Before delving into the positions, it is important to understand the red and green filters on the model. These filters represent the how the individual is relating to others in this proposed theory with the internal voice represented as green and external voice represented as red. These filters are based on Baxter-Magolda’s (1999) theory of Self-Authorship, which explain the concept of by listening to the external, such as family or teachers, and following formulas based on what these external factors expect. As an individual moves through Baxter-Magolda’s (1999) stages, they begin to think and perceive the world according to their internal foundation. As the positions are explained, it is critical to consider how external and internal factors
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For example, an individual may explain their reasoning for choosing a major as other people telling them they would be successful in the position. This may be because the major tends to lead to a career that is considered respectable and/or because others view it as a good fit for the individual. As explained by Baxter-Magolda (1999), “in their attempts to function independently and contextually, they begin to internalize external “shoulds” to decide knowledge claims” (p. 72). Individuals often feel like their choice checks off the logical boxes in their head for what they want in a major/career at surface level such as salary, creativity, or respectability; and often consider this information enough to make a choice because of external and internal pressures (Gordon & Steele, 2015). For example, Mau (2004) has suggested that family may play a significant role in the decision-making process of Asian American students, particularly when students are more acculturated to mainstream U.S. culture compared to their parents. When an individual is in this position they are lacking deep, critical thinking as well as considering how they emotionally feel about their decision. The focus for this individual tends to be what should be the right fit, rather than what is …show more content…
The have the ability to understand how multiple factors, such as skills, interests, values, and abilities may interweave in their final decision (Jones and Chenery, 1980). This individual is able to understand that while they may have the option to choose any major, certain majors may be better than others based on their specific qualities. At this point they still have not been able to commit to a final choice, but they are likely able to at least eliminate unacceptable alternatives (Brown et al., 2011). This ability to eliminate demonstrates they are able to understand how to weigh their options and differentiate which route is “more” valid for them based on their personal abilities, interests, skills, and values. The individual is able to view the authority as a guide at this point, rather than the holder of the truth (Perry, 1970; Belenky et al.,
For example, an individual may explain their reasoning for choosing a major as other people telling them they would be successful in the position. This may be because the major tends to lead to a career that is considered respectable and/or because others view it as a good fit for the individual. As explained by Baxter-Magolda (1999), “in their attempts to function independently and contextually, they begin to internalize external “shoulds” to decide knowledge claims” (p. 72). Individuals often feel like their choice checks off the logical boxes in their head for what they want in a major/career at surface level such as salary, creativity, or respectability; and often consider this information enough to make a choice because of external and internal pressures (Gordon & Steele, 2015). For example, Mau (2004) has suggested that family may play a significant role in the decision-making process of Asian American students, particularly when students are more acculturated to mainstream U.S. culture compared to their parents. When an individual is in this position they are lacking deep, critical thinking as well as considering how they emotionally feel about their decision. The focus for this individual tends to be what should be the right fit, rather than what is …show more content…
The have the ability to understand how multiple factors, such as skills, interests, values, and abilities may interweave in their final decision (Jones and Chenery, 1980). This individual is able to understand that while they may have the option to choose any major, certain majors may be better than others based on their specific qualities. At this point they still have not been able to commit to a final choice, but they are likely able to at least eliminate unacceptable alternatives (Brown et al., 2011). This ability to eliminate demonstrates they are able to understand how to weigh their options and differentiate which route is “more” valid for them based on their personal abilities, interests, skills, and values. The individual is able to view the authority as a guide at this point, rather than the holder of the truth (Perry, 1970; Belenky et al.,