Class 10:Unit 2: Self Management Skills

Self-Management: The ability to regulate one’s emotions, thoughts, and behavior effectively to achieve personal and professional goals.

2. Stress and Stress Management

• Stress: The body’s physical, emotional, or mental reaction to challenging or demanding situations.
• Stress Management: Techniques used to reduce stress and maintain balance in life.

Causes of Stress

• Exam pressure.
• Deadlines at work.
• Family or peer pressure.
• Conflicts with others.
• High expectations.

Effects of Stress

• Physical: Headaches, fatigue, disturbed sleep.
• Emotional: Anxiety, anger, frustration.
• Behavioral: Poor concentration, low productivity.

Stress Management Techniques

• Time Management – scheduling tasks.
• Relaxation & Meditation – yoga, deep breathing.
• Positive Thinking – focus on strengths, optimism.
• Healthy Lifestyle – exercise, diet, rest.
• Seek Support – talk to friends, family, teachers.

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3. Self-awareness

• Definition: The ability to recognize one’s strengths, weaknesses, emotions, and behavior.
• Importance:
  • Improves decision-making.
  • Builds confidence.
  • Helps set realistic goals.
  • Encourages personal growth.

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4. Self-motivation

• Definition: The inner drive that inspires a person to achieve goals without external pressure.
• Ways to Improve:
  • Set SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound).
  • Stay positive.
  • Reward yourself for achievements.
  • Learn from failures.
  • Stay focused, avoid distractions.

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5. Goal Setting

• Goal Setting: The process of identifying and planning objectives to achieve within a set time.
• SMART Goals: Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound.
• Short-term Goals: Goals to be achieved soon (days or weeks).
• Long-term Goals: Goals to be achieved over months or years.

Steps in Goal Setting

1. Define the goal.
2. Make a plan.
3. Take action.
4. Review progress.
5. Stay motivated until achieved.

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6. Time Management

• Definition: The skill of organizing and planning how to divide time among tasks to be efficient and productive.
• Importance:
  • Reduces stress.
  • Helps complete more in less time.
  • Increases efficiency.
  • Maintains balance between study, work, and rest.

Tools & Techniques

• To-do lists – write tasks to complete.
• Prioritization – finish important work first.
• Timetable/Planner – schedule daily activities.
• Avoid Procrastination – do tasks on time.