Understanding and Strengthening the Self: Developmental and Career Stages

Introduction to Self-ReflectionPage 1

The lesson introduces self-reflection through activities like 'Vision Casting' and 'Vision Boarding,' encouraging students to visualize their future, set long-term goals, and establish a clear identity as they transition into young adulthood.

Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial StagesPage 3

This section details the eight stages of human development, starting from 'Trust vs. Mistrust' in infancy to 'Integrity vs. Despair' in late adulthood. Each stage is characterized by a core conflict that shapes an individual's psychological and social development.

Donald Super’s Career Developmental TheoryPage 6

Donald Super’s theory is presented as a life-span framework for career development, divided into five stages: Growth (birth-14), Exploration (15-24), Establishment (25-44), Maintenance (45-64), and Decline/Disengagement (65+).

Case Study: Hidilyn DiazPage 9

Hidilyn Diaz’s athletic career serves as a practical application of Super's theory, mapping her journey from early exposure to weightlifting through her Olympic success and transition into mentoring, illustrating how professional growth aligns with developmental stages.

Assessment and ReflectionPage 12

The lesson concludes with various activities such as identity journals and focus group discussions, followed by a quiz to test knowledge of Erikson’s stages, reinforcing the importance of self-discovery and career planning.