CBSE Textbook: Self-Management Skills | Artificial Intelligence for Class 10 PDF Download

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Unit
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IntroductIon Self-management, also referred to as ‘self-control,’ 
is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts and 
behaviour effectively in different situations. This also 
includes motivating oneself, and setting goals. People 
with strong self-management skills are better in doing 
certain things better than others. 
Therefore, employers too strongly prefer 
people with good self-management skills.
Basics of Self-management
To perform well at work and life in 
general, you must be able to manage 
and improve yourself in various skills 
including discipline and timeliness, 
goal-setting, problem solving, teamwork, 
professionalism, etc. Once you develop 
your personality and abilities in these 
areas,you will be able to succeed in 
personal as well as professional life.
Self-management 
Skills
Figure 2.1 Self-management
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Unit
Unit
2
IntroductIon Self-management, also referred to as ‘self-control,’ 
is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts and 
behaviour effectively in different situations. This also 
includes motivating oneself, and setting goals. People 
with strong self-management skills are better in doing 
certain things better than others. 
Therefore, employers too strongly prefer 
people with good self-management skills.
Basics of Self-management
To perform well at work and life in 
general, you must be able to manage 
and improve yourself in various skills 
including discipline and timeliness, 
goal-setting, problem solving, teamwork, 
professionalism, etc. Once you develop 
your personality and abilities in these 
areas,you will be able to succeed in 
personal as well as professional life.
Self-management 
Skills
Figure 2.1 Self-management
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Following are some of the skills you must master to 
succeed in life:
•	 Self-awareness: Ask for honest feedback. Gather 
insights 	 on 	 your 	 personality	 and	 work-specific 	
proficiencies. 	 Think 	 about	 your 	 daily	 interactions 	
and how you handled situations well or could 
have handled them differently.
•	 Responsibility: 	 Taking	 responsibility 	 for 	 your	
tasks	 is	 very 	 important.	 Taking	 ownership	 is 	
the step towards self-development. For example, 
if you have been assigned a task by a teacher; 
ensure you take complete ownership. Even if you 
are unable to complete the task on time, you must 
report it and then correct it.
•	 Time Management: Prioritise the things you 
have to do. Remove waste and redundancy from 
work. Make a time table and follow it diligently. 
•	 Adaptability: Stay current with best practices 
and read up on new information always. Prepare 
yourself for new changes, so that you can 
transition seamlessly.
Se SSion 1: Stre SS Manage Ment Stress and Stress Management 
Have you ever felt worried that you will not pass in an 
exam? Do you feel pressurised when people around you 
bring up certain topics for discussion (issues that you 
are not comfortable with)? Do you fear that 
you will be unsuccessful in life? If yes, then 
you are going through stress. Stress motivates 
you to achieve more but when you are under 
stress for a prolonged period of time, it can 
cause health problems and mental troubles  
as well.
What is Stress?
Stress	 can	 be 	 defined 	 as	 our	 emotional,	
mental, physical and social reaction to any 
perceived	 demands 	 or	 threats. 	 These	 demands	
or threats are called stressors. Stressors are 
the reason for stress. Figure 2.2 Stress
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Unit
Unit
2
IntroductIon Self-management, also referred to as ‘self-control,’ 
is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts and 
behaviour effectively in different situations. This also 
includes motivating oneself, and setting goals. People 
with strong self-management skills are better in doing 
certain things better than others. 
Therefore, employers too strongly prefer 
people with good self-management skills.
Basics of Self-management
To perform well at work and life in 
general, you must be able to manage 
and improve yourself in various skills 
including discipline and timeliness, 
goal-setting, problem solving, teamwork, 
professionalism, etc. Once you develop 
your personality and abilities in these 
areas,you will be able to succeed in 
personal as well as professional life.
Self-management 
Skills
Figure 2.1 Self-management
Unit 2.indd   39 31-Jan-20   9:57:07 AM
Employability Skill S – Cla SS X
40
Following are some of the skills you must master to 
succeed in life:
•	 Self-awareness: Ask for honest feedback. Gather 
insights 	 on 	 your 	 personality	 and	 work-specific 	
proficiencies. 	 Think 	 about	 your 	 daily	 interactions 	
and how you handled situations well or could 
have handled them differently.
•	 Responsibility: 	 Taking	 responsibility 	 for 	 your	
tasks	 is	 very 	 important.	 Taking	 ownership	 is 	
the step towards self-development. For example, 
if you have been assigned a task by a teacher; 
ensure you take complete ownership. Even if you 
are unable to complete the task on time, you must 
report it and then correct it.
•	 Time Management: Prioritise the things you 
have to do. Remove waste and redundancy from 
work. Make a time table and follow it diligently. 
•	 Adaptability: Stay current with best practices 
and read up on new information always. Prepare 
yourself for new changes, so that you can 
transition seamlessly.
Se SSion 1: Stre SS Manage Ment Stress and Stress Management 
Have you ever felt worried that you will not pass in an 
exam? Do you feel pressurised when people around you 
bring up certain topics for discussion (issues that you 
are not comfortable with)? Do you fear that 
you will be unsuccessful in life? If yes, then 
you are going through stress. Stress motivates 
you to achieve more but when you are under 
stress for a prolonged period of time, it can 
cause health problems and mental troubles  
as well.
What is Stress?
Stress	 can	 be 	 defined 	 as	 our	 emotional,	
mental, physical and social reaction to any 
perceived	 demands 	 or	 threats. 	 These	 demands	
or threats are called stressors. Stressors are 
the reason for stress. Figure 2.2 Stress
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For example, 
•	 you are too close to the exams but feel unprepared.
•	 you are experiencing a loss of someone close in 
the family.
•	 you are worried about what people would think 
of you if you don’t dress well or cannot speak 
confidently.
•	 you are stressed due to lack of sleep.
Stress Management
Stress is a part of everyday life. There are many 
instances 	 when 	 stress 	 can 	 be 	 helpful. 	 A 	 fire 	 alarm	
is intended to cause stress that alerts you to avoid 
danger. 	 The 	 stress 	 created 	 by 	 a 	 deadline 	 to 	 finish 	 a	
paper 	 can 	 motivate 	 you 	 to 	 finish 	 the 	 assignment 	 on	
time. But when experienced in excess or for a long 
period of time, stress has the opposite effect. It can 
harm our emotional and physical health, and limit our 
ability to function well at home, in school and within 
our relationships.
Managing stress is about making a plan to be able to 
cope effectively with daily pressures. The ultimate goal 
is to strike a balance between life, work, relationships, 
relaxation and fun. By doing this, you are able to deal 
with daily stress triggers and meet these challenges 
head on.
Always keep in mind the ABC of stress management
A: Adversity or the stressful event
B: Beliefs or the way you respond to the event
C: Consequences or actions and outcomes of the event
Stress management can help you to
•	 have a joyful life.
•	 focus and complete tasks on time.
•	 be a happy person as you are stress free.
•	 be more energetic and spend quality time with your 
friends and family.
n oteS
Unit 2.indd   41 31-Jan-20   9:57:08 AM
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Unit
Unit
2
IntroductIon Self-management, also referred to as ‘self-control,’ 
is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts and 
behaviour effectively in different situations. This also 
includes motivating oneself, and setting goals. People 
with strong self-management skills are better in doing 
certain things better than others. 
Therefore, employers too strongly prefer 
people with good self-management skills.
Basics of Self-management
To perform well at work and life in 
general, you must be able to manage 
and improve yourself in various skills 
including discipline and timeliness, 
goal-setting, problem solving, teamwork, 
professionalism, etc. Once you develop 
your personality and abilities in these 
areas,you will be able to succeed in 
personal as well as professional life.
Self-management 
Skills
Figure 2.1 Self-management
Unit 2.indd   39 31-Jan-20   9:57:07 AM
Employability Skill S – Cla SS X
40
Following are some of the skills you must master to 
succeed in life:
•	 Self-awareness: Ask for honest feedback. Gather 
insights 	 on 	 your 	 personality	 and	 work-specific 	
proficiencies. 	 Think 	 about	 your 	 daily	 interactions 	
and how you handled situations well or could 
have handled them differently.
•	 Responsibility: 	 Taking	 responsibility 	 for 	 your	
tasks	 is	 very 	 important.	 Taking	 ownership	 is 	
the step towards self-development. For example, 
if you have been assigned a task by a teacher; 
ensure you take complete ownership. Even if you 
are unable to complete the task on time, you must 
report it and then correct it.
•	 Time Management: Prioritise the things you 
have to do. Remove waste and redundancy from 
work. Make a time table and follow it diligently. 
•	 Adaptability: Stay current with best practices 
and read up on new information always. Prepare 
yourself for new changes, so that you can 
transition seamlessly.
Se SSion 1: Stre SS Manage Ment Stress and Stress Management 
Have you ever felt worried that you will not pass in an 
exam? Do you feel pressurised when people around you 
bring up certain topics for discussion (issues that you 
are not comfortable with)? Do you fear that 
you will be unsuccessful in life? If yes, then 
you are going through stress. Stress motivates 
you to achieve more but when you are under 
stress for a prolonged period of time, it can 
cause health problems and mental troubles  
as well.
What is Stress?
Stress	 can	 be 	 defined 	 as	 our	 emotional,	
mental, physical and social reaction to any 
perceived	 demands 	 or	 threats. 	 These	 demands	
or threats are called stressors. Stressors are 
the reason for stress. Figure 2.2 Stress
Unit 2.indd   40 11-Feb-20   9:42:01 AM
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For example, 
•	 you are too close to the exams but feel unprepared.
•	 you are experiencing a loss of someone close in 
the family.
•	 you are worried about what people would think 
of you if you don’t dress well or cannot speak 
confidently.
•	 you are stressed due to lack of sleep.
Stress Management
Stress is a part of everyday life. There are many 
instances 	 when 	 stress 	 can 	 be 	 helpful. 	 A 	 fire 	 alarm	
is intended to cause stress that alerts you to avoid 
danger. 	 The 	 stress 	 created 	 by 	 a 	 deadline 	 to 	 finish 	 a	
paper 	 can 	 motivate 	 you 	 to 	 finish 	 the 	 assignment 	 on	
time. But when experienced in excess or for a long 
period of time, stress has the opposite effect. It can 
harm our emotional and physical health, and limit our 
ability to function well at home, in school and within 
our relationships.
Managing stress is about making a plan to be able to 
cope effectively with daily pressures. The ultimate goal 
is to strike a balance between life, work, relationships, 
relaxation and fun. By doing this, you are able to deal 
with daily stress triggers and meet these challenges 
head on.
Always keep in mind the ABC of stress management
A: Adversity or the stressful event
B: Beliefs or the way you respond to the event
C: Consequences or actions and outcomes of the event
Stress management can help you to
•	 have a joyful life.
•	 focus and complete tasks on time.
•	 be a happy person as you are stress free.
•	 be more energetic and spend quality time with your 
friends and family.
n oteS
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Three Steps to Manage Stress
Look out for signs of stress, such as 
headache, sleeplessness, sadness, excessive 
worrying, nervousness, etc. Only when we 
are aware, we can manage stress.
Find out the reason for your stress. Is it 
because of exams, family pressures, money 
issues, not eating good food, etc.?
Use time management tools to manage your 
time well. Focus on the important tasks and 
get them done. Talk to someone close about 
the issue. Take time to relax by exercising, 
watching movie or any other activity which 
can help feel relaxed.
Figure 2.3 Managing stress
Step 1: Be aware 
that you are 
stressed
Step 2: Identify 
what is causing 
you stress
Step 3: 
Apply stress 
management 
methods
Management Techniques
Here are a few simple stress management techniques.
•	 Time management: Proper time management 
is one of the most effective stress-relieving 
techniques.
•	 Physical exercise and fresh air: A healthy lifestyle 
is essential for students. Stress is generally lower 
in people who maintain a healthy routine. Doing 
yoga, meditation and deep breathing exercises 
help in proper blood circulation and relaxes the 
body. Even taking a walk or playing in the park 
will help you get a lot of fresh oxygen, which will 
help you become more active.
•	 Healthy diet: Having a healthy diet will also help 
you reduce stress. Eating a balanced diet, such 
as Dal, Roti, vegetables and fruits will give you 
the	strength	to	do	your	daily	work	efficiently.	
•	 Positivity: Focussing on negative aspects of life 
will add more stress. Instead, learn to look at 
the good things and stay positive. For example, 
instead of feeling upset over a scoring less in a 
test, try to maintain a positive attitude and look 
at ways to improve the next time.
Unit 2.indd   42 31-Jan-20   9:57:10 AM
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Unit
Unit
2
IntroductIon Self-management, also referred to as ‘self-control,’ 
is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts and 
behaviour effectively in different situations. This also 
includes motivating oneself, and setting goals. People 
with strong self-management skills are better in doing 
certain things better than others. 
Therefore, employers too strongly prefer 
people with good self-management skills.
Basics of Self-management
To perform well at work and life in 
general, you must be able to manage 
and improve yourself in various skills 
including discipline and timeliness, 
goal-setting, problem solving, teamwork, 
professionalism, etc. Once you develop 
your personality and abilities in these 
areas,you will be able to succeed in 
personal as well as professional life.
Self-management 
Skills
Figure 2.1 Self-management
Unit 2.indd   39 31-Jan-20   9:57:07 AM
Employability Skill S – Cla SS X
40
Following are some of the skills you must master to 
succeed in life:
•	 Self-awareness: Ask for honest feedback. Gather 
insights 	 on 	 your 	 personality	 and	 work-specific 	
proficiencies. 	 Think 	 about	 your 	 daily	 interactions 	
and how you handled situations well or could 
have handled them differently.
•	 Responsibility: 	 Taking	 responsibility 	 for 	 your	
tasks	 is	 very 	 important.	 Taking	 ownership	 is 	
the step towards self-development. For example, 
if you have been assigned a task by a teacher; 
ensure you take complete ownership. Even if you 
are unable to complete the task on time, you must 
report it and then correct it.
•	 Time Management: Prioritise the things you 
have to do. Remove waste and redundancy from 
work. Make a time table and follow it diligently. 
•	 Adaptability: Stay current with best practices 
and read up on new information always. Prepare 
yourself for new changes, so that you can 
transition seamlessly.
Se SSion 1: Stre SS Manage Ment Stress and Stress Management 
Have you ever felt worried that you will not pass in an 
exam? Do you feel pressurised when people around you 
bring up certain topics for discussion (issues that you 
are not comfortable with)? Do you fear that 
you will be unsuccessful in life? If yes, then 
you are going through stress. Stress motivates 
you to achieve more but when you are under 
stress for a prolonged period of time, it can 
cause health problems and mental troubles  
as well.
What is Stress?
Stress	 can	 be 	 defined 	 as	 our	 emotional,	
mental, physical and social reaction to any 
perceived	 demands 	 or	 threats. 	 These	 demands	
or threats are called stressors. Stressors are 
the reason for stress. Figure 2.2 Stress
Unit 2.indd   40 11-Feb-20   9:42:01 AM
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For example, 
•	 you are too close to the exams but feel unprepared.
•	 you are experiencing a loss of someone close in 
the family.
•	 you are worried about what people would think 
of you if you don’t dress well or cannot speak 
confidently.
•	 you are stressed due to lack of sleep.
Stress Management
Stress is a part of everyday life. There are many 
instances 	 when 	 stress 	 can 	 be 	 helpful. 	 A 	 fire 	 alarm	
is intended to cause stress that alerts you to avoid 
danger. 	 The 	 stress 	 created 	 by 	 a 	 deadline 	 to 	 finish 	 a	
paper 	 can 	 motivate 	 you 	 to 	 finish 	 the 	 assignment 	 on	
time. But when experienced in excess or for a long 
period of time, stress has the opposite effect. It can 
harm our emotional and physical health, and limit our 
ability to function well at home, in school and within 
our relationships.
Managing stress is about making a plan to be able to 
cope effectively with daily pressures. The ultimate goal 
is to strike a balance between life, work, relationships, 
relaxation and fun. By doing this, you are able to deal 
with daily stress triggers and meet these challenges 
head on.
Always keep in mind the ABC of stress management
A: Adversity or the stressful event
B: Beliefs or the way you respond to the event
C: Consequences or actions and outcomes of the event
Stress management can help you to
•	 have a joyful life.
•	 focus and complete tasks on time.
•	 be a happy person as you are stress free.
•	 be more energetic and spend quality time with your 
friends and family.
n oteS
Unit 2.indd   41 31-Jan-20   9:57:08 AM
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42
Three Steps to Manage Stress
Look out for signs of stress, such as 
headache, sleeplessness, sadness, excessive 
worrying, nervousness, etc. Only when we 
are aware, we can manage stress.
Find out the reason for your stress. Is it 
because of exams, family pressures, money 
issues, not eating good food, etc.?
Use time management tools to manage your 
time well. Focus on the important tasks and 
get them done. Talk to someone close about 
the issue. Take time to relax by exercising, 
watching movie or any other activity which 
can help feel relaxed.
Figure 2.3 Managing stress
Step 1: Be aware 
that you are 
stressed
Step 2: Identify 
what is causing 
you stress
Step 3: 
Apply stress 
management 
methods
Management Techniques
Here are a few simple stress management techniques.
•	 Time management: Proper time management 
is one of the most effective stress-relieving 
techniques.
•	 Physical exercise and fresh air: A healthy lifestyle 
is essential for students. Stress is generally lower 
in people who maintain a healthy routine. Doing 
yoga, meditation and deep breathing exercises 
help in proper blood circulation and relaxes the 
body. Even taking a walk or playing in the park 
will help you get a lot of fresh oxygen, which will 
help you become more active.
•	 Healthy diet: Having a healthy diet will also help 
you reduce stress. Eating a balanced diet, such 
as Dal, Roti, vegetables and fruits will give you 
the	strength	to	do	your	daily	work	efficiently.	
•	 Positivity: Focussing on negative aspects of life 
will add more stress. Instead, learn to look at 
the good things and stay positive. For example, 
instead of feeling upset over a scoring less in a 
test, try to maintain a positive attitude and look 
at ways to improve the next time.
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•	 Organising academic life; no delaying: By 
keeping	 class	 notes	 organised,	 finishing	 in	
assignments on time, and keeping track of all 
deadlines, stress can be reduced to a great extent.
•	 Sleep: We should get a good night’s sleep for at 
least 7 hours so that your brain and body gets 
recharged to function better the next day.
•	 Holidays with family and friends: Going to a 
relative’s place, such as your grandparents’ house 
or a new place during your summer vacations can 
help you break from the normal routine and come 
back afresh.
Ability to Work Independently
If you can become a calm and relaxed person, you will 
be have the ability to work independently, which means.
1. becoming self-aware, self-monitoring and  
self-correcting.
2. knowing what you need to do.
3. taking the initiative rather than being told what 
to do.
4. recognising your mistakes and not blaming others.
5. having the ability and the will to learn continuously. 
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and 
manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions 
of others. It is generally said to include at least  
three skills:
•	 Emotional awareness : the ability to identify and 
name one’s own emotions.
•	 Harnessing emotions : the ability to harness  
and apply emotions to tasks like thinking and 
problem solving.
•	 Managing emotions : the ability to regulate one’s 
own emotions when necessary and help others to 
do the same.
Knowing how to manage one’s emotions is critical 
for all of us. You can manage stress, keep your brain 
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