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My Decision Journal

Aim of the Game:
To keep a diary of for a week noting all of the decisions taken in this time.

Learning Objectives:
• To write down the daily decisions made.
• To narrate the situation and the process of decision-making.

Structure:
Individual

Time:
One week

Materials:
A small notebook and pen

Method:
• Provide the format and explain the activity to the Scouts, noting that they will be asked to share their experiences at the end of the week.

The journal format:

Date: Day:

(Describe the situation) Dear Diary...

I decided to...

I did this because...

If I hadn't have taken this decision, the result may have been different and...

Evaluation:
(After a week)
• How do you find the experience of keeping a daily journal?
• What did you discover about yourself and the way you make decisions?
• How do you think you can further improve your decision-making skills?

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