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Name Tyson
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Decisions, Decisions
Preview
1. What factors might influence Kyle’s decision to jump?
Peer pressure, getting hurt on the rocks, enjoying the thrill
Explore
2. Put yourself in Lori’s place. You are worried about losing your position on
the cheerleading team. Use the DECIDE process to figure out what you
would have done in Lori’s situation.
A new girl has appeared on the team, who is smaller
than Lori in both weight and height. This girl might take
Lori's position on the cheerleader team as the flyer.
Define the
Problem
Explore the
Alternatives
Consider the
Consequences
Possible
Action
Positive
Consequences
Negative
Consequences
1.Give up her
place to
the new girl
She won't get hurt She'll lose her
spot
2.
Work harder
She might keep
her spot
3.
Leave the team
She won't get hurt She won't be on
the team anymore
4.
Do nothing
She could keep
her spot and not
get hurt
She might get
hurt
She could get
replaced
Identify Your
I value my safety and life but I also value my place as
the flyer on the team
Decide
I would choose to work harder
Evaluate the
I worked harder and I got hurt, but once I came back
from my medical leave I got my spot as flyer back.
Values
and Act
Results
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(continued)
3. What role did family and friends play in Luis’s decision to join a gang?
He was fighting with his dad at home and his friends were encouraging
him to join the gang.
4. How did having a role model affect Ambra’s ability to make good decisions?
Having a role model made her know exactly who she is and what she
is capable of, so she strives for greatness at all times.
5. How did Jayme’s drinking affect her ability to make wise decisions?
She went out on a night drinking and decided to drive afterwards.
Wrap-Up
6. What would you have done in Kyle’s situation?
I wouldn't have jumped.
7. Why?
The reward doesn't outweigh the risks.
Connect to Your Life
8. List three ways that this video changed how you think about making
decisions.
Lori's case made me realize how small decisions can make big changes.
Kyle's case made me understand risks vs rewards.
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