Life skills is a term used to describe a set of basic skills acquired through learning and/or direct life experience that enable individuals and groups to effectively handle issues and problems commonly encountered in daily life.They include creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, the ability to communicate and collaborate, along with personal and social responsibility that contribute to good citizenship – all essential skills for success in the 21st century, both for healthy societies and for successful and employable individuals.
Basic Life Skills Curriculum for Youth
The Basic Life Skills curriculum for the youth are based in evidence-based psychosocial methodology including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and resilience-building activities. These skills can help youth better understand themselves, get along with others, and gain tools to cope with life’s inevitable difficulties.
Self-awareness
1. Stress management
2. Emotional regulation
3. Positive thinking
4. Self-esteem
Interpersonal Skills
5. Empathy
6. Listening skills
7. Interpersonal effectiveness
8. Handling disputes
9. Managing relation- ships
10. Confident communication
Thinking Skills
11. Goal setting
12. Decision making
12. Decision making
14. Critical and creative thinking
15. Executive function skills
16. Resilience (bouncing back from adversity)
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