Listening

Speaking 

Activity 1: Warm-Up
Let’s talk about what it really means to be yourself.

• How would you describe your personality in just three words?
• Do you think it’s easy or hard to be yourself in social situations? Why?
• Who or what inspires you to stay true to yourself?
• Can you think of a time when you felt confident about being yourself? What happened?
• How do you handle situations where you feel pressured to act differently?

Activity 2: Discussion Questions
Let’s discuss these questions in pairs or small groups. Share your thoughts and listen to your partner’s ideas.

• Why do you think it’s important to be yourself in today’s world?
• What challenges might people face when trying to stay true to themselves?
• How can someone build confidence in being authentic?
• Do you think social media affects how people express themselves? How?
• How do cultural or societal expectations influence the way people behave?
• What are some benefits of embracing your uniqueness?
• Do you think being yourself always means being the same in every situation? Why or why not?
• How can we encourage others to feel comfortable being themselves?

Activity 3: Role-Play – Being Yourself in Different Situations
Let’s practice how to express authenticity in various scenarios.

Role 1: Standing Up for Your Beliefs
Imagine you’re in a group discussion, and someone expresses an opinion you strongly disagree with. How would you share your perspective respectfully while staying true to yourself?
Use phrases like:

• “I see your point, but I believe…”
• “In my opinion…”
• “I understand where you’re coming from, but I feel…”
• “It’s important to me because…”

Role 2: Supporting a Friend
Imagine a friend tells you they’re afraid to be themselves because they feel judged. Encourage them to embrace their uniqueness.
Use phrases like:

• “I think you’re amazing because…”
• “Don’t worry about what others think because…”
• “Being yourself is important because…”
• “You inspire me by…”

Activity 4: Debate – Staying True to Yourself vs. Adapting to Situations
Now, we’ll have a debate. There are two teams, and each team will argue for one perspective.

Team 1: Always Stay True to Yourself
Argue why it’s important to never compromise who you are, even in difficult situations.

Team 2: Adapt to Situations When Needed
Argue why it’s sometimes better to adjust your behavior to fit different situations.

Debate Guidelines:

• Each team will have 3-4 minutes to present their argument.
• You can use phrases like:
  • “We believe that…”
  • “In our view…”
  • “One reason to stay true to yourself is…”
  • “Adapting to situations can help because…”

After the debate, we’ll have a short discussion. Which team’s arguments did you find more convincing, and why?

Reflection: Embracing Your Authentic Self
Take a moment to reflect on these questions:

• What does ‘being yourself’ mean to you personally?
• What are some ways you can stay true to yourself in your daily life?
• How do you balance being yourself while respecting others’ differences?
• What advice would you give to someone struggling to embrace who they are?

Feel free to share your answers with the class!