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Be a BuilderBuilding developmental assets for a better life
What is an ?
• An asset is a useful or valuable quality, person, or thing; an advantage or resource.
So what do assets do for us?
• The search institute (a fancy company that does a lot of research) has identified building blocks – known as developmental assets. These assets help young people grow and develop to be the best people they can be. They also help young individuals stay out of trouble.
External vs. Internal Assets
External Assets
Support
Constructive use of time
Boundaries & Expectations
Empowerment
External vs. Internal Assets
Internal Assets
Commitment to Learning
Positive Identity
Social Competencies
Positive Values
External
Support• Family support• Positive family communication• Other adult relationships• Caring neighborhood• Caring school climate• Parent involvement in schooling
Empowerment• Community values youth• Youth as resources• Service to others• safety
Boundaries and Expectations• Family boundaries• School boundaries• Neighborhood boundaries• Adult role models• Positive peer influence• High expectations
Constructive use of Time• Creative activities• Youth programs• Religious community• Time at home
Internal
Commitment to Learning• Achievement motivation• School engagement• Homework• Bonding to school• Reading for pleasure
Positive Values• Caring• Equality and social justice • Integrity• Honesty• Responsibility• Restraint
Social Competencies• Planning and decision making• Interpersonal competence• Cultural competence• Resistance skills• Peaceful conflict resolution
Positive Identity• Personal power• Self esteem• Sense of purpose• Positive view of personal future
Lets see how may assets we currently have
Each of these assets is like a puzzle piece…the more we have the stronger our foundation. The stronger our foundation the easier it will be for us to deal with difficult situations in our life. Allowing us to be happier and live more successful lives.
Missing puzzle pieces (assets) weaken our foundation and make our lives more difficult. We are more likely to get into trouble and have less protection against negative things.
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