Habit 1

I had to write a story for my teacher, but I got a bad grade on it. I ripped up my paper and threw it away. Is this proactive or reactive behavior?

• Proactive Behavior

• Reactive Behavior

My friend told me in a mean way that I talk too loud. My parents also tell me that. I said calmly, "I'm sorry if I talk to loud, but I don't appreciate being talked to in a mean way." Is this proactive or reactive behavior?

• Proactive

• Reactive

I worked on a project for class that was really hard and got frustrated. I slammed my pencil on my desk and yelled at my friend. Is this proactive or reactive behavior?

• Proactive

• Reactive

I heard that my friends were talking about me behind my back. I confronted them calmly, and eventually gave them a second chance. Is this proactive or reactive behavior?

• Proactive

• Reactive

Your teacher accuses you of talking while she was teaching, but it wasn't you. You politely tell her it wasn't you and continue to do your work. Is this proactive or reactive behavior?

• Proactive

• Reactive

Proactive people do the right thing, even when _____ is/are looking.

• everyone

• a few people

• no one

Which would a proactive person more likely say?

• I can do better than that.

• That's just the way I am.

You fail a quiz. Which would be the more PROACTIVE response?

• I will study harder and do better next time.

• Use your pen to change that F to an A.

Which statement describes a leader?

• I am a responsible person.

• I take initiative.

• I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods.

• They ALL do!

Are your own words and actions INSIDE or OUTSIDE of your circle of control?

• inside

• outside