Take ownership of your actions and commitments
Responsibility means being accountable for your actions, keeping your commitments, and doing what needs to be done without being told. It's a key part of growing up and becoming a leader.
This workshop teaches you the difference between excuses and ownership, how to handle when you mess up, and how taking responsibility actually gives you MORE freedom and trust.
Responsible people admit when they make mistakes instead of blaming others. "I forgot" is honest. "It's not my fault because..." is usually an excuse.
If you say you'll do something, follow through. Your word is your reputation. People trust those who keep their commitments.
True responsibility means doing the right thing even when no one is looking. Character is who you are when nobody's watching.
The more responsible you are, the more freedom and trust you earn. Parents and teachers give more independence to responsible kids.
Learn to recognize ownership vs. blame
Situation: Late for practice
"It's not my fault - my mom took too long!"
Situation: Late for practice
"I'm sorry I'm late. I should have reminded my mom earlier. It won't happen again."
Situation: Homework not done
"The teacher didn't explain it well enough!"
Situation: Homework not done
"I didn't understand, but I should have asked for help. Can I get clarification?"
Excuse: "I didn't clean my room because I was too busy"
Excuse: "They made me do it!"
Identify what you're responsible for
Rate yourself honestly
Take on a new responsibility
"How does being responsible help you earn trust and freedom? Think of someone you know who is very responsible - what do you admire about them? What's one excuse you need to stop making?"
You've completed the Responsibility workshop