An Introduction to the Vritti model

White Personalities > The Ones Who Keep Control by Setting Rules

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They value not only achieving their goals but also ensuring those goals are reached with integrity and adherence to their principles. They hold themselves to high standards, constantly evaluating whether they acted rightly, used resources wisely, and upheld honesty. Expecting others to meet these same standards, they are acutely aware of how present actions shape the future.
Motivated by a strong sense of mission, White Personalities practice self-discipline and strive to live up to their ideals. They are deeply committed to their convictions about right and wrong and often feel driven to contribute to social causes or reforms. Their keen eye for detail and commitment to improvement can extend to even minor issues, reflecting their belief that everything matters.
While they see themselves as logical and reasonable, their actions are often influenced by emotions they interpret as moral imperatives. This makes them determined, responsible, and eager to identify areas for growth.
However, under pressure, they can become overly controlling or rigid, focusing too much on their own perspective of what is "right." This can lead to strained relationships and a tendency to prioritize perfection over connection.
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Core Values

Integrity and Ethics: I value honesty, integrity, and moral principles.
Excellence and Perfection: I strive for excellence and perfection in all that I do.

Perception Filters

Moral Imperatives: I identify moral imperatives and ethical guidelines.
Areas for Improvement: I constantly seek opportunities for improvement and refinement.

Core Fear

Deviation from the Ideal: I fear deviating from what is right and just.
Moral Lapse: I worry about compromising my values or principles.

Core Need

Mastery: I need to feel competent and in control of my abilities.
Validation: I need to feel validated for my efforts and achievements.

Aspirations

Moral Perfection: I aspire to live a morally upright life.
Self-Improvement: I strive to continually improve myself.
Positive Impact: I want to be good and to make a positive impact on the world.

Avoidances

Mistakes: I avoid making mistakes and errors in judgment.
Disorganization: I avoid chaos and disorder.
Emotional Outbursts: I avoid expressing strong negative emotions.

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Path to Balance > White

Intention: I intend to be good, to live ethically and to contribute to a better world.
Focus: I focus on what's right and what's wrong.
Traps: I have a tendency to immediately notice flaws or what isn’t right in what others say or do, often focusing on imperfections rather than the bigger picture. To preempt criticism, I may overexplain my actions or justify myself, even when it’s unnecessary. At times, I can be highly critical or sarcastic in my observations, pointing out issues with precision while maintaining a controlled and composed tone. This can create tension, as others may feel judged or misunderstood, even if my intentions are constructive.
Development Tracks: I recognize that others take problems seriously too, even if their approach or perspective differs from mine. By being more respectful and genuinely curious about their viewpoints, I can build stronger, more collaborative relationships. Growth also comes from allowing myself to engage in lighter, more creative, and spontaneous activities. When I embrace humor and fun, I not only feel more balanced, but I also bring a more uplifting energy to those around me. I develop as I learn to accept reality as it is, rather than focusing on what it "should" be. By letting go of constant judgment and embracing what is, I become more grounded and realistic, better equipped to discern the most constructive course of action in any situation.

Others' Perception > White

What others appreciate: Their sense of responsibility, the importance they place on keeping their word and respecting principles; their accurate perception of the way things should be and their ability to take all the details into account.
What others apprehend: The way they are sometimes too attached to positions of principle and their tendency to always know better than others; their difficulty in relaxing and being satisfied with a job until it is perfect, or in delegating it.

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Validation Questions > White

How did you react when a job was badly done?
Were you familiar with inner criticism?
Did you find it easy to relax? How did you relax?
Was it important to you to do things well?
How did you react when you made a mistake?

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