Week 3: We Are In Deep

Part 1: Reflect upon yourself

One criticism about the MBTI is perfectly explained this way, "When we put people in boxes where they can only be one or another, we miss the opportunity to see people as diverse as they are"

What do you think about this statement? Does this ring true to your personality type or do you think that it perfectly describes you? What are some of your strengths that the MBTI highlights? Do you believe the certain MBTI types are viewed more positively than others? Why? Does society makes us think one way or the other, or is it possible for us to be so diverse that we do not fit into one category?

I think the end of our discussion on Wednesday definitely is an example of the boxing people up.  It definitely seems like we were harboring some sort of resentment towards group projects in particular.  I know I personally contributed to the discussion and I am in fact a Judger. So I judge. What of it? Judgers seem to have a leg up with industrialized society because that system works on a timeline of invention and production.  Many people who are P's are placed in the "artistic" category and told to focus their energy on something without a deadline.  We could be missing out on some incredible ideas just because we want that information now instead of four days later, even if both those days are before the deadline.  I am completely generalizing a P type person, but if someone is classified as something they may not realize their full potential. 

In terms of boxing people we all have to remember that we all got here the same way so we all have it together. I believe someone mentioned this during part of the J vs. P discussion and it really is the heart of the matter.  When you box someone up they automatically feel protective of their box and what it stands for. Judgers would really not like to hear that we are stuffy and in-flexible robots.  When boxes are given people restrict their ways of thinking. 

I prefer to think of these "types" as the tools we use most frequently. Its kind of like we've been given a large and complex house that never quite comes together because new pieces are added all the time and we just use different skills to put that thing together. 

Now for the focus on ME. ENFJ. A dog. It does makes sense. I like to please people and I hate making mistakes or disappointing people (to the point of not trying new things unless I am going to be good at them very quickly).  Like a dog social situations tend to hype me up. I love planing parties or hanging out in big groups.  Not to say that I do not enjoy one on one time but I find large groups so exciting that you can lose your negative emotions in the crowd. In terms of intuition and the big picture/future possibilities I have always been a champion day-dreamer and imaginer. MY mother always described me as hyper-sensitive. While I have reined in the crying, the personal offenses I feel are still present.  Just like a dog is sure you hate them when you raise your voice about their barking, I recoil from criticism even if it constructive. Predictability is most definitely something I appreciate. While I have worked at kids camps that value creativity, energy, and spontaneity there needs o be a schedule and expectations. I am a situational judger. When it comes to fun nights with no plans I am fine, but I'd like to know that we are indeed hanging out. 

I do think understanding people's tendencies will make me more accepting of their different working and living styles. 

Relational Leadership Model

Sonder exemplifies the idea of relationships and their importance. Our relationships are an incredible amount of who we are.  From our beginning relationships with our mamas and papas, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, etc. to the ones we choose to have with friends.  Those people have sway on our feelings and behavior.

The relationship between a leader and those being led stems from choice and chance.  It is what a leader does with this choice and chance that is the Relational Leadership Theory.

I like the idea of not only creating a machine that works, but a machine that is close knit and responsive to one another both emotionally and creatively.  I would also enjoy being part of a team that uses Relational Leadership because it sounds much more pleasant and enjoyable to be part of.

This type of leadership relates to the jobs I have had at children's theater camps. Working with kids is great, but they have to have a pleasant, funny, and serious relationship with the teachers.

Relational Leadership is about give and take.  Without give and take there is rarely any development in ideas.  There is also rarely a good relationship.

As for images that represent the social change model, there is obviously the model itself.

But really, people change, and they do it all the time. When people change, society changes.  It takes 10% of a society to change or develop an idea before it exponentially grows into change. I also like this image because it takes an overly dramatic statement and puts it on a unspecific photo.  It is just kinda funny.

Who Am I?

My name is Hannah Baker. I'm from Salem, Oregon. I am 18 years old. I can't choose a favorite color because my preference fluctuates. My favorite food has recently changed to become scrambled eggs. I like the sciences, english, and religion classes. I was thinking about majoring in biology but I am rekindling my interest in art history as that is my Cultures and Ideas class this quarter.  I used to want to curate a museum, specifically the MET in New York. It was a bit ambitious and I have reeled myself in. I would be alright starting smaller and working up to it.

That was some stuff about me individually. Of course, behind every Santa Clara Bronco is a few people who provide support.  My parents are in that number, along with my grandparents.  But the most important people are much smaller than my parents.  They are smaller in stature only.

Gabby and Tristan, on their tenth birthday.

These two are my brother and sister are twins and they are ten.  I suppose these monkeys are what makes leaving hardest. I tell a lot of stories about them and typically show pictures of them off to people. I try and limit it but look at how cute they are!

So that's a quick blurb about me. If you have more questions because I just didn't address something just let me know and I'll answer.  I am stoked to have this class with you all!

See you on Wednesday!