The free L.I.T. Life Skills Program will teach you the basic skills you need to improve relationships with your loved ones, at your workplace, and with YOURSELF!

When you use these skills, you will experience:

  • Better relationships
  • Improved communication skills
  • Highter level of self-control
  • Better understanding of self
  • AND SO MUCH MORE!

This life skills program will be implemented during the 12-week pre-release program, and at our facility for all others.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I: CREATING A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT

Getting Started  

  1. What Is Overcoming Obstacles?
  2. Setting Expectations

Confidence Building   

  1. Giving and Earning Respect
  2. Identifying Strengths
  3. Establishing What’s Important
  4. Improving Well-Being
  5. Developing Personal Power

PART II: ACQUIRING CORE SKILLS

Communication

  1. Understanding Nonverbal Communication
  2. Listening
  3. Listening Critically
  4. Speaking Responsibly
  5. Communicating Constructively

Decision Making  

  1. Starting the Decision Making Process
  2. Gathering Information
  3. Exploring Alternatives and Considering Consequences
  4. Making and Evaluating Decisions

Goal Setting

  1. Identifying Goals
  2. Setting Priorities
  3. Developing a Positive Attitude
  4. Accessing Resources
  5. Learning to Be Assertive

PART III: DEVELOPING RELATED SKILLS

Resolving Conflicts    

  1. Introducing Conflict Resolution
  2. Uncovering Stereotypes
  3. Managing Anger in Conflict Situations
  4. Creating a Win-Win Situation
  5. Resolving Conflict

Problem Solving

  1. Problem Solving Techniques
  2. Problem Solving in School
  3. Problem Solving on the Job
  4. Problem Solving at Home

A Game Plan for College     

  1. Assessing Your Talents and Interests
  2. Colleges, Universities, and Technical Schools
  3. Applying to Colleges, Universities, & Technical Schools
  4. Discovering Money: Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

A Game Plan for Work 

  1. Working Toward Your Goals
  2. Exploring Job Possibilities
  3. Looking for a Job
  4. Networking
  5. Preparing a Resume
  6. Making Contacts

Getting the Job

  1. Completing Applications
  2. Preparing for an Interview
  3. Interviewing
  4. Following the Interview
  5. Responding to a Job Offer

On-the-Job

  1. Developing a Positive Work Ethic
  2. Working with Others
  3. Communicating on the Job
  4. Managing Time, Money, & People
  5. Advancing on the Job

Managing Your Life    

  1. Managing Your Finances
  2. Making a Budget
  3. Understanding Advertising & Mass Media
  4. Becoming a Responsible Citizen
  5. Nurturing the Development of Young Children

PART IV: DEMONSTRATING THE SKILLS

Service Learning Handbook          

  1. Introduction
  2. Getting Started
  3. Designing a Plan
  4. Finalizing the Action Plan and Getting Approval
  5. Taking Action
  6. Assessment
  7. Introduction to Service Learning
  8. Designing An Action Plan
  9. Gathering Information and Making the Commitment
  10. Formalizing and Finalizing the Action Plan
  11. Giving Presentations
  12. Taking Action
  13. The Big Day
  14. Self-Assessment

Public Assessment

To read all of the awards and wins by Overcoming Obstacles, click here.