The 7 Habit project
By Nate Mareski
Habit 1-Be Proactive
• I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions ,attitude,
and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right
thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
This is a kid doing his homework without
being asked!
I am proactive when I take my dog for a walk without
being asked!
Habit 2-Begin With The End in Mind
I plan ahead and set goals. I do that have meaning and make a difference. I
am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my schools
mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.
Plan everything before doing anything!
For example, if you get into a collage and move in you
must know about the cost. If you have $5 set aside for all
of your books and classes that will definitely not be
enough.
Habit 3-Put First Things First
•
“To live a more balanced existence, you have to recognize that not doing everything
that comes along is okay. There’s no need to overextend yourself. All it takes is
realizing that it’s all right to say no when necessary and then focus on your highest
priorities
An example of put first things first is, when you come
home from school you should do your homework. Not
play video games and wait till the very last second.
Another example is, you should always put your seatbelt
on before driving.
Habit 4-Think Win Win
•
Most of us learn to base our self-worth on comparisons and competition. We think about
succeeding in terms of someone else failing--that is, if I win, you lose; or if you win, I lose. Life
becomes a zero-sum game. There is only so much pie to go around, and if you get a big piece,
there is less for me; it's not fair, and I'm going to make sure you don't get anymore. We all
play the game, but how much fun is it really?
An example of think win win is, if there is
only one cookie left and you and your friend
both want it. You should split it so you guys
both win!
Another example of think win win is, if
there is only one charger and you and your
friend both need to charge your phone. You
should split the time in half so you both
have 50%. Then go from there.
Habit 5-Seek First To Understand
Then To Be Understood
•
You might be saying, "Hey, now wait a minute. I'm just trying to relate to the person by
drawing on my own experiences. Is that so bad?" In some situations, autobiographical
responses may be appropriate, such as when another person specifically asks for help from
your point of view or when there is already a very high level of trust in the relationship.
One example of think first to understand then to be
understood is, always listen before you talk. If a
teacher is giving directions and you don’t listen and
ask the same ones that she just told you. She will
probrobly be very mad.
Habit 6-Synergize
•
I value other peoples strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even
people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other peoples ideas to
solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions
than anyone of us can alone. I am humble.
This is an example of synergize because the
little dog can not reach the sink so the big dog
helps the little dog out and lets him stand on
his back to reach the sink!
Habit 7-Sharpen The Saw
•
I take care of my body by eating right, exercising and getting sleep. I spend time with family
and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just school. I find meaningful ways
to help others.
In order for you to keep your body healthy, you must
eat right and eat colorful.
You must also work out to keep your body healthy.
You must burn the calories you eat. But don’t burn
them all!