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6. Why is multitasking ability important for those working independently?
Ans. Multitasking is essential for handling various tasks simultaneously, a key skill for efficiency and
effectiveness in independent work.
7. How does time management contribute to achieve goals?

Ans. Time management helps in organizing and prioritizing tasks, ensuring efficient use of time and contributing
to the accomplishment of goals.
8. Why is self-awareness considered crucial?
Ans. Self-awareness involves understanding one’s personality, strengths, and weaknesses, leading to better
decision-making and interpersonal relationships.

F. Long answer type question.
1. Explain the concept of self-awareness and why it is important in personal development.
Ans. Self-awareness is understanding our personality, strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, and emotions. It’s like
knowing ourselves better. Importance lies in recognizing emotional triggers, fostering humility through
awareness of weaknesses, and embracing flaws. Self-awareness allows better understanding of others
and improves interpersonal relationships.
2. How does motivation play a crucial role in achieving goals, and what are the types of motivation?
Ans. Motivation is the driving force behind actions toward a desired goal. It keeps us moving forward. Intrinsic
motivation comes from within, driven by interest or enjoyment. Extrinsic motivation comes from external
factors like rewards or competition. Motivation is essential for personal growth, reaching goals, and
succeeding in life.
3. Discuss the significance of time management and share a real-life example illustrating its importance.
Ans. Time management is organizing and controlling how we spend our day to achieve goals. An example is
Natasha, who learned the hard way about time management. Her delayed task resulted in her father not
getting timely medicine, emphasizing the importance of doing things promptly.
4. Explain the concept of cognitive reappraisal in self-regulation and how it helps in managing emotions.

Ans. Cognitive reappraisal involves changing thought patterns to manage emotions better. Instead of thinking
negatively, like assuming a friend hates you, it promotes adaptive thinking such as considering the friend
may be busy. It enhances emotional self-regulation by altering interpretations of situations.
5. How can adopting a healthy lifestyle contribute to stress management, and what are the key components
of a healthy lifestyle?

Ans. Adopting a healthy lifestyle increases resistance to stress. The key components include a well-nourished
diet, adequate sleep, regular physical exercise, and stress coping mechanisms such as meditation and
yoga. These elements boost mood, immune system, and overall well-being, preventing physical and
mental illnesses.

G. Application based questions.
1. Imagine you are feeling overwhelmed with your school assignments. Apply the concept of time
management discussed in the chapter to explain how you can organize your tasks effectively and reduce
stress.
Ans. To manage overwhelming assignments, create a to-do list, prioritize tasks based on deadlines, and break
them into smaller, manageable steps. Allocate specific time slots for each task, avoiding multitasking.
This approach helps you focus, complete assignments on time, and reduces stress.

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