Habits of the Mind

Listening with Understanding and Empathy Appreciate others' views. Courtesy, Respect, Kindness, Cooperation
Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations Use what you know. Self-discipline
Striving for Accuracy and Precision Make it your best. Responsibility
Managing Impulsivity Self-monitor. Integrity, Fairness, Trustworthiness
Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision Think and speak clearly. Self-discipline
Creating and Innovating Let your imagination soar. Self-discipline
Thinking Flexibly Look at it another way. Self-discipline, Justice, Fairness
Taking Responsible Risks Take more chances in your work. Self-confidence, Responsibility
Thinking Interdependently Acknowledge others. Helpfulness; Service, Dependability
Learning Continuously Constantly expand your mind. Perseverance
Thinking about Thinking Unpack your thoughts. Responsibility
Questioning and Posing Problems Be curious. Perseverance
Persisting Stick with it. Perseverance
Finding Humor Avoid making mountains out of mole hills. Self-confidence
Gathering Data Through Our Senses Use the world around you. Self-confidence
Responding with Wonderment and Awe Know you can. Perseverance