Three initial Challenges
appreciation / confidence/ influence At the center of the model, a triangle is drawn first. It represents the three major questions that guide our adaptation to the world:
What makes me feel secure? Even before we could formulate these questions, we were exposed to their underlying issues. Depending on our sensitivity, one of these issues became more prominent in our consciousness than the others.
In each case, our interaction with others and the world revolves around:
Level of appreciation: what value do others and the world give me? Level of confidence: what trust-based support do others and the world offer me? Level of influence: how much autonomy do others and the world allow me? Based on the perceptual filters associated with our Vrittis and the adaptive strategies we adopt, we construct a set of beliefs and references. As these become ingrained in our minds, we interpret the reactions of our environment as confirmations of our initial perceptions.
With the foundations of our personality thus established, each of us uniquely organizes the interplay of the three major adaptive intelligences inherent to our human nature.
The Responses of the three Adaptative Intelligences
Getting in Touch - Relational Intelligence
green / purple / red When a Vritti primarily direct my attention towards the use of the relational intelligence, what often comes to mind is: “I have no intrinsic value; I must first acquire it through the gaze of others”.
My challenge is then to retain their attention by:
Impressing them with my achievements Standing out so much that they can't ignore me
Seeking to Understand - Cognitive Intelligence
orange / pink / blue When a Vritti primarily direct my attention towards the use of the cognitive intelligence, what often comes to mind is: “I cannot rely on the support of others; I must rely on my own understanding of the situation”.
My challenge is then to ensure a secure environment by:
Preserving resources and protecting my inner space Distrusting everything and constantly testing those around me Planning enjoyable activities and avoiding pain
Moving to Action - Kinesthetic Intelligence
grey / yellow / white When a Vritti primarily direct my attention towards the use of the kinesthetic intelligence, what often comes to mind is: “I have no inherent power of influence; I must earn it through my actions”.
My challenge is then to promote autonomy and act freely by:
Taking the lead and demonstrating strength and determination Blending in and showing flexibility and conciliation Being critical and demonstrating rigor and responsibility
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