“Self-Assessment Record,” Adjusting to Missionary Life (2013), 12–13
“Self-Assessment Record,” Adjusting to Missionary Life, 12–13
Self-Assessment Record
Directions:
For each item below, the second column lists the page number and section in this booklet where you can find tools and suggestions. Prayerfully choose one or two to try for a minimum of two to three weeks. Remember that many suggestions will take practice in order to be effective.
GENERAL
I’m having difficulty with: |
Page, Section | |||||||
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responding positively to stress | ||||||||
responding to a “stress emergency” | ||||||||
helping other missionaries who are overstressed |
PHYSICAL
I’m having difficulty with: |
Page, Section | |||||||
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learning to work hard | ||||||||
staying healthy and energetic | ||||||||
managing head, stomach, or muscle pain | ||||||||
sleeping, going to bed on time | ||||||||
getting up on time | ||||||||
eating healthy foods | ||||||||
getting motivated to exercise |
EMOTIONAL
I’m having difficulty with: |
Page, Section | |||||||
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feeling homesick | ||||||||
feeling depressed or discouraged | ||||||||
feeling self-critical | ||||||||
feeling anxious or inadequate | ||||||||
feeling easily irritated or angry | ||||||||
feeling exhausted or unmotivated | ||||||||
worrying about loved ones at home | ||||||||
feeling lonely |
SOCIAL
I’m having difficulty with: |
Page, Section | |||||||
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talking with strangers | ||||||||
wanting to be alone | ||||||||
communicating openly with a companion | ||||||||
loving the people | ||||||||
getting along with mission leaders | ||||||||
managing sexual or romantic feelings |
INTELLECTUAL
I’m having difficulty with: |
Page, Section |
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learning the language | |
staying organized with goals and plans | |
not feeling as smart or as capable as others |