Impact of the Program

At the end of a semester's study of the 7 Habits, Joliet Township High School asked these questions of their students. The remarkable results are below.

Ninety percent of students surveyed either agreed or strongly agreed with these statements:

• I know what I believe about myself, so it has become easier to be less attached to the praise or criticism of others.
• I try to see things from other points of view.
• I think about my goals for the future.
• I try to make sure I have the courage to stand up for my needs.
• I try to listen to others without offering advice right away.

Eighty percent of students surveyed either agreed or strongly agreed with these statements:

• I know that the feedback (compliments or criticism) I receive is not necessarily a true reflection of who I am.
• I try to get as much information as possible to make informed decisions.
• I don't blame others for my choices or problems.
• I think about the kind of person I want to be.
• I visualize the outcome before I begin.
• I make an effort to listen better.
• I try to listen without asking too many questions right away.
• I try to listen with the goal of understanding the other person's point of view, rather than just waiting for my turn to talk.
• My relationships in general have improved.

*These comments were taken from the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens" website for teenagers.

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