Sensitivity
Sensitivity is “carefully using my senses so I can better respond to the people and situations in my life”
Sensitivity comes from the Latin word sentio, meaning “to sense; to perceive,” as in a sense of touch.
In the human body, the five senses are used to help us stay aware of our surroundings; enjoy things like food, flowers, and sunsets; and alert us to danger. Our senses help us survive. When a nerve senses pain, it sends an urgent signal to the brain so that the body can respond quickly and appropriately. A sensitive person also uses the five senses to learn about the people and situations around them in order to have a helpful and kind response.
I Will:
- Listen carefully to others.
- Watch their body language.
- Notice their tone of voice.
- Put myself in others' shoes.
- Show that I care.
Discussion Starters:
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What does being insensitive to other people look like?
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Can you think of ways that you can be sensitive to the feelings of your friends? Family? Fellow students?
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How do you think showing sensitivity is beneficial to you as a student? A person?
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How will practicing sensitivity at school help you show sensitivity to others for the rest of your life?
(Permission granted to reproduce this lesson for educational use. Credit: CharacterFirstEd.com)
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