3.0 Learning Objectives

At the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

• Identify the major rights and freedoms listed in the Canadian Charter of Rights & Freedoms.
• Discuss how freedoms differ from rights.
• Discuss examples of misuse and understand how Canadian laws seek to address this.
• Describe circumstances where one may be a victim versus adopting a victim mentality.
• Describe how taking ownership of one’s actions, thoughts, and consequences fosters empowerment, accountability, and progress toward optimal being.
• Contrast proactive behaviours with reactive behaviours.
• Identify and categorize worries or concerns using Covey’s circles.
• Explain the importance of setting specific, measurable, realistic, and time-sensitive goals.