Life Skills - Term 2 - Week 7

Decision making is a crucial skill that involves choosing between different options. It often requires evaluating the pros and cons of each choice. In this lesson, we will discuss the steps of decision making: identifying the decision, gathering information, considering the consequences, making the choice, and reflecting on the outcome. By understanding these steps, you can make informed and healthy choices in your daily life.

Let's consider a scenario: You have been invited to a party where you know there will be peer pressure to try alcohol. First, identify the decision: whether to attend the party or not. Next, gather information about the party and the potential consequences of drinking. Discuss with your classmates the pros and cons of attending. This exercise helps illustrate how to apply the decision-making steps in real-life situations.

In small groups, you will be given different scenarios related to school life, such as dealing with bullying or choosing friends. Each group will discuss their scenario, identify the decision to be made, and outline the possible options. Afterward, each group will present their scenario and decision-making process to the class. This activity encourages collaboration and helps you practice respectful communication while making decisions.

Now it's time to reflect on your own decision-making. Think about a recent decision you made, whether it was about school, friends, or activities. Write a short paragraph describing the decision, the steps you took, and the outcome. Then, set a small goal for yourself related to making better decisions in the future. For example, you might aim to think more carefully before making choices or to seek advice from trusted adults.

• Gather information
• Identify the decision
• Consider the consequences
• Make the choice

Answer: Identify the decision

The first step is to clearly identify what decision needs to be made.

• Skipping meals to lose weight
• Eating a balanced breakfast
• Staying up all night
• Ignoring homework

Answer: Eating a balanced breakfast

Eating a balanced breakfast provides essential nutrients and energy for the day.

Answer: It can lead to negative outcomes such as losing friends or failing a test.

Poor decisions can have various negative consequences that affect different aspects of life.

• Give in to the pressure
• Talk to a trusted adult
• Ignore your feelings
• Make the decision quickly

Answer: Talk to a trusted adult

Seeking advice from a trusted adult can help you navigate peer pressure and make better choices.

Answer: Reflection helps you learn from your experiences and improve future decision-making.

By reflecting, you can understand what worked, what didn't, and how to make better choices next time.

• Interrupting others
• Listening actively
• Ignoring different opinions
• Making fun of others

Answer: Listening actively

Active listening demonstrates respect for others' viewpoints and encourages open communication.

• Ask friends for their opinions