Empowering Students and Educators: The Impact of the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens"
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Welcome to our latest EmpowerParents Life blog post!
Today, we're excited to feature an insightful article by Stacie White, a passionate teacher and mom. Stacie shares her experiences with implementing the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" in her teaching, offering valuable perspectives on how these principles can empower both students and educators.
Empowering Students and Educators: The Impact of the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens"By Stacie White
At the beginning of the year, the students research several
different millionaires and CEOs throughout the world. They look at the paths
that led those people to their positions. They read portions of memoirs and
listen to the individual's own voice explaining how they became successful.
With each one we highlight multiple habits that are discussed. Not one of the 7
habits is ever left out of this discussion. Successful people have habits that
promote success, no matter what your definition of success is.
If the latter statement is true, then how can we teach our
children and students to maintain those successful habits? Model them and
explain them. Many of the issues they are faced with are some of the same
issues that we are dealing with on a larger scale: How to establish and
maintain positive relationships with those around you. What to do when your
boss/teacher embarrasses you or doesn't make a good decision. What to do when
you don't make a good decision. Most importantly in this article, what to do if
you don't agree with the way someone else handles a situation that affects you
but is out of your control. Modeling successful habits in moments of
frustration is very difficult but equally important in raising our future
generations to be kind even when others aren't.
I believe that Habit 2, Begin with the End in Mind, is the
most important. What kind of relationship do you want to have with your
teacher/boss/family? Then, do the things that ensure you have those
relationships. As a teacher when I make a parent phone call about a student, I
have an end-goal for the conversation. Usually it is to gain the support of the
parent and to have the student turn-in assignments, make positive behavior
changes, etc… I guide the conversation to reflect the end that is most beneficial
for all parties. When my students see me handle disagreements with other
teachers and administrators effectively, they see what we have been learning in
life application. When your children see you handle situations effectively,
they learn how to do the same. In response, when your children see you handle
situations without using successful communication, they also learn to do the
same.
Habits that promote success are so important to the
development and the maintaining of community and family relationships. What is
your end-goal in parenting and educating your children? Are you taking the
steps necessary to see those results? It's never too late to start!
Closing Summary:
Stacie White's approach to teaching and
parenting, rooted in the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens,"
exemplifies the transformative power of effective habits. Her insights remind
us that the lessons we teach and the examples we set can profoundly influence
the next generation, fostering success in various aspects of life.
Call to Action:
Are you inspired by Stacie's approach? We'd
love to hear your thoughts and experiences! Join our discussion on social media
and share how you incorporate effective habits into your life as a parent,
educator, or caregiver. Let's continue this empowering conversation and learn
from each other.
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Stacie White is a dedicated educator and mother based in
East Texas. With years of experience in teaching, Stacie brings a wealth of
knowledge and passion to her work, both in and out of the classroom. Her
approach to education is centered around empowering students to explore their
potential and instilling effective habits that last a lifetime. As a mom, she
applies these same principles at home, nurturing growth and development with
love and understanding.
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