There are people who mistake passive leisure for idleness. Idleness kills creativity. It also makes an individual a burden to others in the community. Some leisure activities require money i.e. gambling those who have no money may be tempted to Read More …
Category: Life skills
Importance of Leisure
It helps individuals to discover their hidden talents and develop them for useful purpose in life for example one may discover their talent as a musician, painter and this can lead to future career. Leisure relaxes the mind –when we Read More …
Leisure
DEFINITION: Leisure means a period which one spends doing other things rather than routine work. Leisure Time refers to time available for ease and relaxation Leisure refers to free time that we have to do what we enjoy. It is Read More …
Problem Solving
A problem is a difficult matter, question or task that requires a solution. It is something hard to understand, accomplish or deal with. Problem solving is the process through which people find answers, actions or courses that effectively remove or Read More …
Creative Thinking
DEFINITION OF CREATIVE THINKING It means using our imagination to come up with innovative ideas of looking at problems issues or situations. It means coming up with new ideas, procedures and alternatives of resolving a problem or dealing with a Read More …
Critical Thinking
MEANING OF CRITICAL THINKING Critical thinking is the ability to think through a situation correctly, assessing the advantages and disadvantages so as to be able to make appropriate decisions concerning one’s course of action. We are confronted by multiple and Read More …
Values Associated with Effective Decision Making
Honest: It enables you to seek help that you need in making a decision and also appreciate the consequences. Integrity: Without integrity one can be bribed to make a decision that can have negative consequences on the individual and others. Read More …
Decision Making Institutions within the Community
a) Family. b) Schools and colleges. c) Courts. d) Peer arbitrators. e) Religious bodies.
Consequences of Not Making Effective Decisions
a. Education : 1. Dropping out of school. 2. Poor grades. 3. Poor concentration in class. 4. Likely to miss classes very often. b. Health : 1. Contracting diseases like STI, HIV and diseases. 2. Depression. 3. Injuries to your Read More …
Steps towards Effective Decision Making
Identify and define the problem –this involves determining the real problem rather than just dealing with the symptoms. Problem diagnosis –example extend seriousness. Explore possible options –exam the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Choosing the best option –choose the Read More …