Psychosocial Competency 1 - Self-Knowledge

Transforming Conflict into Growth:

Cognitive Competencies: Self-Awareness

Specific Competence: Self-knowledge (strengths, goals, values)

Statement: Self-knowledge involves understanding and identifying your strengths, goals, and values. For example, identifying your strengths through feedback or self-assessment tools.

Part 1: Start By Yourself

Objective: Develop self-knowledge by identifying and celebrating your strengths.

Instructions:

A) Start by Yourself:

• Take a moment in silence, perhaps with a pen and paper. Reflect on a strength of yours, a quality that you possess. Are you fun, are you rigorous, are you thorough?
• Write down your strength and think about how it helps you in your daily life.

B) Take It Further:

• If you wish to explore your strengths more deeply, reach out and or take the VIA Strengths test at VIA Character.

Tips:

• Reflect on how your strengths can help you achieve your personal goals and positively impact your surroundings.
• Regularly review and update your goals to ensure they align with your values and strengths.

Benefits:

• Encourages self-awareness and positive self-evaluation.
• Helps in setting and achieving personal goals.
• Provides a foundation for better handling life's challenges.

Part 2: Share with Pairs, Family, or Friends

Objective: Develop self-knowledge by identifying and celebrating strengths together.

Instructions:

A) In Pairs or Groups:

• Sit together with a family member, friend, or a small group. Take turns sharing a strength you believe you possess.
• Discuss how this strength helps you in daily life. For example, "I think I am thorough. This helps me stay organised and ensures I complete tasks well."

B) Reflect Together:

• After sharing, provide positive feedback to each other. Discuss how you see this strength in the other person and how it impacts their life positively.
• Encourage each other to take the VIA Strengths test at VIA Character to further explore and validate strengths.

Tips:

• Be honest and supportive in your discussions.
• Celebrate each other's strengths and encourage ongoing self-reflection and growth.

Benefits:

• Enhances mutual understanding and support.
• Promotes a positive and encouraging environment.
• Strengthens relationships through shared self-awareness and growth.

Join the Journey By integrating these competencies into your daily life, you can improve your mental health, build stronger relationships, and better handle life's challenges. Let’s make the most of the holiday season by turning potential conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection. Stay tuned for the next competency!

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Take care,



Krumma

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