Values

Module 1: Values

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 Topic 01

Unity

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 Unity

Lesson Objectives:
• Recognise and define unity.
• Analyse how unity is manifested in nature, in an organisation, on
the sports field and at home.
• Analyse the benefits of practising unity.
• Derive the factors that work towards upholding unity.
• Derive the factors that work against unity.
• Infer that unity is inherent in himself/herself.
• Simulate the concept of unity.
• Derive ways to imbibe and practice unity in real life.
• Summarise the session.

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 U-USHER

• U – Unity
• U – Understanding
• S – Self-discipline
• H – Honesty
• E – Excellence
• R – Responsibility

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 Session 1 – What Is Unity?

• Work in groups.
• Go through the magazine given to you.
• Identify images that show unity and cut
them out.
• Stick the images on the chart paper and
make a collage.
• One representative from each group must:
– Present the collage.
– Talk about how the collage depicts
unity.
• Duration: 15 Minutes

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Unity...

Unity is the state of people acting as one or as a whole. When a group of

people feel united they can easily fulfil a mission or a common goal.

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How Does Unity Direct the Business and
Growth of TATA companies?

“We must work cohesively with our

colleagues across the group and with
our customers and partners around
the world, building strong
relationships based on tolerance,
understanding and mutual
cooperation.”

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 Session 1 – Key Takeaways

• Unity is the state of people acting as one or as a

whole.

• What might feel impossible or difficult for one person

becomes possible and achievable when people
become united.

• TATA: Unity helps us build strong relationships based

on tolerance, understanding and mutual cooperation.

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Session 2 – How Do I Identify Unity?

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What Do These Images Show?

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Unity in the World Around Us

Unity in the Family Unity Among Friends Unity in Sports

Unity in the Organisation Unity Among Citizens Unity Among Nations

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 Session 2 – Key Takeaways

• Unity exists everywhere. It is the principle that the universe is built on and
individuals are in the centre.

• Unity:
o Gives us a sense of belonging
o Improves our relationships
o Offers security
o Makes tasks easier
o Makes us more effective
o Promotes success
o Makes us feel proud of being part of a team
o Helps us achieve a common goal
o Makes us more courageous

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 Session 3 – What Do I Do to Establish Unity?

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 Factors Towards Disrupting Unity

• Putting yourself before others

• Refusing to cooperate

• Doubting others

• Accusing each other

• Treating others without respect

• Not fulfilling your responsibility

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 Factors Towards Upholding Unity

• Putting others before yourself

• Cooperation

• Trust

• Not blaming others

• Respecting others

• Fulfilling responsibility/commitment
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 Session 3 – Key Takeaways

• Putting yourself before others, refusing to cooperate,

doubting others, accusing each other, treating others without
respect and not fulfilling your responsibility disrupt unity.

• Putting others before yourself, cooperating with others,

trusting others, not blaming others, respecting others and
fulfilling responsibility help uphold unity.

• As an individual unity is integral to us as we cherish the value.

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 Session 4 – Reinforcing Unity

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 Demonstrating Unity

• Work in groups.
• During the activity, do not talk to other
participants.
• Form an outward circle with your group
members.
• Lock your arms and do not let go of them
during the activity.
• Move to a corner as a group without
speaking to each other within 2 minutes.
• Observe groups note down your
observations.
• Duration: 10 Minutes

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 Session 4 – Key Takeaways

• Even though we have our own personal goals, when

we are part of a group we cooperate with each other
and work towards the common goal.
• When we succeed in achieving this common goal we
feel happy. This shows that as individuals, unity is
integral to each of us.

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 Session 5 – Unity in Action

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 Action Plan to Uphold Unity

What will I do to Action plan

uphold and ensure
unity...
With myself

In my family

In my workplace

In my society

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 Session 5 – Key Takeaway

• Follow your action plan to uphold unity in yourself,

your family, your workplace and the society to
achieve excellence.

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 Session 6 – Summary

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Worksheet: How Am I a Different Person Now?

Duration:
5 minutes

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Thank You!

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