmful. Making harmful • Stay away from situations where you may be choices tempted or pressurised into making a choice that you know isn’t good for you. • Use the small choices in your everyday life to practise making the right choices. This will develop your self-discipline. Self-sabotage • Think thoughts and say things that affirm your self-esteem and strengthen your determination and courage to reach your goal. • Write down your list of affirmations and read Downloaded them out from hlayiso.com loud to yourself every day.

How can you deal with negative factors? Table 2.5: Examples of ways to deal with negative factors affecting the achievement of goals Negative influences Examples of ways to overcome these obstacles Lack of • Practise persevering and sticking to your perseverance decisions and schedules in all situations. For example, complete homework assignments and housework before you reward yourself with something nice. • Recommit yourself daily to achieving your goals. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

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Learning activity 2.5 Module 2 Test your knowledge of this unit – and factors that have prevented you from reaching your goals – by completing Learning activity 2.5 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Summative assessment Module 2 Test your knowledge of this module by completing the Summative assessment of Module 2 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 2

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation (Life Skills) NQF Level 2