Reflection on Characteristics

I only found four traits that I believed I had some connection with. 

Four Characteristics  Of a Creative Person	How these    Apply in my Life	How I can Help my Students acquire these Traits
Flexibility and Skill in Decision Making	When I need to make decisions, I try to look at most aspects of the situation. In order to do this, I ask others about the situation. I take my time, and try not to rush; however, I am not an expert on decision-making. I take into consideration everyone in the situation and do my best to make the right one.	This life skill is not easy to teach or to master. Decisions are based on individuals. Students make decisions every day, whether they are small or big. Doing homework is a decision. By teaching students how to make their own decisions in the small things, they will eventually create a good habit, which will help them make good decisions later in life.
Independence in Judgment	I get along with most people, but I do not follow along with them based on trends. I have very few good friends at UGF simply because I do not follow the crowd, and that is all right. Sometimes it bothers me. I feel like I have no friends. In the end, however, I am more confident as a person because I try to stay who I am regardless of who is around.	Independence in judgment correlates with decision-making. Students need to make judgments based on what they what may be best. Sometimes this involves listening to others’ opinions, but saying thank you for your input, but no thank you. In my classroom, I will encourage students to make independent judgments on a matter. With practice, I will eventually have students discuss their different ideas. Children should know that is okay to have different outlooks.
Finding Order in Chaos	I have some of this characteristic. I am more motivated in school when I a lot going on. This semester, I only work one job. I have a quite a bit of free time, but it does nothing for my motivation. When my life is chaotic, I perform well.	Organizing the chaos is the first step. When I was busy, I had my schedule planned. Everyday, there was something going on. When students are feeling overwhelmed with homework, I want to teach them how to organize what needs to be done. They can write a checklist. Usually what happens is that students overreact when they think about everything that needs to be done. When they write it down, they see that there is an end to it. They feel comfortable to begin.
Perseverance, Drive, and Commitment to Task	I do have perseverance. When I joined the softball team at UGF, I was not even close to their level of play. I wanted to quit. Everyday the thought came into my head. I quit cross-country to join this team year round. I am a senior this year, and I am so excited that I did not quit. I can see the progress I have made and how my mentality has grown.	Sports are a great commitment to students that will help them in life. I will encourage my students to participate in extra curricular activities, such as sports, music, or drama. Students need an outlet where they decide to persevere. I hope I get an opportunity to coach softball to students and encourage them the way my coaches have encouraged me.