Numbered Publications: Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS7-200: Life Story: What Is It and How Do You Write It?
Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani | Jun. 22, 2012 (New)
Whether it is our own or that of someone we love, writing a life story can be a rich and rewarding experience. It is also a gift that can last for generation after generation. To get started, it is important to be organized, prepared, and flexible.
FCS7-203: Planning and Decision Making Through Life Story
Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani | Jun. 22, 2012 (New)
Life story focuses heavily on the past, but we can use these experiences to help us think about and plan for the future.
FCS7-201: Enhancing Quality Care Relationships Through Life Story
Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani | Jun. 22, 2012 (New)
Sharing and documenting life story and health history promotes a quality caregiving relationship. A life story is an account of the series of experiences that make up our lives and define who we are.
FCS7-204: Enhancing Mental Health Through Life Story
Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani | Jun. 22, 2012 (New)
Documenting our life story encourages us to constructively think about and examine both positive and negative personal experiences, the meaning and emotions we attach to our experiences, and the lessons we have learned over time.
CLD1-1-FCS: The Power of Motivation: FCS Facilitator's Guide
Jennifer Bridge, Janet Johnson, Laura Stephenson | Jun. 20, 2012 (New)
Motivation, as a concept, explains why people think and behave the way they do. To achieve personal or organizational success one must recognize key concepts that motivate behavior to meet needs and desires.
CLD1-9-FCS: The Influence of Personal Characteristics: Personality, Culture and Environment: FCS Facilitator's Guide
Marissa Aull, Janet Johnson, Martha Nall, Laura Stephenson | Jun. 20, 2012 (New)
To grow as an effective leader you must understand yourself as well as the differences of personal characteristics in others.
CLD1-2-FCS: People Learn with a Purpose: Understanding Learning Styles: FCS Facilitator's Guide
Jennifer Bridge, Janet Johnson, Laura Stephenson | Jun. 20, 2012 (New)
Understanding why and how you learn best is essential, especially if you are trying to teach others.
CLD1-3-FCS: Communication Essentials for Good Impressions: FCS Facilitator's Guide
Melissa Goodman, Janet Johnson, Kristina Ricketts, Laura Stephenson | Jun. 20, 2012 (New)
Communication is the key to effective leadership and fulfilling organizational vision and mission.
CLD1-10-FCS: Speaking for Success: FCS Facilitator's Guide
Jennifer Bridge, Janet Johnson, Laura Stephenson | Jun. 20, 2012 (New)
Effective communicators ultimately influence and engage others. The words you say and how you say them helps build an atmosphere of trust and, ultimately, the willingness to take action.
FCS7-206: Stand Up to Falling: What to Do When You Fall
Matthew Carlson, Amy Hosier | May. 10, 2012 (New)
A fall can happen to anyone. A fall often happens suddenly, and the experience can be startling and upsetting regardless of your age. Adults age 65 years and older are at the greatest risk of falling and jeopardizing health and independence. Many falls can be prevented by making simple changes, but it's good to plan ahead in case you do fall.