Look Inside Young Adult Road Map

Guiding Star Point One: Set GOAL Activity 5.1
Other things
people who support
me should know about
my strengths:
Young Adult Road Map, page xx
Part Five: Consider Community
A strong personal network includes natural supports. This term means friends, family, neighbors,
or others in the community who provide help without being part of a paid service. Who helps you
right now? Try making a list of people who touch your life right now. Try to list at least one thing you
could count on each person to do if you needed it. A strong personal network can grow when no
one person is asked to do too much.
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See Activity 5.2, My Personal Network
GuidinG StAr Point one: Set Goals
My Personal Network
Examining your strengths is like packing for a journey. Before you set out, it’s a good idea to check your pockets/purse/backpack or the trunk of your
car for any items that might come in handy down the road. Amazing things can happen when your strengths are carefully examined. Page XX in your
guide describes five different kinds of strengths. Being persistent is one kind of strength (called a quality). Having good medical insurance is another
kind of strength (called an asset). Having a support group might be another kind of strength (called a resource.) Read more examples of the five
kinds of strengths on page X of your Guide. Then write down a few words that describe each of your strengths, using the spaces below.
Qualities abilities
Also think about what you like to do. Consider broadening your personal network by trying to get
involved in at least one new community that relates to one of your interests. Look for events that
interest you. Explore a support group, youth council meeting, or drop-in center. Volunteer for one
activity. Don’t rush it. Developing natural supports can take time
for some people. However, keep in mind that donating time
to help others can make you healthier and can make
your personal network stronger.
resources
assets
interests
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