This document discusses respecting individual differences within families. It provides three situations involving individual differences between family members and questions to consider how to respectfully manage those differences. The document emphasizes that while people differ in personality, abilities, interests and views, acknowledging and accepting differences is important for strengthening family relationships. It suggests communicating frequently, asking questions instead of making assumptions, making adjustments when needed, doing responsibilities, understanding and accepting others, and considering what is good for the whole family.

1. We Are Different
But One
HOEROOM GUIDANCE - Module 6

2. INTRODUCTION
We are all unique, but we also have similarities. It
is important that we are aware of our personal
characteristics most especially those that can help
us establish good relationships. Individual
differences are already a given fact and the best
way to deal with it is acceptance and respect. As
we live in this new normal, it is necessary to gain
insights about our behaviors that promote respect
for individual differences especially within our
family. Such insight will promote healthy
relationships and responsible family members.

3. SITUATION How will you respond to show
respect for individual differences in
your family?
What could be the
result of your
action?
1. Your sibling is answering the school modules when you realized that it was
already time to wash the dishes. Last time when it was your turn, you stopped
doing your school work and did household chores.
2. Your parents promised that they will buy a new mobile phone for you.
However, because of the pandemic, they decided to buy a personal computer
that you can share with your other siblings instead.
3. Your siblings like to watch their favorite TV show while you are studying. You try to explain to them that you
cannot concentrate if they would turn on the television but they insist on watching.
Copy the table on a clean sheet of paper. Answer
the questions in each column.
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4. GUIDE QUESTIONS
1. What individual differences can you see in
the given situations?
2. Based on your answers, were you able to
manage your individual differences well?
Why do you say so?

5. KEEP IN MIND!
Every individual differs based on temperament,
personality, abilities, interests, and even views,
perceptions and beliefs about themselves, others,
and the world. However, no matter how different we
are from one another, it is still important that we
must acknowledge these differences so we can
better relate with others.

6. Respecting individual differences is an important
aspect in strengthening family relationships.
Members of the family possess differences which
need to be known to each members and be
accepted by one another in order to have a more
harmonious and healthy family relationship.

7. Here are some ways on how you can show respect
for individual differences within the family:
Frequent communication
Ask questions if there are clarifications and avoid
making assumptions
Make some adjustments if necessary
Involve yourself by doing your responsibilities
Learn to understand and accept other’s
differences (strengths and weaknesses)
Yearn for what is good for all members of the
famil

8. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
AND FEELINGS
Suggest 3 to 5 ways to strengthen your relationship
with your family. Write your answers on a one whole
sheet of paper.

9. Thank You!