Who Am I (DISC with Johari Window)

The Johari Window is a 1955 psychological tool developed by Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham to improve self-awareness, interpersonal communication, and team dynamics. It maps information (feelings, experience, skills) across four quadrants based on whether it is known/unknown to the self or others, helping individuals reduce blind spots and share hidden information.

The Four Quadrants

• Open Area (Arena): Information known to both the self and others (e.g., public behaviours, known strengths).

• Blind Area (Blind Spot): Information known to others but not to the self (e.g., habits, unperceived weaknesses).

• Hidden Area (Facade): Information known to the self but hidden from others (e.g., private feelings, personal secrets).

• Unknown Area: Information unknown to both the self and others (e.g., untapped potential, unconscious feelings).

Using the Tool

• Goal: Increase the size of the "Open Area" through feedback and self-disclosure.

• Action: Individuals often choose adjectives from a list to describe themselves, while peers do the same, revealing gaps between self-perception and external perception.

• Application: Widely used in corporate training, therapy, and coaching to build trust and better communication.

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