Regilyn M.

Arevalo BTLED3

Prof. Maycor Jobelle Napura, Contreras

H.E 101- HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT

MODULE 2- Lesson 2

1. Expound human resources and non- human resources.

Human Resources are the capacities and characteristics of an individual. These can be used
only by the person who possesses them. They have the high potential to achieve what we want
and many a times may not be cultivated or made available. Most of the time, families
underestimate these resources and are unaware of them. Knowledge is important to be aware
of things to be able to achieve what we want. If we want to buy a T.V. we need to know what
features to look for, brands available. This will help in buying a better quality product, Time is
constant for everyone, 24 hours a day. The way a person man-ages and uses her time is her
personal choice. A student may finish all the work before going to play; another may waste his
time watching television or talking on the cell phone, Energy is both mental and physical power
of a person. To achieve goals, one needs to plan, organize and finally implement the plans. This
would require both mental and physical energy, Abilities/Skills are inherited and acquired. These
may include skills like cooking, decorating, gardening. Each individual has particular abilities
with which he/ she can achieve his/her goals. These skills can also be developed by systematic
learning and practice. And Attitude are opinions or feelings of a person towards a thing which
may hinder or help in achieving his goals. A positive attitude may help a person achieve what he
wants whereas a negative attitude may hinder her in achieving what she wants.
Non-human Resources are tools and assets that families have at their disposal to achieve
what they want. These are available for everyone to use. A person works hard and earns money
to be used by him and his family. He/she may buy material goods or land from this money and
may build a house on this land. Community facilities like banks, post offices, parks, and library.
These are tangible and are more identifiable. Money it is the pivotal resource which can be
exchanged to buy material things, commodities and services. It can also be used for future use
and thus gives a sense of security to the family, Material goods it include durable goods or
perishable goods used and owned by a family in their everyday use. Land, house, furniture and
vehicle are examples. These help to make life easier and more comfortable for all family
members. Durable goods like land can also help families to earn or save money. If vegetables
are grown on land, the family can save money on buying vegetables or sell these vegetables to
earn money. And Community facilities are those facilities which are common for all members of
a community. Parks, libraries, post office, police and fire protection, banks, hospitals, transport
facilities, roads, railways, electricity, water supply, markets, community centers and ration shops
are examples of community facilities. All families can avail these facilities without directly paying
for them but indirectly paying for them through taxes.
2. What benefits you can get by acquiring ideas on family resources.
Acquiring ideas on family resources helps us to get knowledge that they get from their own
experiences which we don’t know yet just like advices from our parents which may lead us to be
a better person. And to make it aware of our decision in life,
3. How will you utilize your resources wisely?
I can utilize my resource wisely by not planning 100% of my time. Because there are so many
unexpected events can happen which will require my attention. If my calendar is already filled
with activities from morning till evening, how can I handle those important and urgent activities?
Chance are this situation will stress me out. I should start with the most important priority. This
will be my biggest activity and will require my most attention. This activity is also the one that will
get me closer in achieving my work or personal goals. I should identify my peak times. When I
know when my body and mind are most alert, I can carry out and focus best on these crucial
activities. Non- essential activities like filling or mopping the floor don’t need to be performed
when I’m at my best. I focus on one activity, I don’t multi-task. We know that working on one
topic while attending occasion or activities on another topic is counter- productive. I should be
mindful of what I am doing and only focus on that one activity. If being pulled into two directions
at work or studying, is it possible to delegate one of these two activities? Do i really need to
attend that occasion or could I stay and study and ask others who attend about regarding the
location? Block time in my calendar for me. These block can be for working on a particular
projects and study, calling back my classmates or keeping it free for unexpected activities and
projects. This not only works at a student but also in my personal life. If I and my family is
running from one event to another event 7 days a week, I can get exhausted very easily and are
reducing my energy resources. Especially during Christmas and New Year many invitation are
waiting for me: with my family, my classmates, my friends, and neighbours. Can I combine any
of these events? Can I bring a friend to a family party and invite them to my home? Sometimes
this may not be appropriate, however when combining two group activities. It frees up some of
my time and take less energy. I should take breaks. To recharge my energy and sharpen my
focus, set myself limits. My resources cannot go for hours and need some refuelling. A tea
break or a walk around may be what I have time for. I need to make time! Let my eyes rest by
looking away from my computer screen and cell phone and starring into a good and fresh
surrounding.

ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY

TASK RESOURCES NEEDED

1. Cleaning the house Sweeping the floor, mopping the floor,
cleaning windows, and arranging the
things inside the house.
2. Prepares dinner Cooking the rice, cooking viand, and
arranging the plate in the table.
3. Buy a car Go to the car shop, finding the car that
will suit your needs.
4. International Travel Preparing my passport, my things and
buy tickets.
5. Graduate college Study hard to get a passing grade,
completing all my requirements, and
finishing my degree.