Manners
What are manners?
a set of rules about how to treat one another
What is a boundary?
an invisible limit we place on ourselves
What are the 2 types of mindsets?
growth and fixed
Who is Oliver James?
a TikTok creator who practices reading daily
What does literacy mean?
the ability to read and write
What is a reason why manners are important?
keep people healthy, make people feel happy, show respect and care
Why do we create boundaries?
to stay safe, healthy, and comfortable
What does mindset mean?
a person's attitude
Why is Oliver important?
He is 1 of 8 million American adults who is considered functionally illiterate
What does illiterate mean?
unable to read and write
What did one study reveal about manners and school?
Kids who use manners have better grades and do better in school.
How do we create boundaries?
use clear I statements, learn to say NO, get help if needed
How does a person with growth mindset receive feedback?
as an opportunity to learn and grow
What is a challenge Oliver has faced?
reading the forms at the doctor's office, going grocery shopping using pictures
How many American adults are considered illiterate?
8 million
How have manners changed over time?
less strict, more relaxed
Where do we use boundaries?
school, work, church, relationships, sports
How does a person with fixed mindset react to challenges?
shut down or give up
How did Oliver's mindset change over time?
He started with a fixed mindset and moved into a growth mindset
How many American adults read below a third grade level?
45 million
In the 1940's and 1950's, what was required to travel on an airplane?
had to wear the dress code- suits, ties, and dresses
Why are boundaries different from person to person?
boundaries are affected by culture, family, where we live, personality, and life experiences
Why do we have to practice using a growth mindset?
because mindset is a continuum/cycle back and forth between the two
What goal did Oliver set for himself in 2023?
Read 100 books in a year
What percentage of adults are illiterate in the U.S. as of 2024?
21%