Here are the definitions for each word on your list:
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Self-Awareness: The ability to recognize and understand one's own emotions, thoughts, and values, and how they influence behavior.
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Unique: Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else; having distinctive characteristics.
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Individuality: The quality or state of being an individual; a person’s distinct personality and identity.
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Emotions: Complex psychological states that involve a subjective experience, physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response, such as joy, anger, or sadness.
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Feelings: The conscious subjective experience of emotional states; often used interchangeably with emotions, but generally more personal and internal.
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Comfortable Emotions: Emotions that make an individual feel at ease, secure, and positive, such as joy, contentment, and love.
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Uncomfortable Emotions: Emotions that cause distress or discomfort, such as anger, fear, anxiety, and sadness.
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Values: Fundamental beliefs or attitudes about what is important in life, guiding behavior and decision-making.
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Norms: Expected standards of conduct within a group that guide behavior; they can be formal (laws) or informal (social customs).
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Identity: The qualities, beliefs, personality traits, appearance, and culture that define a person or a group.
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Culture: The shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices of a group of people that shape their behaviors and identity.
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Wants: Desires for specific items or experiences that are not necessary for survival but enhance individual satisfaction.
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Needs: Essential requirements for survival and well-being, including physical, psychological, and emotional necessities.
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Self-Esteem: One's overall sense of self-worth or personal value; how much a person values themselves.
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Mindset: A set of beliefs or attitudes that shape how a person thinks, behaves, and perceives their capabilities.
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Life-Long Learner: An individual who continually seeks knowledge or skills throughout their life, driven by curiosity and personal or professional development.
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Growth Mindset: The belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and perseverance.
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Fixed Mindset: The belief that abilities and intelligence are static and cannot be changed; viewing challenges as threats.
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Self-Control: The ability to regulate one’s emotions, thoughts, and behavior in the face of temptations and impulses.
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Self-Management: The ability to manage one’s emotions, thoughts, and actions effectively; also involves setting and achieving personal goals.
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Stress: A state of mental or emotional strain resulting from challenging or adverse situations.
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Perseverance: The continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.
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Stress Management: Techniques and strategies used to control an individual's level of stress to improve everyday functioning.
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Focus: The ability to concentrate attention and mental effort on a specific task or objective.
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Overcoming Distractions: The process of identifying and managing things that divert attention away from the desired task.
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Decision Making: The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives based on preferences and judgments.
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Critical Thinking: The ability to analyze information and arguments, evaluate evidence, and make reasoned judgments rather than relying on assumptions.
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Time Management: The ability to use one's time effectively or productively, especially in a work or learning environment.
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Resilience: The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; emotional toughness and adaptability in the face of challenges.
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Fairness: The quality of making judgments that are free from discrimination or favoritism; treating all people with justice and equity.
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Equality: The state of being equal in rights, opportunities, and treatment.
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Respect: A feeling of admiration for someone or something, often marked by a recognition of their worth or abilities.
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Friendship: A mutual affection between two or more individuals, characterized by trust, support, and companionship.
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Communication: The process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings between individuals or groups through verbal, written, or non-verbal means.
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Constructive Feedback: Responses aimed at promoting improvement and development, focusing on strengths and areas for growth.
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Consensus: General agreement among a group, often reached through discussion and compromise.
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Conflict Resolution: The process of resolving a disagreement or conflict by addressing the underlying issues and finding a mutually acceptable solution.
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Compromise: An agreement reached by each party making concessions; a middle ground based on negotiation.
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Active Listening: Fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what is being said in a conversation.
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Culture: (Repeated) The shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices of a group of people that shape their behaviors and identity.
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Advocacy: The act of supporting or promoting a cause, policy, or group; standing up for others or for a particular issue.
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Diversity: The state of being diverse; variety in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, and other characteristics within a group.
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Stereotype: An oversimplified and generalized belief or idea about a particular group of people.
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Bullying: Aggressive behavior that is intentional, repetitive, and involves an imbalance of power, often causing harm to the victim.
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Cyberbullying: Bullying that takes place over digital devices through messages, social media, or other online communication.
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Upstander: A person who stands up for someone who is being bullied or treated unfairly, rather than remaining passive or complicit.
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Digital Footprint: The trail of data and information that individuals leave behind when using the internet or digital devices.
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Support System: A network of people who provide emotional, social, or financial support during times of stress or difficulty.
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Contribution: The act of giving or adding to a collective effort, such as sharing knowledge, time, or resources to improve a situation.
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Choices: The act of selecting between two or more options; decisions made based on preferences, values, and circumstances.
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Impact: The strong effect or influence that something has on a situation, individual, or group.
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Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person; putting oneself in someone else's shoes.
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Mindfulness: The practice of being fully present and engaged in the moment, aware of one’s thoughts and feelings without judgment.
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Optimistic: Having a hopeful and positive outlook on the future; believing that good things will happen.
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Gratitude: The quality of being thankful and showing appreciation for kindness and benefits received.
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Compassion: A deep awareness of the suffering of others, coupled with a desire to help alleviate that suffering.
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Wellness: A holistic approach to health that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Boundaries: Limits set by individuals to protect and maintain their physical and emotional space in relationships.
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Balance: A state of equilibrium where different elements (such as work and personal life) are maintained at healthy levels.
Studying these definitions will help you prepare for your mid-term test effectively!