EXPECTATION
At the end of the module, you are expected to:
1. Appreciate the importance of courtship and dating;
2. Recognize behaviors that promote healthy relationships;
3. Understand the different factors that contribute to a successful
marriage.
PRE–TEST
Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it in your activity notebook.
1. The state of being completely carried away by unreasoning passion
or love; addictive love.
a. Personality
c. Love
b. Crush
d. Compassion
2. It is an admiration for someone that may include the desire to get
to know that person better.
a. Suitor
c. Attraction
b. Infatuation
d. Courtship
3. The period in couple’s
engagement and marriage.
a. Courtship
b. Attraction
relationship
which
precedes
c. Interaction
d. Dating
4. Which of the following is not a type of dating?
a. Double date
c. Single date
b. Group date
d. Standard date
5. It is the most enjoyable human relationship and lifelong
partnership of a man and a woman.
a. Peers
c. Friendship
b. Family
d. Marriage
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RECAP
The previous quarter, discussed the importance of one’s
personality, dimensions of human sexuality, attitudes and practices related to
sexuality and sexual behavior, different issues/concerns of teenagers, and
decision making skills. You’ve learned how to manage your own self, how to
become responsible person towards other people and good interaction to
your family members. You also encountered some steps concerning decision
making that helps you to solve your own circumstances and shortcomings in
life.
LESSON
INTRODUCTION
Family is the foundation of society which is primarily responsible for
shaping the lives of its members. It is a small unit where socialization begins
to provide guidance in improving one’s personality in order to become more
productive and useful citizens of the country. The values of integrity, love,
and honesty begin in the family where each member has his/her own role to play
in the attainment of a healthy family life.
Have you imagined yourself dating, courting or being courted and
getting married?
This module is designed for you to learn the importance of planning
before getting married in order to have a successful family life in the future.
Lesson 1: Importance of Courtship and Dating
INFATUATION or CRUSH is the state of being completely carried away
by unreasoning passion or love; addictive love. Infatuation usually occurs at
the beginning of relationships when sexual attraction is central. Love can be
described as a feeling of intense affection for other person.
ATTRACTION is admiration for someone that may include the desire
to get to know that person better. Attraction usually takes place in the form
of infatuation or crush. Infatuation is admiration for someone while not
recognizing that person’s flaws. Crushes usually last for only a short time, a
few weeks or maybe a few months. These feelings are completely normal and
are part becoming a young adult.
LOVE is deep affection for someone and is based on a true desire
for the other person’s best interest.
COURTSHIP is the period in a couple’s relationship which precedes
their engagement and marriage or it is an establishing of an agreed
relationship of a more enduring kind. During courtship a couple gets to know
each other and decides if there will be an engagement or such agreement. A
courtship may be an informal and private matter between two people of the
opposite sex or may be a public affair or a formal arrangement with family
approval.
Why Is It Important for Couples to Undergo Courtship?
1. It gives a person time to know better the character and background of
someone being considered as one’s future lifetime partner.
2. Courting gives time to understand one another.
3. It reveals one’s interest, likes and dislikes, limitations, and aspirations
in life.
4. It allows couples to decide whether they ready to be committed.
5. It allows couples to decide to determine and focus on what to expect
in marriage.
6. It develops security and establishes respect for each other.
7. It develops understanding and acceptance.
DATING is a social activity which involves two or more people
generally assessing each other’s suitability for a potential relationships. It is a
form of courtship consisting of social activities done by two people, as
partners in an intimate relationship or as a spouse. The word dating
actually comes from the arrangement of a time and date of meeting.
Types of Dating
1. Standard date - involves two people
2. Double date – two couples go on a date at the same time and place
3. Group date – where any number of couples can enjoy date
Importance of Dating
1.
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Strengthen the relationships
Spend quality time with each other
Observe the other person’s character
Know one another better
Reveal any potential problems the partners may have
Develop affection and respect for each other
Lesson 2: Behaviors that Promote Healthy Relationship
To develop healthy relationship,
characteristics.
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you have
to observe the following
Mutual respect – Respect means that each person values who
the other is and understands the other’s boundaries
Trust – Partners should place trust in each other and give each other
the benefit of the doubt.
Honesty - Being truthful, even when it might be uncomfortable,
which builds trust and strengthens the relationship.
Good communication – If one person needs to sort out his or her
feelings first, then respect those wishes and wait until he or she
is ready to talk.
Anger control – Anger can be handled in healthy ways such as
taking a deep breath.
Problem solving – identify new solutions by breaking the
problem into small parts.
Understanding – Each partner should take time to understand
what the other might be feeling.
3: Factors that Contribute to Successful Marriage
Going steady is a period wherein the relationship between two people
remains strong and well.
ENGAGEMENT is a period of agreement entered between two
people in love for them to be able to know each other and their families well
enough to be sure that they are ready and are suited for life-long
companionship.
MARRIAGE is the most enjoyable human relationship. It is the most
significant event that may happen to one’s life. It takes only two people, a
man and a woman, to unite and make a successful relationship as married
couple. It is also a lifelong partnership of a man and a woman.
Factors to Consider in Choosing a Lifetime Partner
1. Good character – God-fearing, Responsible and honest, Hardworking, and
Respectful.
2. Maturity – Handles relationship responsibly, Make wise and well
thought out decisions.
3. Fidelity – Makes a relationship lasting, Consider the relationship sacred,
and sincere.
4. Commitment – Makes peaceful and lasting relationship, Dedicated in
fulfilling responsibilities.
5. Love – Strengthens the relationship with the partner, Understands one’s
partner, Endure till death.
6. Economic readiness – Aims for a better future of the family, Provide the
needs of the family, Maintain stable job or business that can support a
family.
7. Physical maturity – has a healthy body, Accepts and is proud of partner’s
physical features.
Ingredients of a Successful Marriage
To achieve a better married relationship with a partner you have to exercise
the following:
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Love – be kind toward your spouse
Understanding / Respect – support the decision he/she made
Care – show him/her that you are always there
Loyalty – be transparent
Shared philosophy – sharing ideas to one another
Cooperation – engage in activities your spouse enjoy
Growth – know each individual’s differences
Sharing and Giving – trust each other intention
Communication – talk frequently
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Activity 2: True or False
Direction: Modified True or False. Write True if the statement is correct and change
the underlined word to make the statement correct if it is False.
1. Business is a lifelong partnership of a man and woman.
2. Double standard is type of dating involves two people.
3. Courtship is the period in a couple’s relationship which precedes the
engagement and marriage.
4. Friendship is the state of being completely carried away by
unreasoning passion of love.
5. Attraction is admiration for someone that may include the desire to get
to know that person better.
6. The woman is the first one to initiate courtship to a man.
7. Respect means that each person values who the other is and
understand the other’s boundaries.
8. To strengthen the relationship with your partner you must know how to
love.
9. Friendship is a social activity which involves two or more people
generally assessing each other for possible potential relationship.
10. It is a type of dating where in number of couples can enjoy a date called
reunion.
WR A P –U P
LEARNING TASK 3.
Based on your understanding about the lesson, answer the following
questions listed below write your answer in your notebook.
1. What
do
you
think
is
the
right
age
for
dating?
Why?
2. Which do you prefer “Traditional courtship or Modern Courtship”? Why?
3. What is your understanding of Marriage
Direction: Multiple choice: Choose the letter of the correct answer then write your answer in your
notebook.
1. Which of the following is not a type of dating?
a. Standard date
c. Double date
b. Group date
d. Family date
2. It is a stage of not simply knowing the person but also a test of
compatibility between the two persons.
a. Courtship
b. Marriage
c. Dating
d. Friendship
3. Why do people marry?
a.
b.
For economic security
Love
c. For social status
d. For pleasure
4. Which of the following is the ingredient of a happy married life?
a. Commitment
c. sincerity
b. Love
d. All of the above
5. Why
a.
b.
c.
d.
do couples want to have children?
They are not happy without a child
Religious institutions require it
Society expects couples to have offspring
Strengthens the bond between husband and wife