Project Number: 2023-2-PL01-KA220-YOU-000171409
MOBIUS MODULE 1
Discover your passion, take the lead, and transformthrough social innovation
The Mobius project has been funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency (NA). Neitherthe European Union nor NA can be held responsible for them.
Agenda
Module’s goalsWhat will you learn
Activities
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFININGYOUR VALUES, PASSIONS AND
PURPOSEActivity 1: Defining your core values
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATIONActivity 3: Discovering yoursocial innovation profileActivity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
References
Module’s Goal
In this module, you’ll explore who you are — your core values, your passions, andwhat gives you purpose. You’ll also learn how to take responsibility for making apositive impact in your community through social innovation
What will you learn?
KNOWLEDGE
You'll understand how social issues are connected and how systems work behind them.You'll explore what it means to act ethically and takeresponsibility in your community.
ATTITUDES
You'll develop a creative mindset, always looking for solutions and new ideas.
SKILLS
You'll learn how to set long-term goals and make a plan to reach them.
You'll practice creating and adapting solutions to real problems.
You'll improve your time management and goal-setting skills to stay focused and motivated.
Module activities -Keep your idea
During all the following modules you will find many activities where you are asked to design your own project. If it’s possible, it would be GREAT if you could use the SAME PROJECT IDEA during the whole Mobius program. That will help you to keep track and have the real experience of developing your project from beginign till end.
1.1. Self-awareness:defining your values,passions and purpose
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Before deepening in the module activities, let’s bring some context!
1. Self-Awareness Theory (Duval & Wicklund, 1972)Self-awareness theory suggests that people can focus their attention onthemselves and become more aware of their inner values, emotions, andbehaviours. It distinguishes two key forms:
- Internal self-awareness: the ability to understand your inner world — your values, passions, goals, and reactions.
- External self-awareness: the ability to see yourself from the perspective of others and understand how your actions are perceived socially.
In this module, self-awareness is the foundation for identifying your personal values and passions, which are crucial starting points for engaging with social innovation. Through reflection exercises and group dialogue, you will explore how knowing yourself can help you become more authentic and effective changemaker.
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Think of self-awareness as a personal mirror. Internally, it reflects our passions, values, and purpose, helping us make decisions that align with who we are. Externally, it shows us how others see us, allowing us to improve relationships and make a positive impact. This balance helps us grow personally and socially.
Watch this TED Talk from Tasha Eurich about self-awareness to have a deeper understanding:
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
2. Ikigai Model (popularized concept based on Japanese philosophy)Ikigai means “reason for being” in Japanese. Though not a formal academic theory, it has become a widely used personal development tool. The Ikigai model is usually represented as a Venn diagram intersecting four elements:
What you love (passion)What you are good at (profession)What the world needs (mission)What you can be paid for (vocation)
Finding the intersection of these elements helps individuals identifymeaningful career or life paths. This model is echoed in the passion map activity, where you will connect your interests, talents, and values to socialneeds. It supports the process of self-discovery and will help you reflect on how your personal drivers can align with a greater social purpose.
Visit this link to learn more about Ikigai
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Let's learn some basic concepts:
Purpose is a broad and deep concept that brings together your core values and your passion. Purpose gives you a sense of meaning and direction in life; it is the underlying reason or motivation behind your actions. Purpose is also related to goals: while purpose is long-term and doesn’t change easily, goals are shorter-term and can change according to the situation. Purpose is the why and goal is the what and how, the specific outcome that you aim to achieve
Passion is a strong feeling that makes you explore and engage in activities that are aligned to your values. Passion is the driving force to keep you motivated about an activity, interest, or cause, even when times are hard. For example, if someone is passionate about arts, they will keep doing it even when they don’t get an external reward.
Core values are the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide how a person or organization behaves and makes decisions. They are the foundations of your passion and purpose, and describe what is important for you. For example, if honesty is a core value, it means you always strive to be truthful, even when it's difficult. In an organization, core values might include things like integrity, teamwork, or innovation, and they help define the culture and how people work together.
Core values
Purpose
Passion
Activity 1: Defining your core values
In the next slide, you’ll find a list of values.
Read all of them carefully and choose the 5 that are more suitable to you.
Activity 1: Defining your core values
KnowledgeLeadershipLearningLegacyLeisure
AccountabilityAchievementAdaptabilityAdventureAltruismAmbitionAuthenticityBalanceBeautyBeing the bestBelonging
CreativityCuriosityDignityDiversityEnvironmentEfficiencyEquality
Giving backGraceGratitudeGrowthHarmonyHealthHomeHonesty
PerseverancePersonal fulfillment
SpiritualitySportsmanshipStewardshipSuccessTeamworkTradition
PowerPrideRecognitionReliabilityResourcefulnessRespectResponsibilityRisk -taking
LoveLoyaltyMaking adifferenceNatureOpennessOptimismOrderParentingPatiencePatriotismPeace
TravelTrustTruthUnderstandingUniquenessUsefulness
EthicsExcellenceFairnessFaithFamilyFinancial stabilityForgivenessFreedomFriendship
HopeHumilityHumorInclusionIndependenceInitiativeIntegrityIntuitionJob security
CareerCaringCollaborationCommitmentCommunityCompassionConfidenceCooperationCourage
SafetySelf-disciplineSelf-expressionSelf-respectSerenity
VisionVulnerabilityWealthWell-beingWholeheartedness
ServiceSimplicity
FunFuturegenerationsGenerosity
Wisdom
JoyJusticeKindness
Activity 1: Defining your core values
Activity 1: Defining your core values
SELF-REFLECTION
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
SELF-REFLECTION
It’s time to reflect about your passions:
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
SELF-REFLECTION
It’s time to reflect about your passions:
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
After this reflection time, it’s the moment to create your passion map!
A passion map is a visual tool that helps to identify and organise interests, values,skills and activities someone enjoys. It can be used as a self-discovery tool,connecting personal passions to potential goals or social innovation opportunities.
Your passion map should include:
Central Idea: with "Passions" or "What I Love" written in the center. Branches: Extend key categories like Hobbies, Values, Skills and Interests. Details: Add sub-branches for specifics, such as favorite activities, dreams, inspiring causes, or natural talents.
In the next slide you have an example of how your passion map can look like
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
You can use this Canva template to create your digital passion map. You can also create it collectively with your colleagues and then select the items that are more aligned with you. Also, if you prefer to create it physically, you can also do it on a piece of paper or colourful cardboard, using your favourite pens.
Lack of inspiration?
Finding your passion is not always easy. Also, if you have multiple passions,it makes it harder to choose the direction. Watch this TED Talk from Terri Trespicio about passion and finding your way.
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
1.2 Engaging socialinnovation
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATION
Before starting with this module activities, let’s get some background:
1. Theory of the development of purpose during adolescence (Damon, Menon & Bronk, 2003)
This theory defines purpose as a stable and long-term intention toaccomplish something that is both meaningful to the self and of consequenceto the world. It highlights that purpose is not just about achieving goals butabout having a deep motivation that connects personal interests with contributions to others.
According to this framework, young people develop purpose when they:
- Reflect on what matters to them.
- Discover how they want to make a difference.
- Are given opportunities to act on their purpose.
In the module, the vision statement activity is inspired by this approach,helping you to articulate how your values, passions and skills can lead to socially relevant action.
Read the full article in this link.
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATION
2. SMART Goals Framework (George T. Doran, 1981)First introduced in a 1981 issue of Management Review under the title “There’sa S.M.A.R.T. way to write management’s goals and objectives,” this frameworkwas originally designed for corporate and organizational planning. However, ithas since been widely adopted across education, coaching, youth work, and personal development settings.
The SMART framework is a tool to help people set clear, realistic, andmotivating goals. It prevents vague ambitions or unrealistic expectations byencouraging goal-setters to think strategically and concretely. It also fostersaccountability and actionability, which are key to achieving meaningful change — especially in complex fields like social innovation. SMART stands for:
- Specific: clearly defined and focused
- Measurable: progress can be tracked
- Achievable: realistic given resources and constraints
- Relevant: aligned with broader goals and values
- Time-bound: includes a deadline or timeline
The module uses this framework in the goal-setting activity to helpparticipants plan concrete steps toward their vision of social innovation. Itensures that goals are actionable, realistic, and linked to their sense of purpose.
Read the story of SMARTs goals in this link.
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Discovering your social innovation profile is a mather of doing the right questions.
In this activity, you will be guided through a reflective journey to imagine how you can contribute to creating a better future through social innovation. Step by step, you will explore the social issues that matter to you, connect with your passions and values, and express your personal vision for change. Take your time with each question. Be honest and creative with your answers: this is your unique perspective on how you can make a difference.
DISCOVER YOUR SOCIAL INNOVATION PROFILE
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Exploring Social Issues
Let’s start by thinking big.
Next
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Visualising a Better Future
Now, take a moment to close your eyes and imagine a better future — a future where one of the social issues you listed has been solved.
Next
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Create Your Vision Statement
Based on your reflections, it’s time to create your personal vision statement:
Next
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Let’s learn about how to set SMART goals!
Watch this video but and pay attention to what S.M.A.R.T. means. After wathing the video check if you have understand each concept by answering this quiz:
Go to the quiz
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
Now that you are a genius of setting SMART goals,
here is the first task:
- Do you remember your vision statement? If not, come back to activity 3.
- Define (at least) 3 goals you would like to achieve to make your vision statement real.
- Ensure that your goals are following the SMART criteria.
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
After defining your goals is time to talk about RESPONSABILITIES.
Let’s reflect!
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
SELF-REFLECTION
Resources Page
- Cozma, I. (2023, 26 octubre). Values, Passion, or Purpose — Which Should Guide Your Career? Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2023/10/values-passion-or-purpose-which-should-guide-your-career
- Dare to Lead | List of Values - Brené Brown. (2023, 14 noviembre). Brené Brown. https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/
- TEDx Talks. (2017, 19 diciembre). Increase your self-awareness with one simple fix | Tasha Eurich | TEDxMileHigh [Vídeo]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGdsOXZpyWE
- TEDx Talks. (2015, 14 septiembre). Stop searching for your passion | Terri Trespicio | TEDxKC [Vídeo]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MBaFL7sCb8
- DecisionSkills. (2014, 22 mayo). SMART Goals - Quick overview [Vídeo]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-SvuFIQjK8
It’s time to test your knowledge from the module! Take the quiz!
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Project Number: 2023-2-PL01-KA220-YOU-000171409
MOBIUS MODULE 1
Discover your passion, take the lead, and transformthrough social innovation
The Mobius project has been funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency (NA). Neitherthe European Union nor NA can be held responsible for them.
Agenda
Module’s goalsWhat will you learn
Activities
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFININGYOUR VALUES, PASSIONS AND
PURPOSEActivity 1: Defining your core values
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATIONActivity 3: Discovering yoursocial innovation profileActivity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
References
Module’s Goal
In this module, you’ll explore who you are — your core values, your passions, andwhat gives you purpose. You’ll also learn how to take responsibility for making apositive impact in your community through social innovation
What will you learn?
KNOWLEDGE
You'll understand how social issues are connected and how systems work behind them.You'll explore what it means to act ethically and takeresponsibility in your community.
ATTITUDES
You'll develop a creative mindset, always looking for solutions and new ideas.
SKILLS
You'll learn how to set long-term goals and make a plan to reach them.
You'll practice creating and adapting solutions to real problems.
You'll improve your time management and goal-setting skills to stay focused and motivated.
Module activities -Keep your idea
During all the following modules you will find many activities where you are asked to design your own project. If it’s possible, it would be GREAT if you could use the SAME PROJECT IDEA during the whole Mobius program. That will help you to keep track and have the real experience of developing your project from beginign till end.
1.1. Self-awareness:defining your values,passions and purpose
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Before deepening in the module activities, let’s bring some context!
1. Self-Awareness Theory (Duval & Wicklund, 1972)Self-awareness theory suggests that people can focus their attention onthemselves and become more aware of their inner values, emotions, andbehaviours. It distinguishes two key forms:
- External self-awareness: the ability to see yourself from the perspective of others and understand how your actions are perceived socially.
In this module, self-awareness is the foundation for identifying your personal values and passions, which are crucial starting points for engaging with social innovation. Through reflection exercises and group dialogue, you will explore how knowing yourself can help you become more authentic and effective changemaker.1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Think of self-awareness as a personal mirror. Internally, it reflects our passions, values, and purpose, helping us make decisions that align with who we are. Externally, it shows us how others see us, allowing us to improve relationships and make a positive impact. This balance helps us grow personally and socially.
Watch this TED Talk from Tasha Eurich about self-awareness to have a deeper understanding:
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
2. Ikigai Model (popularized concept based on Japanese philosophy)Ikigai means “reason for being” in Japanese. Though not a formal academic theory, it has become a widely used personal development tool. The Ikigai model is usually represented as a Venn diagram intersecting four elements:
What you love (passion)What you are good at (profession)What the world needs (mission)What you can be paid for (vocation)
Finding the intersection of these elements helps individuals identifymeaningful career or life paths. This model is echoed in the passion map activity, where you will connect your interests, talents, and values to socialneeds. It supports the process of self-discovery and will help you reflect on how your personal drivers can align with a greater social purpose.
Visit this link to learn more about Ikigai
1.1 SELF-AWARENESS: DEFINING YOURVALUES, PASSIONS AND PURPOSE
Let's learn some basic concepts:
Purpose is a broad and deep concept that brings together your core values and your passion. Purpose gives you a sense of meaning and direction in life; it is the underlying reason or motivation behind your actions. Purpose is also related to goals: while purpose is long-term and doesn’t change easily, goals are shorter-term and can change according to the situation. Purpose is the why and goal is the what and how, the specific outcome that you aim to achieve
Passion is a strong feeling that makes you explore and engage in activities that are aligned to your values. Passion is the driving force to keep you motivated about an activity, interest, or cause, even when times are hard. For example, if someone is passionate about arts, they will keep doing it even when they don’t get an external reward.
Core values are the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide how a person or organization behaves and makes decisions. They are the foundations of your passion and purpose, and describe what is important for you. For example, if honesty is a core value, it means you always strive to be truthful, even when it's difficult. In an organization, core values might include things like integrity, teamwork, or innovation, and they help define the culture and how people work together.
Core values
Purpose
Passion
Activity 1: Defining your core values
In the next slide, you’ll find a list of values.
Read all of them carefully and choose the 5 that are more suitable to you.
Activity 1: Defining your core values
KnowledgeLeadershipLearningLegacyLeisure
AccountabilityAchievementAdaptabilityAdventureAltruismAmbitionAuthenticityBalanceBeautyBeing the bestBelonging
CreativityCuriosityDignityDiversityEnvironmentEfficiencyEquality
Giving backGraceGratitudeGrowthHarmonyHealthHomeHonesty
PerseverancePersonal fulfillment
SpiritualitySportsmanshipStewardshipSuccessTeamworkTradition
PowerPrideRecognitionReliabilityResourcefulnessRespectResponsibilityRisk -taking
LoveLoyaltyMaking adifferenceNatureOpennessOptimismOrderParentingPatiencePatriotismPeace
TravelTrustTruthUnderstandingUniquenessUsefulness
EthicsExcellenceFairnessFaithFamilyFinancial stabilityForgivenessFreedomFriendship
HopeHumilityHumorInclusionIndependenceInitiativeIntegrityIntuitionJob security
CareerCaringCollaborationCommitmentCommunityCompassionConfidenceCooperationCourage
SafetySelf-disciplineSelf-expressionSelf-respectSerenity
VisionVulnerabilityWealthWell-beingWholeheartedness
ServiceSimplicity
FunFuturegenerationsGenerosity
Wisdom
JoyJusticeKindness
Activity 1: Defining your core values
Activity 1: Defining your core values
SELF-REFLECTION
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
SELF-REFLECTION
It’s time to reflect about your passions:
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
SELF-REFLECTION
It’s time to reflect about your passions:
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
After this reflection time, it’s the moment to create your passion map!
A passion map is a visual tool that helps to identify and organise interests, values,skills and activities someone enjoys. It can be used as a self-discovery tool,connecting personal passions to potential goals or social innovation opportunities.
Your passion map should include:
Central Idea: with "Passions" or "What I Love" written in the center. Branches: Extend key categories like Hobbies, Values, Skills and Interests. Details: Add sub-branches for specifics, such as favorite activities, dreams, inspiring causes, or natural talents.
In the next slide you have an example of how your passion map can look like
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
You can use this Canva template to create your digital passion map. You can also create it collectively with your colleagues and then select the items that are more aligned with you. Also, if you prefer to create it physically, you can also do it on a piece of paper or colourful cardboard, using your favourite pens.
Lack of inspiration?
Finding your passion is not always easy. Also, if you have multiple passions,it makes it harder to choose the direction. Watch this TED Talk from Terri Trespicio about passion and finding your way.
Activity 2: Identifying your passions
1.2 Engaging socialinnovation
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATION
Before starting with this module activities, let’s get some background:
1. Theory of the development of purpose during adolescence (Damon, Menon & Bronk, 2003)
This theory defines purpose as a stable and long-term intention toaccomplish something that is both meaningful to the self and of consequenceto the world. It highlights that purpose is not just about achieving goals butabout having a deep motivation that connects personal interests with contributions to others.
According to this framework, young people develop purpose when they:
- Reflect on what matters to them.
- Discover how they want to make a difference.
- Are given opportunities to act on their purpose.
In the module, the vision statement activity is inspired by this approach,helping you to articulate how your values, passions and skills can lead to socially relevant action.Read the full article in this link.
1.2 ENGAGING SOCIAL INNOVATION
2. SMART Goals Framework (George T. Doran, 1981)First introduced in a 1981 issue of Management Review under the title “There’sa S.M.A.R.T. way to write management’s goals and objectives,” this frameworkwas originally designed for corporate and organizational planning. However, ithas since been widely adopted across education, coaching, youth work, and personal development settings.
The SMART framework is a tool to help people set clear, realistic, andmotivating goals. It prevents vague ambitions or unrealistic expectations byencouraging goal-setters to think strategically and concretely. It also fostersaccountability and actionability, which are key to achieving meaningful change — especially in complex fields like social innovation. SMART stands for:
- Specific: clearly defined and focused
- Measurable: progress can be tracked
- Achievable: realistic given resources and constraints
- Relevant: aligned with broader goals and values
- Time-bound: includes a deadline or timeline
The module uses this framework in the goal-setting activity to helpparticipants plan concrete steps toward their vision of social innovation. Itensures that goals are actionable, realistic, and linked to their sense of purpose.Read the story of SMARTs goals in this link.
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Discovering your social innovation profile is a mather of doing the right questions.
In this activity, you will be guided through a reflective journey to imagine how you can contribute to creating a better future through social innovation. Step by step, you will explore the social issues that matter to you, connect with your passions and values, and express your personal vision for change. Take your time with each question. Be honest and creative with your answers: this is your unique perspective on how you can make a difference.
DISCOVER YOUR SOCIAL INNOVATION PROFILE
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Exploring Social Issues
Let’s start by thinking big.
Next
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Visualising a Better Future
Now, take a moment to close your eyes and imagine a better future — a future where one of the social issues you listed has been solved.
Next
Activity 3: Discovering your social innovation
profile
Create Your Vision Statement
Based on your reflections, it’s time to create your personal vision statement:
Next
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Let’s learn about how to set SMART goals!
Watch this video but and pay attention to what S.M.A.R.T. means. After wathing the video check if you have understand each concept by answering this quiz:
Go to the quiz
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals and responsibilities
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
Now that you are a genius of setting SMART goals,
here is the first task:
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
After defining your goals is time to talk about RESPONSABILITIES.
Let’s reflect!
Activity 4: Defining goals andresponsibilities
SELF-REFLECTION
Resources Page
It’s time to test your knowledge from the module! Take the quiz!