DEPARTMENT OF LEADERSHIP

HEADQUARTERS TACTICS GROUP

PHILIPPINE MILITARY ACADEMY

ML122
Self-Awareness Module
Followership
Cadet’s Worksheet

Prepared by:

Ms. Mira Faith R. Hernandez, RSW, RGC

Assistant Course Director- ML122

Approved by:

MAJ ARIEL O DELOS SANTOS PN (M)

Course Director-ML122
Head, Dept. of Leadership

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 Table of Contents
Page

Title . . . . . . . . . 1

Table of Contents . . . . . . . 2

Unit 2: Self-Awareness

Lesson 4: Followership Styles . . . . 3

Lesson 8: Temperaments. . . . . 6

Lesson 9: Communication Styles . . . 10

Lesson 10: Conflict Resolution . . . . 15

Lesson 11: GRIT . . . . . . 18

Lesson 12: Emotional Maturity . . . . 23

Lesson 13: Resiliency Quotient . . . . 28

Module Evaluation . . . . . . 34

Test Inventory for ML122 . . . . 35

Test Inventory for CWO . . . . . 36

Rubrics for the Lesson Activity . . . . 37

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 Unit 1

LESSON 4: FOLLOWERSHIP STYLE

Lesson Objectives:

1. Examine the different followership styles.

2. Identify one’s followership styles.
Discussion Notes:
FIVE FOLLOWERSHIP STYLES
1. Exemplary followership. Exemplary followers are high in both active
engagement and independent critical thinking. Exemplary followers are willing to
challenge leaders by providing alternative solutions if they disagree with the leader
(Kelley, 1992). They proactively support organizational goals and leader decisions
that are congruent with their beliefs (Kelley, 1992).
2. Conformist followership. Conformist followers rank high in active engagement
but are dependent uncritical thinkers (Kelley, 1992). Kelley (2008) referred to
conformist followers as “yes people”. Conformist followers are very active doers
that unquestioningly follow leader directions (Bjugstad et al., 2006; Kelley, 2008).
3. Passive followers are low in active engagement and are dependent uncritical
thinkers (Kelley, 1992). Passive followers are referred to as sheep (Kelly, 2008)
who unquestioningly follow the leader but only after being given constant direction
(Bjugstad et al., 2006). After completing a task, the passive follower typically waits
for direction before beginning the next task (Latour & Rast, 2004).
4. Alienated followership. Alienated followers are highly independent critical
thinkers but are low in engagement (Kelley, 1992). They think for themselves, but
instead of being positive like exemplary followers, who proactively provide
alternative solutions to the leader, alienated followers are negative critical skeptics
(Kelley, 2008). They consider themselves as nonconformists who are willing to
oppose management (Kelley, 2008).
5. Pragmatist followership. Pragmatists have a moderate level of engagement and
moderate level of critical thinking (Kelley, 1992). They are uncommitted and wait
to see where things are going before they take action (Kelley, 2008). Pragmatists
tend to maintain the status quo and wait for crises to pass before taking action
(Kelley, 2008).
References:
1. Sam Young. (2014). Acts of Leadership: exploring leadership issues, thoughts and
ideas. Retrieved from URL: http://www.samyoung.co.nz/2016/02/kelleys-five-
followership-styles.html
2. Valentin Novikov. (2016). Followership and Performance in Acquisition, Research
and Development Organizations Emerging Leadership Journeys, Vol. 9 Iss. 1, pp.
1-33. Regent University School of Business & Leadership. Retrieved from URL
https://www.regent.edu/acad/global/publications/elj/vol9iss1/1ELJ-Novikov.pdf

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 Followership Style Test

Name: ____________________________ Sec&Coy: _________ Date: __________

Instructions: Each statement provides a followership style in response to a leader.
Answer as you actually behaved, not as you think you should. 5=Strongly Agree,
4=Agree, 3=Mixed Feelings, 2= Disagree, 1= Strongly Disagree
____ a. I actively engage in activities and provide my ideas to my groupmates.
____ b. I love to be an observer and wait for things to unfold before I take action.
____ c. I normally don’t participate in the group and I tend to be skeptic of their plans.
____ d. I follow my upperclass without questions.
____ e. I assume responsibility beyond my minimum job requirement and share
information to the squadron.
____ f. I expect my upperclass to provide me with specific tasks and accomplish them
without probe.
____ g. I can easily cope with changes and openly express my own views in dealing with
transitions.
____ h. I am usually the spectator in the team and is not highly committed to the group
task.
____ i. I love working with the squad and obey my upperclass’ direction right away.
____ j. I usually wait for my leader’s command before taking action.
____ k. I distance myself from my leaders and is skeptical of their ideas.
____ l. I don’t like dealing with conflict and I remain loyal to my leader.
____ m.I passively share my ideas and inactively engage with the team.
____ n. I have brilliant ideas but I don’t normally share it to the group.
____ o. I normally don’t have any ideas to share with the group and I am comfortable not
getting actively involved.

Scoring: The 15 statements you’ve answered are listed below under five categories.
Three statements are placed in each category. Write down your answer for each
statement. Calculate the total score of each number.
Conflict Management Style Score Sheet
Style Total
1 a. _____ e. _____ g. _____
2 d. _____ i. _____ l. _____
3 f. _____ j. _____ o. _____
4 c. _____ k. _____ n. _____
5 b. _____ h. _____ m. _____
Interpretation: Your highest score is your dominant followership style.
Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your followership
inclinations.

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FOLLOWERSHIP STYLE
Lesson 4 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! Why is it imperative for a 4th class cadet to have an education about
followership?
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Progress! What are the characteristics that you have to adapt to be an effective
follower?
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 UNIT 2

LESSON 8: TEMPERAMENTS

Lesson Objectives:

1. Identify the four types of temperaments.

2. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each temperament.
3. Describe how temperaments affect our actions and reactions.

Discussion Notes:

The Basic Temperaments:

a. Sanguine- Sanguine is the approachable, warm, light, lively and fun-loving

temperament. Feelings rather than reflective thoughts predominate to form their
decisions. They are always fun to be with as they are full of energy. Sanguines are
outgoing by nature.
b. Choleric- Choleric is quick, active, practical, and strong-willed temperament. They
are often self-sufficient and very independent. They are decisive and opinionated,
finding it easy to make decisions for himself and for others. They love activities
and they can be very hardworking. Difficulties do not frighten them, it motivates
them. They are determined to achieve their goals. Cholerics are extroverts by
nature.
c. Melancholy- Melancholics are referred to as the “dark temperament”. They are
the riches of all temperaments for they are analytical, self-sacrificing, gifted, and
perfectionist. They have a very sensitive emotional nature. They can be moody
too. They are not the type to push themself to people even if they have a desire to
be loved by them. They can also be resentful that is why he is referred to as the
“black temperament. They might entertain revengeful thoughts when hurt badly.
They are dependable, tends to have a higher IQ and is also creative. Melancholics
are prone to be introverts.
d. Phlegmatic- Phlegmatic is the calm, cool, slow, easygoing, well-balanced
temperament. Life for Phlegs is happy yet unexciting. They keep their emotions
under control. Phlegs do not lack for friends because they enjoy people and have
a naturally corny humor that others enjoy. They are usually kind hearted and
sympathetic but rarely expresses their true feelings. They may be lazy, but when
called to action, you will be surprised that they are competent and efficient. Phlegs
are prone to be introverts.

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 TEMPERAMENT Sanguine Choleric Melancholic Phlegmatic
Personality Introvert Extrovert Introvert Extrovert
Traits
Strengths Enjoying, Strong- Sensitive, Witty,
Optimistic, Willed, Perfectionist, Dependable
Friendly and Practical, Faithful and
Compassionate Leader and Friend and Efficient
Optimistic Sacrificing
Weaknesses Restless, Weak- Hot- Self- Slow & Lazy,
Willed, tempered, centered, Selfish,
Egotistical and Cruel, Pessimistic, Stubborn and
Emotionally Impetuous, Moody and Indecisive
Unstable Self-Sufficient Revengeful

References:
1. LaHaye, Tim F. (2010). Spirit-Controlled Temperament. OMF Literature, p.1-3.
2. Patton, R.S. (2020). Temperament, Heredity and Genes. Khan Academy.
Retrieved from URL https://www.khanacademy.org/test-
prep/mcat/behavior/behavior-and-genetics/v/temperment-heredity-genes
3. Rettew, D.C. (March 18, 2015). Child Temperament: How We Start to Become
Ourselves. Tedx Talks. Retrieved from URL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2SxoBj3daM
4. Kiddle. (2021). Four Temperament Facts for Kids. Kids Encyclopedia Facts.
Retrieved from URL:
https://kids.kiddle.co/Four_temperaments#:~:text=Four%20temperaments%20is
%20a%20theory,choleric%2C%20melancholy%2C%20and%20phlegmatic.
5. Liebson, P. (2009). Philosophy and Science and Medicine Series-II, Galen vs.
Hippocrates. Hektoen International, A Journal of Medicinal Humanities. Retrieved
from URL: https://hekint.org/2017/01/22/philosophy-of-science-and-medicine-
series-ii-galen-vs-hippocrates/

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 TEMPERAMENT TEST

Name: _______________________________________________ Section: _________________________ Coy: ___________________ Date taken: ______________________

Instruction: Choose the number that best describes you. 5-=Always observed, 4=Mostly observed, 3= Sometimes observed, 2= Rarely observed, 1= Least likely observed
Be honest with your answers to be able to generate the right results.
_____ positive thinker _____ silent _____ sacrificing ____ emotional

_____ purposeful _____ negative thinker _____ sensitive ____ difficulty w/ resolutions

_____ confident _____ introvert _____ self- absorb ____ sympathetic

_____ lobbyist _____ passive _____ easily offended ____ sociable

_____ dominant _____ indecisive _____ loyal friend ____ easily dismayed

_____ aggressive _____ slow and lazy _____ self- sacrificing ____ lacks discipline

_____ leader _____ easy going _____ prefers not to be in the spotlight ____ lacks confidence

_____ single-mindedness _____ calm and cool _____ distrustful ____ talkative

_____ determined _____ efficient _____ contemplative ____ entertaining

_____ hot-tempered _____ responsible _____ perfectionist ____ friendly

_____ indifferent _____ witty, dry humor _____ resents ____ restless

_____ insensitive _____ loves to tease _____ creative ____ tactless

_____ unwavering _____ selfish _____ moody ____ lives in present

_____ knows what he/she wants _____ orderly _____ critical ____ egoistic

_____ sarcastic _____ ungenerous _____ indecisive ____ impulsive

_____ practical _____ dependable _____ pessimistic ____ enjoying

_____ outgoing ____ observant _____ idealistic ____ optimistic

_____ independent ____ works well under pressure _____ reserved ____ outgoing

Dominant Temperament: __________________________________________________ Secondary Temperament: _______________________________________________

Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your personality style.

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TEMPERAMENTS
Lesson 8 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! What surprised you the most about this topic?

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Process! What are your realizations about your personality traits?

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Progress! What do you plan to do about your temperament test results?

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 LESSON 9: COMMUNICATION STYLES
Lesson Objectives:

1. Find out one’s communication style.

2. Learn about communication styles.
3. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of each communication styles.

Discussion Notes:

Six Types of Communicators

1. Reflective
Communication is used to bond and connect with others. Usually soft spoken,
not intimidating, sensitive, understanding and is relational. They value
relationships and only tell you what you want to hear.

2. Magistrate
A natural leader. A magistrate communicates by analyzing the topics and
issues being presented by identifying the main points and explains it effectively.
He upholds honest exchange of conversation. A magistrate communicator tend
to lead the conversations with a prepared script (in mind or at hand) and are
usually direct and persuasive. They are good public speakers but not in a one
on one conversation.

3. Noble
They say what they think without hesitations. They are strait to the point and
mean business. They are not relational and is often goal oriented. They are
focused, assertive, and credible.

4. Candidate
A candidate is a diplomatic type of person who takes time to sit and listen as
they wish to consider everyone. They use communication to end conflicts. They
are story tellers who are usually charming, soft-spoken, friendly, and knows
how to make people comfortable around them.

5. Socratic
These communicators loves to ask questions. They are good at problem solving
and persuading others through illustrations and examples. They try to find
logical solutions to all kinds of problems. They enjoy long debates. They often
speak with authority and appears to be a lecturer to the people they are talking
to. They are detailed, thorough, credible and well-informed. People usually
value their opinions.

6. Senator
They use communication as a tool in achieving their goals at work and at home.
They spend a lot of thinking before they speak and consider all aspects of the
situation. For them communication is a method for success. They are a
strategist who is both insightful and social.

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References:

1. McCallister, Linda, 1992, I Wish I’d Said That!”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. p. 64-66,
p. 90-92, p 118-119, p.297-301
2. Effective Communication 6 Surprising Facts You Should Know, (May 29, 2018),
SlideShare
3. Bonander, Sarah. (N.D.).There are 6 Types of Communicators. Which one are
you? Retrieved from URL: https://www.lifehack.org/490680/there-are-6-types-of-
communicators-which-one-are-you
4. WordPress.Com. (N.D.). Communication Skills: How Well Do You
Communicate?”. Retrieved from URL:
https://howtobeagoodcommunicator.wordpress.com/magistrate-communicators/

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 Communication Style Test

Name: ____________________________ Sec&Coy: _________ Date: __________

Instructions: As you read each statement that follows, think of the way you actually
communicate, not about what you should do or wish you would do. If the statement
describes the way you communicate most of the time, mark an “A”. If the statement
does not describe the way you communicate most of the time, mark a “B”. You must
mark either an A or a B for each statement.
_____ 1. I am a direct and spontaneous when I talk.
_____ 2. I give my opinion on issues openly.
_____ 3. I am not comfortable telling others about my personal feelings.
_____ 4. I am assertive in my points when I know I am right.
_____ 5. There is a right and a wrong way to do things that makes me say a lot of
“you should do” statements.
_____ 6. I enjoy discussing abstract or philosophical concepts.
_____ 7. I like asking questions to draw a logical conclusion.
_____ 8. I view arguments as a beneficial activity to explain better and to understand
ideas.
_____ 9. I enjoy debating with friends and discussing different issues.
_____ 10. I enjoy trying to persuade another person by asking series of questions to
persuade him/her to accept a position or conclusion that I support.
_____ 11. I am willing to sit and listen to another person, but I am not comfortable to
give advice.
_____ 12. Other people tend to interrupt me when I am speaking and I just allow it to
avoid misunderstanding.
_____ 13. Other people tend to tell me their problems.
_____ 14. I often feel frustrated for not being able to express my position but
relationship is more important to me.
_____ 15. I will withhold my opinion if I feel expressing it will generate conflict.
_____ 16. I enjoy analyzing all of the various aspects and details in a given situation.
_____ 17. I may not be very good at team member since I love to always take over.
_____ 18. I say what I think, and expect the other person to share his/her honest
thoughts as well.
_____ 19. I like to lead the conversations.
_____ 20. I am a strong communicator who is usually direct and persuasive.
_____ 21. People tend to like me immediately.
_____ 22. I always attempt to listen and understand the people that I am
communicating with.
_____ 23. People find me soft-spoken and calm.
_____ 24. I prefer to consider everyone’s opinion.
_____ 25. I am very open about myself and I expect people to do the same.
_____ 26. I like to reflect on things for a while before making a final decision.
_____ 27. I consider all angles of a situation by researching about it.
_____ 28. I use communication as a means to achieve my goals.
_____ 29. I resent people who disagrees with me.
_____ 30. Communication is an effective tool and I use it wisely to attain my gaols.

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Scoring:
Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 1-5.
This is your Noble score.
Total number of Noble points. _____

Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 6-10.

This is your Socratic score.
Total number of Socratic points. _____

Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 11-15.

This is your Reflective score.
Total number of Reflective points. _____

Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 16-20.

This is your Magistrate score.
Total number of Magistrate points. _____

Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 21-25.

This is your Candidate score.
Total number of Candidate points. _____

Give yourself 1 point for each A on items 26-30.

This is your Senator score.
Total number of Senator points. _____

Interpretation:

Don’t be surprised if you have the same highest or lowest scores. Your highest score/s
is your dominant-style of communication. It is the style that you use most of the time.
The higher the score is, the higher is the degree of use. Your second highest score/s
is your backup style, and the lowest score/s is the communication style that you
seldom use.

Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your conflict
management style/s.

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Lesson 9 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! What have you learned about your own communication style?
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Process! What made you enthusiastic about the discussion?

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Progress! What are the steps that you will take in order to improve your weaknesses
as a communicator?
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 LESSON 10: CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Lesson Objectives:

1. Raise awareness on the different conflict resolution styles.

2. Cultivate interpersonal conflict resolution skill.

Discussion Notes:

CONFLICT RESOLUTION STYLES

1. COMPETING STYLE- meeting one’s needs in the situation, less regard for the
needs of other, using aggressive communication and little listening.
(WIN/LOSE) Eldest
2. ACCOMMODATING STYLE- yielding to the needs of the other person, or
group, feeling one is not important in the situation. Submissive communication
does not allow others to be aware of your concerns. (LOSE/WIN) Second
Brother
3. COMPROMISING STYLE-one asserts one’s position and willing to trade off
possible solutions through negotiation with the other party. Communication is
assertive, respectful, but limited in presenting positions. (WIN SOME/ LOSE
SOME) Middle Child
4. AVOIDING STYLE-avoiding bringing possible differences, often denying that
the conflict exists. The issues fester unresolved. (LOSE/LOSE) Fourth Brother
5. COLLABORATING STYLE- asserting one’s needs and interests clearly and
specifically while hearing and respecting those of the other person. Consider
others point of view and maximize relationships as well as resolving issue.
(WIN/WIN) Youngest
References:
1. HelpGuide. (October 2020). Conflict Resolution Skills. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/conflict-
resolution-skills.htm
2. Bernardo, A.B.I et al. (2008). Personal Effectiveness Foundation 1 Course
Module. College of Education Counseling and Educational Psychology
Department. De La Salle University.
3. Walden News. (May 30, 2017). What’s Your Conflict Management Style.
Retrieved from URL: https://www.waldenu.edu/news-and-events/walden-
news/2017/0530-whats-your-conflict-management-style
4. University of Notre Dame. (October 7, 2020). The Five Styles of Conflict
Resolution. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.notredameonline.com/resources/negotiations/the-five-styles-
of-conflict-resolution/

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 Conflict Resolution Style Test

Name: ____________________________ Sec&Coy: _________ Date: __________

Instructions: Each statement provides a possible strategy for dealing with conflict.
Answer as you actually behaved, not as you think you should. 1=Always, 2=Very often,
3=Sometimes, 4= Not very often, 5= Rarely
____ a. I argue my point to emphasize the merits of my opinion.
____ b. I am open for negotiation.
____ c. I try to meet the expectations of my family, upperclass and mistah.
____ d. I seek to examine the issues from both sides in order to find mutually beneficial
solutions.
____ e. I am always firm in defending my point.
____ f. I set aside conflicts by keeping issues to myself.
____ g. I actively promote my resolutions to problems.
____ h. I usually compromise in order to reach agreements.
____ i. I share important information with others so that problems can be equally solved.
____ j. I avoid communicating my differences with others.
____ k. I accommodate the requests of my mistah.
____ l. I listen to everyone's concerns in order to resolve differences in the best way
possible.
____ m.I put forward middle positions in effort to breakdown disputes.
____ n. I am open to the recommendations of my mistah.
____ o. I avoid animosity by keeping disagreements with others to myself.

Scoring: The 15 statements you’ve answered are listed below under five categories.
Three statements are placed in each category. Write down your answer for each
statement. Calculate the total score of each number.
Conflict Management Style Score Sheet
Style Total
1 a. _____ e. _____ g. _____
2 d. _____ i. _____ l. _____
3 f. _____ j. _____ o. _____
4 c. _____ k. _____ n. _____
5 b. _____ h. _____ m. _____
Interpretation: Your dominant style is your lowest score and your back-up style is your
second lowest score.
Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your conflict
management style/s.

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Lesson 10 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! Why do you think people have different conflict resolution styles?
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Progress! How are you going to make use of your test results?
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 LESSON 11: GRIT

Lesson Objectives:

1. Define GRIT.
2. Measure the grittiness of the 4th class cadets.
3. Identify the five characteristics of GRIT.

Discussion Notes:
Courage
We might think of courage as a strong physical stance and well-built muscles, but courage
is not a display of physical strength. It is an internal quality the lies within us. Courageous
people have the ability to conquer their obstacles. They have the guts to stay strong in
the midst of trials, they are not ashamed to ask for help, they have the strength to ask for
forgiveness and the gift to forgive others and move on. Courage is an inner resource for
overcoming life’s challenges, not the absence of fear but the triumph over it.

Conscientiousness
Conscientiousness is a fundamental personality trait. It is a thorough, careful, meticulous,
and diligent personality type. Conscientious individuals value quality and excellent work.
They are dedicated, efficient and organized. They also have strong moral principles, high
standards and clear life values. They usually stick to their convictions and opinions. And
they tend to be perfectionists, and prefers to do things properly.

Perseverance
Essentially, to persevere means to be persistent into doing something no matter how
difficult it is. It is a steadfast pursuit of task, mission or journey over an extended period
of time despite all the complications, problems and challenges. It is being able to endure
by finding meaning and value for long-term efforts, which helps cultivate drive and
sustainability.

Resilience
In one word, resilience is defined as “toughness”. The capacity to bounce back no matter
what life throws at you. If you throw them lemons, they make lemonades. Optimistic
individuals show greater resilience. They approach life with a sense of humor, they know
how to make jokes and to laugh at their own mistakes. They are full of hope even in
difficulties and they avoid comparing themselves to others. They see difficulties as
opportunities for self-reflection and transformation.

Passion
Passion is usually driven by a strong desire with a deep sense of purpose. These people
are motivated by their goals and are result-oriented. Sometimes passion observe no
boundaries. Healthy passion establishes clear boundaries. Passionate people with a
healthy sense of passion takes responsibility for their actions.

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References:
1. The South African College of Applied Psychology. (2021). What is Grit? These are
the five characteristics. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.sacap.edu.za/blog/applied-psychology/what-is-grit/
2. Duckworth, A.L, & Quinn, P.D. (2009). Development and Validation of the Short
Grit Scale (GritS). Journal of Personality Assessment, 91, 166-174. Retrieved from
URL:
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~duckwort/images/Duckworth%20and%20Quinn.pdf
3. Duckworth, A.L., Peterson, C., Matthews, M.D., & Kelly, D.R. (2007). Grit:
Perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Journal of Personality and Social
Psychology, 9, 1087-1101.
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~duckwort/images/Grit%20JPSP.pdf

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 Name: ______________________________ Section: ____________________
Coy: _____________________________ Date Taken: ___________________

Grit Test

Instructions: Please respond to the following items honestly. Check the description
that best fits you. There are no wrong answers.

1. New projects distract me from previous one. *

o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
2. Stumbling blocks don’t discourage me.
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
3. I am passionate with a new idea but later on lost interest if I find a better one.*
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
4. I am an efficient worker.
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
5. I don’t often express my opinions even if it is against my values and
convictions.*
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
6. I have difficulty enduring on a task that everyone has given up.*
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all

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 7. I recover and overcome from challenges fast.
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
8. I pursue a goal that I really like.
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
9. I finish whatever I begin.
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all
10. I am afraid of overcoming my fears*
o Very much like me
o Mostly like me
o Somewhat like me
o Not much like me
o Not like me at all

Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your level of GRIT.
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Scoring: Add up all the points and divide by 10. The maximum score on this scale is 5
(extremely gritty), and the lowest score on this scale is 1 (not at all gritty).

1. For questions 2,4,7,8 and 9 assign the following points:

5= Very much like me
4= Mostly like me
3=Somewhat like me
2=Not much like me
1=Not like me at all

2. For questions 1,3,5, 6 and 10 assign the following points:*

1= Very much like me
2= Mostly like me
3= Somewhat like me
4= Not much like me
5= Not like me at all

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GRIT
Lesson 11 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! Being a plebe in PMA is not easy. What help did you get from this topic?
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Process! As a 4th class cadet, what positives can you take away from the five
characteristics of grit?
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Progress! What are you going to do now considering you test score on grit?

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 LESSON 12: EMOTIONAL MATURITY

Lesson Objectives:

1. Describe the characteristics of an emotionally mature person.

2. Identify ways of achieving emotional maturity.
Discussion Notes:
Seven Ways to Raise Your Emotional Maturity

1. Identify, recognize and understand your emotions. – Emotionally mature

individuals know what their triggers are and can label their emotions effectively.
They also devised ways on how to soothe themselves when triggers come their
way.

2. Know the right timing to express oneself – Make sure you are not tired,
hungry, emotional or not feeling well when you bring something up. Find a
suitable place too for a private conversation.

3. Learn to empathize- Always try to treat others the way they want to be treated,
that is with respect and concern. An emotionally mature person is sensitive of
one’s needs and others.

4. Communicate constructively- Clearly communicate your thoughts and

emotions in the most understanding and gentle way.
5. Be comfortable being alone- Emotionally mature people are not clingy and
totally dependent on others. They don’t feel depress or lonely when alone.

6. Take care of yourself- An emotionally mature person knows how to treat oneself
properly. They are aware on how their emotions affect their body and they know
when is the right time for self-care. They celebrate little victories and reward
themselves for hard work.

7. Accept your mistakes- Emotionally mature individuals are aware that they are
not perfect. They have the courage to ask for forgiveness when wrong and they
forgive themselves too.

References:

1. William, S., & Johnson, N. (2019), p.23. The Self-Driven Child. Penguin Books:
USA
2. Rigonan, M. F., & Tupas, A. M. (2007). p 34-39, Personality Development 1.
Brokenshire College
3. WebMD. (2020). What is Emotional Maturity. Retrieved from
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-a-emotional-immaturity

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4. Premier Health. (February 5, 2017). Beware High Levels of Cortisol, the Stress
Hormone. Retrieved from https://www.premierhealth.com/your-
health/articles/women-wisdom-wellness-/beware-high-levels-of-cortisol-the-
stress-hormone
5. Gunel, S. (February 22, 2021). The 7 Habits of Emotionally Mature People.
Retrieved from URL: https://medium.com/personal-growth/7-things-emotionally-
mature-people-do-3e96f9bd9ea3
6. Estrada, J. (October 16, 2019). 9 Steps for Raising Your emotional Maturity Level
and Taking Stress in Stride. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.wellandgood.com/emotional-maturity/

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 Emotional Maturity Test
Name: ____________________________ Sec&Coy: __________ Date: __________
Instructions: The following statements are about handling one’s emotions. Answer as
you actually are, not as you think you should to be able to get a genuine assessment of
one’s emotional maturity.

Yes Sometimes No

1. I can explain myself in a

constructive way.
2. I get easily offended by the
criticisms of others and I usually
take it personally.
3. I accept my mistake and ask for
forgiveness when I am wrong.
4. I honestly gossip about the
persons I do not like.
5. I enter into a relationship not only
to satisfy my own needs but to
satisfy the needs of the other as
well.
6. I easily get jealous of other
people’s achievement.
7. I believe in the inherent worth
and dignity of every person and I
respect everyone regardless of
background and status.
8. I complain right away when I am
do not feel comfortable of the
situation.
9. I do not have trouble beginning a
conversation with someone I just
met or speaking in public.
10. I tend blame others when things
go wrong.
11. When someone hurts my
feelings, I take time to reflect
about it and talk to the person
involve constructively.
12. I can be impulsive in my
decisions.
13. I enjoy being with others and I am
sensitive of their needs.

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 14. I sulk when my family and friends
forget about my birthday.
15. I am flexible and can easily adapt
to changes.
16. I am not as trusting as other
people.
17. My family and friends see me as
a patient person.
18. My close friends and family
always tell me that I am a moody
person.
19. I am able to put other’s interest
before me.
20. I am quick tempered and get
annoyed easily.
Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your level of emotional
maturity.

Scoring:
Statements 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17,19 should have been answered by YES. The
remainder of the statements should have been answered by NO. Give one point for each
correct answer. Give yourself one-half (.5) for answering sometimes. If your score is zero
to seven, it indicates that you need to work on managing your emotions. If your score is
between eight to fourteen your emotional maturity is average, you still need to improve in
some areas. Examine your weak points, those statements that were answered wrong or
sometimes and ask yourself why you behave as you do. Try to reflect the roots of your
behavior. And if your score is fifteen to twenty, congratulations, your emotional maturity
is high.

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EMOTIONAL MATURITY
Lesson 12 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! Why does this lesson matter to you as a 4th class cadet?
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Process! What new questions do you have about yourself?

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Progress! How is developing emotional maturity vital to you?

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 LESSON 13: RESILIENCY QUOTIENT

Lesson Objectives:

1. Examine the importance of resiliency.

2. Assess one’s resiliency quotient.
Discussion Notes:

Tips To Improve Resilience

Supportive Relationships. Build your connections. Invest time and resources with
your family and friends who care about you. Join a group or a community that you share
the same value with. A sense of connectedness can sustain you in dark times (Dr.
Creagan).

Positive Mindset. Use humor and laughter. Humor is an effective coping mechanism.
Learn to find humor in your situation. Remain hopeful and optimistic despite all the
challenges. Don’t live in the past since you can no longer change it. Instead, be
optimistic about the future and do not give up hope.

Purpose and Fulfillment. Do something everyday that will give you a sense of meaning
and accomplishment. Strive to achieve tasks that you find relevant.

Managing Problems. If there are problems that you need to face, take action, don’t
ignore them. Figure out what should be done, plan about it and resolve it head-on. Trust
yourself that you can make sound decisions and solve problems.
Managing Emotions. Take control of your emotions, do not allow your emotions to get
the best of you. Recognize what you are feeling and find helpful ways of releasing your
negative emotions from your system. You can practice mindful breathing exercises,
mediation and butterfly hugs.

Managing Physiology. Take care of yourself. Learn to listen to your body. Rest when
you are tired, get plenty of sleep, exercise regularly and eat the right food. Visit your
doctor when needed and take your daily vitamins.

Becoming resilient is a skill. Practice building on the above-mentioned areas and as you
train yourself to be a resilient individual you will find that you are truly an OVERCOMER.
Be reminded of these lesson as you will surely find it helpful at some point of your life. If
you feel like you are not making any progress, please don’t hesitate to seek professional
help from the Cadet Welfare Office.

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References:
1. Leslie Riopel. (Feb. 11, 2021). Resilience Skills, Factors and Strategies of the
Resilient Person. Retrieved from URL: https://positivepsychology.com/resilience-
skills/
2. MindTools. (N.D.). How Resilient Are You. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/resilience-quiz.htm
3. American Psychological Association. (2012). Building Your Resilience. Retrieved
from URL: https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience
4. Mayo Clinic. (October 27, 2020). Resilience: Build Skills to Endure Hardship. Mayo
Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Retrieved from URL:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/resilience-training/in-
depth/resilience/art-20046311

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 Resilience Quotient Test

Name: ____________________________ Sec&Coy: __________ Date: __________

How well do we cope with inevitable changes? Check your Resilience Quotient with this
test. The six categories of resilience identified in the Resilience Quotient Inventory has
been considered in creating this assessment tool to determine your level of resilience.
As you take this test, think of the things that affected you from the last 12 months. This
will provide you a general idea of how resilient you are.

Instructions: Please evaluate each statement as you actually are. Be honest with your
answers. Put a check on the column that best describes you. After answering, calculate
and tally your scores. Indicate your overall score on the space provided.
Not at all Rarely Sometimes Often Very often

1. I find meaning in what I am

doing as a cadet.
2. I am optimistic that I will be
able to overcome the obstacles I am
facing.

3. I have trusted set of friends.

4. I find sound solutions to my

problems.
5. I am able to manage my
physiological responses to stress
appropriately.

6. I can laugh at my mistakes.

7. I can identify what I am

feeling.

8. I see problems as an
opportunity for growth.
9. I have achieved many things
in the past months despite all the
challenges that I have to take as a
plebe.
10. I feel relevant as I perform
my duties and functions.
11. I know of ways to reduce my
stress and tensions.

12. I accept my fault and try to

make things better.

13. I have a good relationship

with my parents and siblings.

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 14. I try to examine and address
the underlying issues of my
problems.
15. I am able to accomplish my
tasks successfully.

16. I have regular exercise and

good sleeping habits.
17. I am aware of how my body
responds to stress and I successfully
developed techniques to confront
stressors properly.

18. I forgive easily and move on.

19. I regulate my negative

emotions effectively because I have
high self-control.
20. I neither gain nor lose weight
when confronted with adversities.

21. I don’t give up easily.

22. My mistahs are always

cooperative and helpful.

23. I acknowledge my emotions

and is able to express myself.

24. My upperclass are

supportive of me.

Total Score per Scale:

Note: This assessment tool has not been validated and is intended for illustrative
purposes only. This tool aspires to help you assess and evaluate your resielincy abilities.
Overall Total Score: ____________________________________________________

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Scoring and Explanation:
For Scoring: Please assign the following points: 1 point for “Not at all”, 2 points for
“Rarely”, 3 points for “Sometimes”, 4 points for “Often” and 5 points for “Very often”.
Six Categories of Description Item
Resilience Number
Purpose and Our sense of purpose provides meaning to our 1, 9, 10, 15
Fulfillment existence which allows us to give essence to
our experiences and learn that hardships are
natural occurrence in life. Overcoming these
inevitable challenges provides a sense of
fulfillment in one’s being and achievement of
one’s goal.
Positive Mindsets Our thoughts are a powerful component of how 2, 6, 12, 18
we perceive our experiences. Being able to
focus on our strengths and being aware of the
opportunities that lies ahead is helpful in
overcoming setbacks.
Supportive Having strong social connection provides a 3, 13, 22, 24
Relationships more supportive and cooperative relationship. A
good social support system help boosts
confidence and motivation to succeed in life
despite all the hardships and challenges.
Managing Problems Problems are unavoidable. What matters is 4, 8, 14, 21
having the ability to solve the problems
effectively, not avoiding important issues and
not easily giving up no matter how hard the
situation might get.
Managing Emotions Identifying one’s feeling is essential in 7, 11, 19, 23
constructively handling positive and negative
emotions. Being able to express it properly
gives a sense of release which is helpful to
one’s wellbeing. Having the ability to overcome
emotions is important to stay focused on the
goal.
Managing Physiology Having a sense of awareness in what is going 5, 16, 17, 20
on in the body in the time of stress or crisis is
essential. Being able to maintain a healthy diet,
regular exercise, good sleeping routine and
mindful breathing techniques are effective ways
in taking good care of our physiology.

Note: Please ask your intructor for the explanation of the overall score.

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Lesson 13 Activity

Name: _____________________________ Section: __________ Date: _________

Indicate Test Result: __________________________________________________

Pause! How did you feel about your test result?

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Process! What resiliency skills do you intend to develop?

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Progress! In what ways will this lesson be beneficial to you in your stay here in PMA?
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Evaluation tool for the Self-Awareness Module
(Followership Styles, Temperaments, Communication Styles, Conflict Management
Style, GRIT, Emotional Maturity and Resiliency)

1. What topic was the most helpful in your self-awareness module?

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2. Is the self-awareness module effective in helping you gain understanding of oneself?

Why or why not?
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3. What suggestion do you have for improving the Self-awareness Module on

Followership?
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Cadet’s Self-Awareness Test Inventory for ML122 Instructor

Name: _______________________________Sec & Coy: ________Age: ________

Test Date Taken Score Interpretation Personal

Comments
1. Followership
Style Test
2. Temperament
Test
3. Communication
Style Test

4. Conflict
Management
Style Test

5. GRIT Test

6. Emotional
Maturity Test

7. Resiliency
Quotient Test

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Cadet’s Signature

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Cadet’s Self-Awareness Test Inventory for CWO

Name: _______________________________Sec & Coy: ________Age: ________

Test Date Taken Score Interpretation Personal

Comments
1. Followership
Style Test
2. Temperament
Test
3. Communication
Style Test

4. Conflict
Management
Style Test

5. GRIT Test

6. Emotional
Maturity Test

7. Resiliency
Quotient Test

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Cadet’s Signature

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 Rubrics for Lesson Activity
Focus Content Organization Style Conventions
Personal, The ideas Use of Use and choice Grammar,
specific and expresses complete of words and spelling, and
focus on the facts, examples thought in the sentence sentence
topic. and personal sentence. structure that formation.
experiences. create the tone
of the message.

Scoring
SCORING Focus Content Organization Style Conventions
9-10 Very sharp Very sensible Sophisticated Accurate Excellent
and with and provides arrangement use and grammar,
personal accurate of thought in choice of spelling, and
and specific facts, the sentence. words and sentence
answer examples excellent formation.
about the and personal sentence
inquiry experiences. structure.
7-8 Reasonably Practical and Reasonable Decent use Very good
sharp with provides arrangement and choice grammar,
personal facts, of thought in of words spelling, and
and specific examples the sentence. and with sentence
answer and personal very good formation.
about the experiences. sentence
inquiry structure.
4-6 No apparent Not quite Arrangement Use and Good
point but substantial of thought in choice of grammar,
with but provides the sentence words is not spelling, and
personal facts, construction is well thought sentence
and specific examples vague. of and formation.
example. and personal sentence
experiences structure is
not
complete.
0-3 Minimal Superficial Insufficient Inadequate Poor
evidence of and minimal expression of choice of grammar,
the topic. content. thought in the words and spelling, and
sentence with bad sentence
construction. sentence formation.
structure.

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