7 Intermediate – My Life Story
Rogell Greg Pedroso
Chapter 3: My Life Story
Learning Objectives
At the end of the lesson the student will be able to:
- Develop the ability to reflect on personal experiences and express growth through clear, organized writing
- Create and present organized personal branding narrative
- Compose and reflect on a movie’s personal impact and articulate its inspirational influence on personal life through a well written and thoughtful review.
Vocabulary
- Growth – The process of developing or maturing physically, mentally, or emotionally.
- Reflection – Serious thought or consideration about personal experiences and development.
- Narrative – A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
- Self-awareness – Conscious knowledge of one’s own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
- Review– a critical appraisal of a book, play, movie, exhibition, etc., published in a newspaper or magazine.
Essential Knowledge
Life is a dynamic and multifaceted experience, encompassing biological, emotional, social, and philosophical dimensions. Biologically, it distinguishes living organisms through processes like growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli (Miller & Levine, 2020). Emotionally and socially, life is shaped by relationships and the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment (Diener, 2009). Philosophically, thinkers like Aristotle and Nietzsche have explored life’s meaning, with Aristotle emphasizing eudaimonia or flourishing through virtue, and Nietzsche advocating for personal meaning through overcoming challenges (Aristotle, 1984; Nietzsche, 1887). Ultimately, life is a continuous journey of adaptation, growth, and discovery.
Activities
General Instruction: Carefully read and understand the exercises presented and follow the directions for each activity. Please don’t hesitate to seek assistance if you need clarification or if you have queries regarding the task. This will use conversational, technical, and creative tasks to help you become more proficient in the target language.
Conversational
What is Personal Growth?
Personal growth is the ongoing process of self-improvement and development in various aspects of one’s life, including emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual dimensions. It includes pursuing objectives, being more self-aware, and learning new abilities, all of which improve a person’s general well-being and quality of life (Seligman, 2021). Personal growth enables people to face their limitations, rise to obstacles, and develop resilience. Through this journey, one has a greater awareness of who they are, which makes it easier to adjust to changing circumstances and form satisfying relationships. People can design a meaningful and purposeful existence that is in line with their values and objectives by actively pursuing personal improvement.
Activity 1: Writing a Personal Growth Story
Instruction: Write a personal growth story that captures a significant experience in your life. Follow the