Alternative Curriculum: Own Environment
Your own environment is a branch of knowledge that deals with the characteristics of the human body and human mind.
It is all about understanding yourself as a human being. It dives into what makes you tick—how your body works, how your mind operates, how to take care of yourself, and how to connect with something bigger than yourself.
It’s like a deep dive into being you—what’s inside, what drives you, and how you can live a meaningful life.Biology, psychology, health & nutrition, and spirituality work together to help you become the best version of yourself…
Own Environment: Categories
We will work in four principal categories:
01. Biology
02. Health and Nutrition
03. Psychology
04. Spirituality
Your Own Environment Content
Module 1: Biology
Think of biology as the user manual for your body. It’s all about your cells, organs, and how your brain sends messages through your nerves to make things happen. But we don’t stop at basic biology—we zoom in on neurobiology and neuroscience to explore the brain’s role in everything, from learning new skills to why you feel stressed before an exam.
Last but not least, we showcase remedies and preventions of the most common diseases and accidents.
This subject helps you understand the physical foundation of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.
This subject helps you understand the physical foundation of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Module 2: Health & Nutrition
This subject matter explains how to remain healthy for as long as possible/
It emphasizes good food, regular exercise.
Your body is your home, so keeping it in shape is crucial. We cover the basics like eating right and staying active, but we also show how public health.connects your personal well-being to the larger community.
Your body is your home, so keeping it in shape is crucial. We cover the basics like eating right and staying active, but we also show how public health.connects your personal well-being to the larger community.
Module 3: Psychology
Psychology is like a tour guide for your mind. It helps you understand why you think, feel, and act the way you do.
Do we always make the right decision, and if not, why? What drives our habits and emotions?
Psychology is where you get to understand why people do what they do—yourself included! You’ll explore how we think, feel, and act, and what influences our decisions.
We’ll cover things like memory, emotions, and even group behavior (like why people follow trends). There’s also a focus on mental health, from understanding stress to learning about therapy options. It’s practical, too—you’ll pick up skills like managing emotions, improving relationships, and handling challenges better.
Module 4: Spirituality
This is all about exploring what makes life meaningful for you.
Mindfulness practices like meditation and deep breathing will help you stay grounded and focused.
You’ll also get a glimpse into different religions and philosophies, seeing how people across the world find purpose and connection.
It’s not about telling you what to believe; it’s about helping you find your own way in life.
Think of this as time to slow down, explore big questions, and figure out what really matters in life.