Your Character and Personality Ms Mac Lean FAM
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Your Character and Personality Ms. Mac. Lean FAM 621 February 2012
Character � Character: the personal qualities and features that guide our decisions, tell of the kind of person we are, and keep us steady in a life of uncertainty. � If your friends, family, and teachers were to describe you, what would they say?
Your Personality � Personality: is the sum of all characteristics that make a person unique. � The word “personality” is derived from the Greek word “persona, ” which means mask. � Personality is seen by others as a total impression of who a person is.
Personality Traits � Extroverts: like to be around people and communicate with them. � Introverts: find satisfaction in being alone. They do not require as much interaction as extroverts do. � Most people are a blend of extroversion and introversion.
Personality Traits � Are you an introvert or an extrovert? � Do you have certain personality traits depending on the situation or event? � Under what circumstances are you an extrovert? An introvert?
Personality vs. Character � What is the difference between a personality and a character? � Challenge: Look at yourself and try to identify 5 character traits and 5 personality traits.
The Mask - Transformation
The Mask I Wear By: Anonymous
The Mask I Wear � Read “The Mask I Wear” � The word “personality” is derived from the Greek word “persona, ” which means mask. � Assignment › On the outside of the paper plate, create your outer persona (the one which you show to others). › On the inside of the paper plate, display your inner self (the one which people do not see).
The Mask I Wear You must include a 1 page written description of your mask. � Use these as guiding questions: � › How does your mask correspond with the personality assessments we did in class? › How is your mask an accurate (or inaccurate) reflection of your personality and character. › Discuss social emotional learning (Triple S – Double R) in relation to your personality and character. › Have you learned anything, thus far in FAM 621? › What are you trying to show on your mask?