Self-reflective questions

1. 
   

   Arrange the following sentences into two columns, based on which behaviour you think it represents! Arrange them so every sentence on the left side has an opposition on the right.

    

• a) Doing what you believe to be right, even if others mock or criticize you for it.
• b) Staying in your comfort zone, fearing failure, and avoiding risk.
• c) Accepting compliments graciously. “Thanks, I really worked hard on that prospectus. I’m pleased you recognize my efforts.”
• d) Extolling your own virtues as often as possible to as many people as possible.
• e) Being willing to take risks and to go the extra mile to achieve better things.
• f) Working hard to cover up mistakes and hoping that you can fix the problem before anyone notices.
• g) Dismissing compliments offhandedly. E.g. “that prospectus was nothing, really. Anyone could have done it.”
• h) Admitting your mistakes and learning from them.
• i) Waiting for others to congratulate you on your accomplishments.
• j) Governing your behaviour based on what other people think.

Correct answers: a-j; e-b; h-f; i-d; c-g

2. 
   

   Acknowledge your strengths! You can’t be good at everything,but make a list with the realizations you achieved in the past year and based on that highlight 10 things you are good at. Next time you are feeling low just take a look at this list!