Conscious Choices:
A Guide to Self-Directed Learning
Chapter Six
Integrity:
Motivation and
Accountability
Defining Integrity
 Acts of integrity are purposeful and are
intentional actions based solidly in ethics,
principles, or values.
 People who act with integrity are motivated
to take initiative.
 When you have integrity, you are trustworthy
and accountable for what you say and do.
Self-Motivation
Intrinsic Motivation
 Inner Goals
 Love of Learning
 Doing Your Best
Extrinsic Motivation
 Grades
 Money
 Diplomas
Taking Initiative
When you take initiative, you take a
risk.
Initiative is a leadership quality.
When you initiate, you need to be
willing to take responsibility for
outcomes and follow through.
What are Intentions?
 Intentions are motivation thoughts that direct
your words and actions.
 You can set your intentions to purposefully
guide you toward your goals.
 Intentions used with self-awareness enable
you to make conscious choices.
Values and Intentions
Values
Intentions
CHOICE
 You act with
integrity when you
bring values and
goals into your
moment-to-moment
decision-making
process
Accountability
 Before making commitments and obligations, you
should be able to honestly assess your ability to
keep your word and offer it only if there is a sincere
willingness to follow through.
 This means you do not say things you do not mean,
or allow yourself to do things that will interfere
with the promises you have made.
Trustworthiness
 You do your very best to tell the truth and
you do not mislead.
 Trustworthiness is an attribute that is earned
over time.
 Others will know you are trustworthy by
your consistent actions and words.