Comments on: The Self-Actualizing Personality

By: Shaun

Shaun — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 15:05:04 +0000

Jason, you should also look into Too Many Aptitudes in case that provides another giant clue for your self discovery. < -- that's the original article that kicked the whole thing off. Also google that phrase for many more resources on the subject. As for finding groups of self actualizers...I'd recommend starting with your interests and checking out local clubs (as in student or service organizations, not night clubs) and companies. It's hit and miss, but if there are a few self actualizers in charge, they'll create the sort of culture you want. I used to do that in my classes when I taught college, and also found it in several student clubs/student government organizations I was involved in. In other words: keep your eyes open for go-getters doing something above the norm. Oh, yeah, the internet is another good place to look. Start with your interests and see if someone great will let you team up with them, or start your own movement! For example, I've been working on love.UofLIFE.com for the last little while, and I hope to turn it into something that draws many people together soon!!

By: Jason

Jason — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 01:03:06 +0000

I’ve been looking for “what” it is about me that quantifies my peculiar personality and perspective. There is no doubt, this is exactly “what” it is… Those of you who have also reached this place will understand exactly what I mean when I say, it’s a very lonely and frustrating world. Every piece throughout this paper accurately describes that which I’ve been unable to effectively communicate to others. I have almost the complete opposite reaction to any situation than that of a “normal” person. When I do not react in a socially appropriate manner, it’s interpreted as arrogant or cold or… well I’m sure there are more adjectives employed, but (even to my surprise), despite every single person I know showing disapproval and even sometimes disappointment, they have absolutely no effect whatsoever on my ego or self-esteem. First thing that comes to mind at that point, am I a sociopath? But my deep level of empathy and love for first myself, but for everyone everywhere, quickly sooths any objective questions of being unbalanced. In fact, perhaps the topic that currently holds my biggest passion, is the life robbing inhibitions that our society places on our people. I just want to shake them and say, “yes you can”, “you can do that”… “just because you were raised poor and white trash, does not predetermine your abilities”. I seemingly care more about other people’s potential more than they do themselves. Anyway, I’m looking for a place where like-minded people meet, a “tribe” as per Seth Godin. If someone sees this comment and thinks they might know of such a place, please send me an email. If not, and you’re someone like me who stumbled upon this page… email me anyway. You never know what could come from such a chance encounter.

By: Trevor

Trevor — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:36:33 +0000

This article was awesome. It felt like going home. It was an unexpected and outrageously accurate description of how I am. It was like finally putting my name to a face.

By: will

will — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:55:01 +0000

I was diagnosed in college with this disorder and extensively studied as a result; testing, counselling and interviews. This happened 30 years ago. I had always viewed it as not a defect, but close. Thank you for putting it in a light i can now understand and use. Your paper provides an excellent cheat sheet for dealing with distractions.

By: Syeda

Syeda — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:53:53 +0000

this article is vey informative n it helps me in making my project.. 🙂 thnx