Heart Smarts Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Heart Smarts
Lesson 1: Introduction to Emotional Intelligence (108 Min Session)
Learning Objectives
Define Emotional Intelligence and its importance in daily life.
Identify and describe the five components of EI (Goleman's model).
Analyze real-world scenarios to differentiate between high and low EI responses.
Collaborate with peers to brainstorm practical EI strategies.
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
25 min
Chunk 1: Hook & Internal Pillars
Slides 1-5
Intro to EQ vs. IQ. Deep dive into Self-Awareness and Self-Regulation.Workshop: "The Trigger Map" — students list 3 things that push their buttons and how their body feels.
25 min
Chunk 2: The Drive (Motivation)
Slide 6
Defining Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic motivation.Activity: "The Why Challenge" — Partner share of something difficult they did because they *wanted* to, not because they *had* to.
25 min
Chunk 3: External Pillars
Slides 7-9
Exploration of Empathy and Social Skills.Scenario Workshop: Small group analysis of "The Glue" — how social skills hold teams together during failure.
33 min
Chunk 4: Exploration & Reflection
Slide 10 + Handout
Students complete the "EI Explorer Handout."Final Reflection: Individual "Letter to Self" about one area of EI they find most difficult to master.
Double Session Tips
Brain Breaks
Include a 2-minute "stetch and reset" between Chunk 2 and Chunk 3 to maintain focus.
Grouping
Switch partners for Chunk 3. New perspectives help build empathy and social skill application.
Key Terms
Self-Awareness
Self-Regulation
Motivation
Empathy
Social Skills
Heart Smarts Slides Heart Smarts
The Blueprint for Emotional Intelligence
108-Minute Double Session
What is EI?
Chunk 01
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions...
...while also recognizing, understanding, and influencing the emotions of others.
"It's being 'smart' about feelings."
EQ > IQ?
The Internal Pillars
Self-Awareness
Recognizing what you feel, when you feel it, and how it shows up in your body.
Self-Regulation
The power to pause and choose your reaction instead of letting emotions drive.
Workshop: The Trigger Map
To manage emotions, you must first map them.
Identify 3 things that "push your buttons."
Describe how your body feels (e.g., tight chest, hot face).
Share one "reset strategy" you could try.
Deep Dive Timer
10:00
Work silently in your Handout (Section 1).
Motivation
Chunk 02
Intrinsic Motivation is being driven by personal growth rather than rewards like grades or money.
"People with high EI find 'The Why' behind their work and stay resilient when things get tough."
Passion
Persistence
Purpose
Optimism
Activity: The Why Challenge
Stand up and find a partner from across the room. Discuss:
"Tell me about a time you worked really hard on something just because it mattered to YOU. What kept you going?"
Speaker 1
60 Seconds
Speaker 2
60 Seconds
External Pillars
Chunk 03
Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. Seeing through their eyes.
Listening No Judgment
Social Skills
Managing relationships to move people in the desired direction. The "Glue" of any team.
Conflict Fix Teamwork
Workshop: The Glue
"A sports team just lost the biggest game of the year. Some players are crying, others are blaming each other."
Task:
What does an Empathetic leader say?
What Social Skill is needed to fix the team?
Brainstorm in your small groups
The Impact
90%
Of Top Performers
have high emotional intelligence.
2x
As Important
as IQ for leadership success.
#1
Soft Skill
requested by modern employers.
Chunk 04
Exploration Phase
It’s time to finalize your blueprint.
Task: EI Explorer Handout
Complete the Pillar Definitions and the Conflict Scenarios on Page 2.
Up Next: Personal Assessment & Goal Setting
EI Explorer Handout EI Explorer Handout
Building Your Emotional Blueprint (Double Session Edition)
Name:
Date:
Workshop 1: The Trigger Map
Identify three "triggers" (situations that push your buttons) and describe how your body reacts.
1. The Trigger:
Physical Response:
2. The Trigger:
Physical Response:
3. The Trigger:
Physical Response:
The Five Pillars
1. Self-Awareness
2. Self-Regulation
3. Motivation
4. Empathy
5. Social Skills
Workshop 2: The Glue
Scenario: A sports team just lost the biggest game of the year. Some players are crying, others are blaming each other.
What does an EMPATHETIC leader say?
What SOCIAL SKILL is needed to fix the team?
Reflect: Why is Intrinsic Motivation (doing it for you) more powerful than Extrinsic Motivation (doing it for a reward) in the long run? Heart Smarts Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Heart Smarts
VCE VM UNIT 1
Outcome 2: Interpersonal & Communication Skills
VCE VM Study Design Alignment
This lesson addresses Outcome 2 : Describe and demonstrate the characteristics of a healthy relationship and use effective communication strategies. Students analyze how Emotional Intelligence (EI) facilitates active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution in personal and workplace contexts.
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
25 min
Chunk 1: Self-Management & Regulation
Explore personal triggers and physiological responses.VCE Skill: Identifying personal emotional states and their impact on task performance.
30 min
Chunk 2: Effective Communication Strategies
Direct instruction on Assertive vs. Aggressive vs. Passive communication.VCE Skill: Utilizing active listening and 'I' statements to build positive relationships.
35 min
Chunk 3: Case Study & Mediation
Small group analysis of workplace conflict scenarios.VCE Skill: Demonstrating conflict resolution and empathy to maintain healthy group dynamics.
18 min
Chunk 4: Portfolio Evidence Prep
Reflective journaling on transferable EI skills for the student's future vocational pathway.
Key Knowledge
Communication Styles
Verbal/non-verbal, active listening, feedback loops.
Conflict Resolution
Negotiation, compromise, mediation techniques.
Interpersonal Skills
Empathy, social awareness, inclusivity.
Assessment Tasks
Written analysis of a relationship case study.
Demonstration of 'I' statements in roleplay.
Personal skills audit.
EI Explorer Handout VCE VM UNIT 1 Personal Development Skills
EI & Identity Explorer
Outcome 1 & 2: Building the Personal Foundation
Name:
Part 1: The Identity Web
Personal identity is not static. It is shaped by internal and external factors. Analyze how the following factors have influenced your current self-concept.
Interests & Hobbies
How do your passions define you?
Culture & Background
Family traditions, language, heritage.
Social Connections
Friends, mentors, community groups.
Part 2: EI Pillar Analysis
EI Pillar VCE Definition (Apply to self) Workplace/Vocational Application Self-Awareness How does knowing your mood impact safety on a worksite? Self-Regulation A customer is shouting. How do you respond professionally? Empathy A coworker is struggling with a task. What is the EI move?
Part 3: Communication Mastery
The 'I' Statement Challenge
Healthy relationships rely on assertive, non-blaming communication. Convert these aggressive statements into 'I' statements.
"You never listen to me when we are in group meetings!"
I feel... when... because...
"You're late with your part of the project again, you're so lazy!"
I feel... when... because...
Active Listening Check
Describe three non-verbal cues that demonstrate you are actively listening to a supervisor or teammate:
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Relationship Audit
Based on AOS 2, list three characteristics of a healthy relationship (personal or professional):
Masterclass Teacher Guide Masterclass Teacher Guide
Blueprint for Balance • Capstone Project
108 Minutes
Session Overview
This Masterclass serves as the cumulative assessment for the Blueprint for Balance sequence. Students will synthesize their understanding of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and the four Wellness Dimensions to create a professional-grade Balance Portfolio . This session shifts from instruction to facilitation, allowing students to demonstrate agency and self-reflection.
Key Materials
Masterclass Slides
The Balance Portfolio
Rubric & Checklist
Past Activity Notes
Learning Intentions
Synthesize EI components with the 4 Dimensions of Wellness.Evaluate personal growth and current state of holistic health.Extend learning by creating a long-term sustainability strategy.Communicate a coherent narrative of personal development.
Success Criteria
Completed a high-quality Balance Portfolio.
Linked at least two EI skills to specific wellness dimensions.
Reflected on obstacles with concrete mitigation strategies.
Presented a clear "Next Steps" roadmap for the next 6 months.
Pacing Guide (108 Minutes)
15 min
Chunk 1: The Blueprint Briefing
Review core concepts and project expectations.
40 min
Chunk 2: Construction Phase A (Evaluation)
Auditing the past 3 lessons and current wellness state.
40 min
Chunk 3: Construction Phase B (Synthesis)
Drafting the extension plan and future roadmap.
13 min
Chunk 4: Inspection & Submission
Peer review and final reflection.
Step-by-Step Facilitation Blueprint for Balance • Teacher Guide
0-15m
The Blueprint Briefing
Instructional Hook: Use the slides to recap the 3 pillars: EI Explorer, Heart Action Plan, and Wellness Dimensions. Remind students that they are now the "Architects" of their own lives.
Clarify: Distribute the Portfolio and Rubric. Explain that this is a professional document, not just a worksheet. High standards for clarity and depth are expected.
Teacher Tip:
Have physical copies of previous handouts (Heart Smarts, Wellness Blueprint) available in case students lost theirs. These are vital data points for the portfolio.
Masterclass Slides Capstone Project
Masterclass
Synthesizing Emotional Intelligence & Holistic Wellness
Blueprint for Balance
The Journey So Far
01
Heart Smarts
Defining the 5 components of EI and identifying your personal triggers.
02
Action Plan
Building SMART goals to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
03
Wellness Blueprint
Mapping your internal/external identity across the 4 Dimensions of Health.
The Balance Portfolio
Your task is to synthesize these modules into a single professional portfolio.
Reflect on your growth
Evaluate your current state
Extend your vision for the future
"The Master Architect"
"A blueprint is just a drawing until you start to build. Today, we move from planning to execution."
PHASE A
The Growth Audit
40 MIN
Reflect & Re-rate
Re-examine your initial EI self-assessment. Where did the biggest shift happen?
Goal Performance
Be honest: Is your SMART goal on track? What "structural flaws" (obstacles) appeared?
PHASE B
The Connection Point
40 MIN
How does your mind impact your body and spirit?
The Bridge
Choose one EI skill (e.g., Empathy) and explain how it strengthens one Wellness Dimension (e.g., Social Wellness).
Integrated Habits
Design a daily ritual that satisfies multiple needs. Work smarter, not harder.
PHASE C
The 6-Month Roadmap
13 MIN
Where will you be in 180 days?
30
Habit Formed
90
Skill Mastered
180
Identity Shift
"The best way to predict your future is to create it."
Final Inspection
Checklist for Success:
Every section is fully drafted
Handwriting/Typing is professional
Self-assessment complete
Ready to submit?
Scan your work or hand in the physical portfolio. Your journey to balance starts now.
Verified Mastery
The Balance Portfolio Worksheet Document No. 04 / Capstone
The Balance Portfolio
A Blueprint for Personal Mastery
Lead Architect (Name)
Project Date
1.0 Foundation Audit
Reflect on your identity factors from Lesson 3. Which three values or identity markers most heavily influence how you communicate and relate to others today?
Factor 01
Factor 02
Factor 03
Current Personal Mission Statement
In 2-3 sentences, define your current approach to maintaining balance in your life.
2.0 Structural Inspection (Evaluation)
Phase A
2.1 Emotional Intelligence Drift
Compare your self-rating from Lesson 1 to today. Which of the 5 EI components (Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, Social Skills) has seen the most growth?
Area of Growth
Evidence of this shift (Specific Example):
Area of Resistance
What is the "blockage" here?
2.2 SMART Goal Integrity Test
Retrieve your Heart Action Plan . Analyze your progress honestly.
Metric
Original Plan
Current Status
Correction Needed?
Specific Action
Time Bound
Reflective Inquiry:
If your goal is failing, is it because of the system (your schedule) or the spirit (your motivation)? Explain.
3.0 System Integration (Synthesis)
Phase B
3.1 Building the Wellness Bridge
Emotional Intelligence doesn't exist in a vacuum. Choose one EI skill you've worked on and explain how it strengthens a specific dimension of your wellness.
A EI Skill
B Wellness Dimension
The Connection Narrative:
Explain how A helps B. Example: "Empathy helps my Social Wellness by reducing conflict in my friend group."
3.2 Designing an Integrated Habit
Design a single daily ritual that supports at least two dimensions of wellness simultaneously while utilizing an EI skill.
The Blueprint
Habit Name
Dimensions Impacted
Time of Day
Protocol (Step-by-Step Instructions)
4.0 Future Roadmap (Extension)
Phase C
Projecting Growth: 180 Days Out
30
Short-term: Habit Consistency
What does success look like in one month? Define one clear indicator.
Portfolio Rubric & Checklist Rubric & Checklist
Masterclass Assessment Tool
Target Unit: VCE VM Unit 1 Outcomes 1 & 2
Note to Student: Use this rubric to self-assess your Balance Portfolio before submission. The Lead Architect (Teacher) will use these criteria to determine your mastery of the content.
Criterion Emerging (0-1) Proficient (2-3) Mastery (4-5) EI & Wellness Synthesis Limited connection between EI skills and wellness dimensions. Surface level reflection. Identifies clear links between specific EI skills and at least one wellness dimension. Reflection is grounded in experience. Sophisticated analysis of how EI skills directly impact multiple wellness dimensions. High-level synthesis. Goal Evaluation Provides a status update without analyzing reasons for success or failure. Honestly assesses SMART goal progress and identifies at least one structural obstacle. Critical evaluation of goal systems. Proposes logical corrections based on self-audit data. Future Extension (Roadmap) Roadmap is vague or lacks specific milestones for 30, 90, and 180 days. Creates a realistic 6-month timeline with distinct milestones related to EI and balance. Visionary roadmap that integrates personal development with vocational or future goals. Milestones are measurable. Presentation & Agency Portfolio is incomplete or messy. Does not meet professional standards. Portfolio is complete, legible, and organized. Demonstrates ownership of learning. Exemplary presentation. "Integrated Habit" is innovative and highly applicable to student life.
Submission Checklist
Foundation Audit (Factor 01-03) complete
Personal Mission Statement drafted
EI Re-assessment vs Lesson 1 documented
SMART Goal Status & Correction logged
Wellness Bridge Connection explained
180-Day Roadmap milestones defined
Final Verification
Student Self-Score
Synthesis Mastery:
1
2
3
4
5
Goal Evaluation:
1
2
3
4
5
Action Plan Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Heart Action Plan
Lesson 2: Assessment & Goal Setting (Double Session)
Learning Objectives
Analyze personal emotional strengths using a competency checklist.
Construct a 5-part SMART goal for emotional development.
Identify and categorize internal/external obstacles to growth.
Draft a "letter of commitment" to sustain intrinsic motivation.
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
25 min
Chunk 1: The Power Audit
Slides 1-3
Recap 5 pillars. Activity: "High Five Check-in" (Partner share). New Activity: "Superpower Spotlight" — students identify one pillar they are proud of and share a specific story of using it.
25 min
Chunk 2: The Mirror Test
Slides 4-5
Direct instruction on honest self-assessment. Activity: 15-minute silent "Deep Dive" with the Heart Goals Tracker checklist.
30 min
Chunk 3: The SMART Workshop
Slides 6-8
Breaking down SMART letters. Activity: "The Goal Doctor" (Group critique). Work Session: Drafting the 5-part goal in the Tracker.
28 min
Chunk 4: Resilience & Commitment
Slides 9-10
Motivation and obstacles. Activity: "The Obstacle Course" lightning brainstorm. Wrap-up: Writing the "Letter to My Future Self".
Facilitation Notes
Circulation
During Chunk 3, circulate heavily. Most students struggle with "Measurable" and "Time-bound". Ask: "How will I know if you did it?"
Vulnerability
Assessment can be heavy. Ensure students know they don't have to share their scores. Focus on the *goal* rather than the *score*.
Resources
Action Plan Slides
Heart Goals Tracker
Action Plan Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Heart Action Plan
VCE VM UNIT 1
Outcome 1: Personal Identity & Skill Development
Study Design Focus
This lesson fulfills the requirement for students to audit personal skills and develop a plan for personal growth . Students analyze internal and external factors that influence their ability to achieve goals, aligning with Area of Study 1 .
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
25 min
Chunk 1: The Personal Skill Audit
Students use the expanded checklist to evaluate EI competencies.VM Depth: Analyzing how these skills translate to vocational settings (e.g., hospitality, trades).
35 min
Chunk 2: Goal Construction & Barrier Analysis
Constructing the SMART goal.VM Depth: Categorizing obstacles into Internal (mindset, habit) and External (time, environment, social pressure).
30 min
Chunk 3: Strategic Planning for Success
Identifying resources and support networks.VM Depth: Determining specific strategies to overcome identified external barriers.
18 min
Chunk 4: Commitment Letter
Finalizing the commitment letter as evidence for their Personal Development Portfolio.
Key Knowledge
Internal/External Factors
Individual traits vs. community/environmental influences.
SMART Methodology
Applied to personal and vocational growth.
Resource Identification
Accessing support for goal attainment.
Heart Goals Tracker Heart Goals Tracker
Diagnostic & Goal Setting (Double Session)
Name:
The Mirror Test: EI Audit
Read each statement and rate yourself from 1 (Needs Work) to 5 (Strong Area). Be honest—this is for you.
Competency Statement 1 2 3 4 5 SA I can name exactly what I'm feeling in the moment.
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Code Key: SA = Self-Awareness | SR = Self-Regulation | M = Motivation | E = Empathy | SS = Social Skills
Workshop: The SMART Blueprint
Choose ONE component of EI that you want to improve. Build your goal below.
My Focus Pillar:
SA
SR
M
E
SS
S Specific Action
Exactly what will you do? (Action verb required!)
M Measurable
How many times/often?
A Achievable
Is this realistic right now?
R Relevant
Does it help your pillar?
T Time-bound
Check-in date?
Resilience & Commitment
The "Why" Factor
What personal benefit will you get from hitting this goal?
The Obstacle Course
What is the #1 thing that will try to stop you? How will you beat it?
Letter to My Future Self
Write a 3-sentence commitment to yourself. Explain why this growth matters and what you promise to do when things get difficult.
Action Plan Slides Heart Action Plan
The Blueprint for Growth
108-Minute Workshop
The Power Audit
Chunk 01
Awareness
Regulation
Motivation
Empathy
Social Skills
Today's Mission:
Go from "I know what it is" to "I know how I grow."
Activity: Superpower Spotlight
We all have one pillar that comes more naturally.
1. Identify Your Pillar
Which of the 5 is your greatest strength?
2. Tell the Story
Share a specific moment from this week where you used it.
Partner Chat
02:00
The Mirror Test
Chunk 02
Honest self-assessment is the gasoline for growth.
"You can't get to where you're going if you don't know where you are."
Assessment Rules:
No one sees your scores but you.
Rate yourself based on ACTION, not intent.
Be brave enough to be honest.
Activity: The Deep Dive
Silent Timer
15:00
Complete the Heart Goals Tracker Checklist.
Circle the ONE area you will build your blueprint around today.
The SMART Workshop
Chunk 03
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Specific
M
Measurable
A
Achievable
R
Relevant
T
Time-bound
Pro-Tip:
Instead of "Be nicer," try "I will say 'thank you' to 3 people every day for a week."
Activity: The Goal Doctor
Sick Goal
"I'm going to stop getting into fights with my brother forever."
Diagnosis Questions:
Is it Specific?
Is it Achievable?
How do we FIX it?
Work Session
Take 15 minutes to draft your SMART goal in your Tracker.
Focus Pillar Check:
Does your action actually help you grow in your chosen area?
Drafting Timer
15:00
Resilience
Chunk 04
Goals die in the "Obstacle Course" of real life.
The #1 Reason Goals Fail:
We don't plan for the moments we are tired, stressed, or distracted.
Skills Audit & Growth Plan VCE VM UNIT 1 Personal Development Skills
Personal Skills Audit & Growth Plan
Outcome 1: Personal Identity & Development
Name:
Section 1: Personal Skills Audit
Evaluate your proficiency in the following Emotional Intelligence (EI) competencies. For each, you must provide a specific example of when you demonstrated this skill in a personal, school, or work context.
EI Competency Rating (1-5) Evidence / Example Self-Management Regulation of emotions under pressure.
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Section 2: Personal Growth Plan
Primary Goal Statement
I will...
Specific Strategies
What exact steps will you take to improve?
Measurement of Success
How will you know the goal is achieved?
Timeline for Achievement
Start Date
Review Date
Resources Required
People, materials, or technology needed.
Section 3: Factor & Barrier Analysis
Personal development is often impacted by external environments and internal mindsets. Identify the potential factors that could influence your plan.
Internal Factors (Personal)
Habits, mindset, past experiences, confidence levels.
Key Barrier:
Mitigation Strategy (How to beat it):
External Factors (Environmental)
Family, peers, workplace culture, time constraints, social media.
Key Barrier:
Mitigation Strategy (How to beat it):
Statement of Commitment
This statement serves as evidence for your Portfolio. Explain why this goal is relevant to your future vocational pathway (e.g., your career or further study) and how it will improve your personal effectiveness.
Student Signature
Date of Plan
Wellness Dimensions Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Wellness Dimensions
Lesson 3: The 4 Types of Health (108 Min Session)
Learning Objectives
Identify and define the four types of health: Physical, Mental/Emotional, Social, and Spiritual.
Analyze the "EI Bridge" — how emotional intelligence supports all dimensions.
Evaluate personal balance across the wellness spectrum.
Develop a "wellness domino" theory to visualize interconnected growth.
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
20 min
Chunk 1: The Health Bridge
Slides 1-2
Review SMART goals. Workshop: "The Flat Tire" — small groups discuss what happens when one health dimension is ignored. Share "domino effect" stories.
30 min
Chunk 2: Internal Health (Physical & Mental)
Slides 3-6
Instruction on body/mind connection. Activity: "The Energy Audit" — students list their top 3 fuel sources (food, sleep, habits) and top 3 energy drains.
30 min
Chunk 3: External Health (Social & Spiritual)
Slides 7-10
Instruction on relationships and purpose. Activity: "The Community Map" — Draw a circle of influence. Who supports you? Who do you support?
28 min
Chunk 4: The Balance Board
Slides 11-12 + Handout
Students map their 4 quadrants. Final Reflection: "The One Change" — identify the single most impactful dimension for their personal EI goal.
Resources
Wellness Slides
Balance Board Worksheet
Connecting the Blueprint
Physical: Stress (EI) impacts sleep.Social: Empathy builds bonds.Spiritual: Awareness aligns values. Wellness Dimensions Slides Wellness Blueprint
The Four Dimensions of Health
108-Minute Workshop
The Health Bridge
Chunk 01
Health isn't just "not being sick." It's a state of complete balance.
"If one wheel on a car is flat, the whole car struggles. Wellness works the same way."
Physical
Mental
Social
Spiritual
Workshop: The Flat Tire
In your groups, discuss: Pick ONE dimension. If that dimension is "flat," how does it ruin the other three?
Example:
"If my Physical health is flat (sick/tired), I'm grumpy with friends (Social) and can't focus on my values (Spiritual)."
Discussion Timer
05:00
Internal Health
Chunk 02
Physical
Fuel, movement, and recovery. The hardware of your life.
Mental/Emotional
Processing thoughts and managing stress. The software of your life.
Activity: Energy Audit
3 Fuel Sources
List 3 things you do that give you MORE physical or mental energy (e.g., 8 hours of sleep, laughing with a friend).
3 Energy Drains
List 3 things you do that drain your energy (e.g., scrolling past midnight, worrying about grades).
External Health
Chunk 03
Social
The quality of your connections and boundaries. Your support network.
Spiritual
Your sense of purpose, values, and meaning. The "Why" behind your life.
Activity: Community Map
In the Social section of your worksheet:
Section A: The Roots
List 3 people who give you support or energy.
Section B: The Branches
List 3 people who you support or help grow.
The EI Bridge
Emotional Intelligence connects everything. When you are self-aware, you make better physical choices, build stronger social bonds, and live with more purpose.
Chunk 04
Balance Board
It’s time to see where you stand. You will map your wellness across all four quadrants.
The Big Reflection:
"Which ONE area is most connected to your Heart Action Plan? Why?"
Balance Board Worksheet Wellness Balance Board
Mapping the Four Dimensions (Double Session)
Name:
The Wellness Quadrant
In each box, list 3-4 things you are currently doing to support that type of health.
Physical Health
Mental/Emotional
Social Health
Spiritual Health
Workshop: Energy Audit
Top 3 Fuel Sources (Energy Gainers)
Top 3 Energy Drains (Energy Takers)
Workshop: Community Map
The Roots (Who supports me?)
The Branches (Who do I support?)
The Wellness Bridge
1. Look at your SMART goal from Lesson 2. Which of the four dimensions will be MOST improved if you reach that goal? Why?
2. The Domino Effect: Describe how an improvement in your SOCIAL health could actually improve your PHYSICAL health. Wellness Dimensions Teacher Guide Teacher Guide: Wellness Dimensions
VCE VM UNIT 1
Outcome 1: Self-Concept & Personal Development
VCE VM Study Design Alignment
This final lesson in the sequence addresses Outcome 1 by exploring how personal identity and self-concept are influenced by holistic wellness. Students analyze the interplay between physical, mental, social, and spiritual health and their impact on vocational readiness and community participation.
Double Session Pacing (108 Minutes)
25 min
Chunk 1: Holistic Identity Analysis
Connecting wellness to identity.VM Depth: Analyzing how cultural background and community connections (Social/Spiritual health) form the basis of one's self-concept.
30 min
Chunk 2: The Energy & Vocational Audit
Audit of Physical and Mental energy drains.VM Depth: Evaluating how low wellness levels create barriers to effective workplace participation and safety.
35 min
Chunk 3: Community & Resource Mapping
Mapping the social dimension.VM Depth: Identifying specific community resources (Outcome 3 link) that support the maintenance of wellness and personal growth.
18 min
Chunk 4: Final Synthesis & Portfolio
Finalizing the 'Wellness Blueprint' as a summary document for the VM Personal Development Portfolio.
Key Knowledge
Health Interconnectedness
How physical, mental, social, and spiritual dimensions rely on one another.
Community Resources
Identifying external support for long-term health.
Impact on Identity
The link between personal well-being and positive self-concept.
The Wellness Blueprint Worksheet VCE VM UNIT 1 Personal Development Skills
The Wellness Blueprint
Outcome 1: Holistic Self-Concept & Community Resources
Name:
Part 1: The Four Dimensions Audit
Identity is shaped by wellness. Analyze your current state across the four dimensions. For each, identify one internal factor (e.g., habit) and one external factor (e.g., peer influence) that impacts you.
Physical & Mental Factors
Internal (e.g., Sleep, Self-Talk):
External (e.g., Access to Gym, School Stress):
Social & Spiritual Factors
Internal (e.g., Personal Values, Confidence):
External (e.g., Cultural Groups, Family Expectation):
Part 2: Vocational Readiness Analysis
VCE VM Outcome 1 requires you to understand how personal development impacts your future work. Answer based on your intended career or general workplace readiness.
The Safety & Performance Link
How does a lack of Mental/Emotional wellness (e.g., high stress, poor regulation) specifically impact safety in a workplace setting?
The Connection Link
Why is Social Wellness (healthy boundaries, positive communication) essential for successful teamwork on a vocational project?
Part 3: Community Resource Mapping
Sustainable wellness requires external support. Identify three specific community resources (local groups, online platforms, professional services) that could support your long-term wellness plan.
Resource 1
Resource Name
Dimension Supported:
How it helps:
Resource 2
Resource Name
Dimension Supported:
How it helps:
Resource 3
Resource Name
Dimension Supported:
How it helps:
Blueprint Synthesis
Final reflection for your Personal Development Portfolio: How does having a balanced wellness blueprint support your ability to achieve the personal growth plan you created in Lesson 2?
