What is the definition of a life skill? A life skill is defined as a skill that is necessary or desirable for full participation in everyday life. Digging deeper, Life skills are abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable us to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life, in other words psycho-social competency. They are a set of human skills acquired via teaching/learning or direct experience that are used to handle problems and questions commonly encountered in daily life. The subject varies greatly depending on social norms and community expectations but skills that functions for well-being and aid individuals to develop into active and productive members of their communities are considered as life skills.
Life skills touch upon a variety of areas. The World Health Organization has defined certain life skills.
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Creative thinking/lateral thinking
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal relationships
- Self awareness/mindfulness
- Assertiveness
- Empathy
- Equanimity
- Coping with stress, trauma and loss
- Resilience
For example, decision-making often involves critical thinking (“what are my options?”) and values clarification (“what is important to me?”), (How do I FEEL about this?”). Ultimately, the interplay between the skills is what produces powerful behavioral outcomes, especially where this approach is supported by other strategies.
Life Plan Strategies at home and in your business incorporate life skills at the foundation. Decision making comes after one identifies options, determines what is important and how you feel. Identification of important elements to establish protection strategies for home, business and life is a decision.
After years of working with those who are coping with stress, trauma and loss, it is clear that those who have invested time establishing protection strategies are better equipped when transitions in life occur. Yes, courage and commitment are required to explore life strategies. We encourage adults of all ages to explore developing your life skills to pave the way for your life and your business.
When you are ready for assistance to ensure you, your family members, employees and company are ready for anything life hands them, we are ready for you! Advanced planning at home and work serves people in measurable and profound ways.
The Living Planner supports proactive resources and quality one-on-one comprehensive individual/family and business planning. When you’re ready, we’re ready for you! Here’s to smooth days ahead!
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