This essay will be discussing the application of two distinct personality theories from the perspective of literature, videography and life achievements of a Caribbean personality. Our chosen personality theories include Carl Rogers humanistic approach, and Alfred Adler’s Neo-Freudian’s theory. We will be applying these theories to the late former Prime Minister Errol Barrow. Both theories will be represented in respect of their individual attributes. The principal components of the humanistic theory that we will include consist of: self-actualization, self-concept
, congruence, self-esteem, distortion, and the need for positive regard. The primary components of the Adlerian theory that we will make mention of include: family constellation …show more content…
In this essay we will be focusing on Roger’s views of Humanistic psychology and theory of personality. Roger’s theory of personality is a holistic and phenomenological approach to the description of individualism, Carl Rogers, humanistic psychologist and psychotherapist, where his approach can be defined as “A psychological model that emphasizes an individual's phenomenal world and inherent capacity for making rational choices and developing to maximum potential” (Gerrig, Richard J. & Phillip G. Zimbardo., 2002). Phenomenology was an important aspect of his approach where it refuted purely objective measures that were seen as less introspective in choice of a more subjective value, which allowed for deep introspection and rich information from an individual (Orbe, 2009). His person-centered approach formulated his beliefs on how people can develop a sense of self, which allows them to understand how their attitudes, feelings and behaviour …show more content…
Adler also posited that social interest is not only a natural instinct of all people, but also that it was the responsibly of their family unit to foster that interest within their members.
Adler believed that social interest is an attitude or outlook towards furthering the welfare of others. Having a deep sense of belonging with your fellow man, will aid in emphathizing with others and their situation. Individuals with a strong sense of social interest will engage in activities with the goal of enhancing welfare on a community
, congruence, self-esteem, distortion, and the need for positive regard. The primary components of the Adlerian theory that we will make mention of include: family constellation …show more content…
In this essay we will be focusing on Roger’s views of Humanistic psychology and theory of personality. Roger’s theory of personality is a holistic and phenomenological approach to the description of individualism, Carl Rogers, humanistic psychologist and psychotherapist, where his approach can be defined as “A psychological model that emphasizes an individual's phenomenal world and inherent capacity for making rational choices and developing to maximum potential” (Gerrig, Richard J. & Phillip G. Zimbardo., 2002). Phenomenology was an important aspect of his approach where it refuted purely objective measures that were seen as less introspective in choice of a more subjective value, which allowed for deep introspection and rich information from an individual (Orbe, 2009). His person-centered approach formulated his beliefs on how people can develop a sense of self, which allows them to understand how their attitudes, feelings and behaviour …show more content…
Adler also posited that social interest is not only a natural instinct of all people, but also that it was the responsibly of their family unit to foster that interest within their members.
Adler believed that social interest is an attitude or outlook towards furthering the welfare of others. Having a deep sense of belonging with your fellow man, will aid in emphathizing with others and their situation. Individuals with a strong sense of social interest will engage in activities with the goal of enhancing welfare on a community