Question

In your own words what is the Johari window? List each pane, and what they represent.

How did the Johari window get it's name?

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement, "It's easier to live life as an open book". Support your answer.

What are the benefits, (if any) of having a large Blind area? Support your answer.

Answer 1

There are different personality theories proposed so far. But personally i feel that "Johari Window" is the best personality theory. Joseph Luft and Harrignton Ingham pioneered this theory in 1955. Thus the theory is called as "Johari" window.

I prefer this theory and have chosen it because it conveys the essence of the concept personality in a holistic manner, reflects freedom and further it tends to be perhaps the simplest one.

The theory/ model includes the four quandrants-

1- Open arena- Personality facets known to the self and others too.

2- Facade- Aspects of personality known to the self but not known to others.

3- Blind spot- The attributes that are not known by the self but others know them well.

4- Unkwon- An area that reflects the personality traits neither known by the self nor by others.

The personality of the concerned person/ the subject is attempted to comprehend on the basis of 56 adjectives designed in the concept of Johari window.

Some of these adjectives are- idealistic, adaptable, nervous, responsive, caring, kind, complex, spontaneous, shy, extrovert, introvert etc.

Considering the adjectives framework and after taking the feedback from others, the five repititive adjectives that describe my personality are- extrovert, energetic, trustworthy, friendly and self conscious.

"It's easier to live life as an open book". This is because of several reasons- Our personality attributes must be known by us and the others as well. There has to be extrovertness and amicability. Being social is a blessing. Human being is basically a social animal. Sharing enhances affection and being open reduces negativity and stress.

Personally, i feel that there are no fine benefits of the blind area.