The Socratic Circle of Analysis
Part II: Self Awareness
I am a passionate idealist with very formulated opinions. I am extroverted in social situations and unafraid to voice my opinions. I have always been a leader in group activities, it is the role I am most comfortable in. I try to be just in allowing all other participants to contribute their opinions - but sometimes I roar too loudly and lose others voices in the noise of my own. I am a strong speaker, but I am not very competent in analysis. So, as a defense mechanism, I talk too much and pull logic out of my bottom when I am lost in conversation I do not comprehend. My weakness in a Socratic circle is my strength; my outspokenness.
I must learn to be a better listener. The next Socratic Circle that I cooperate in, I will not speak if I do not know what to say. I will listen as opposed to speak. I will address those who may be too shy to contribute, or don't know how to. I will question what I do not understand to learn. I also must be competent of the topic of discussion. I went into this Socratic Circle without ever having read the text five minutes before the debate - I must educate myself of the topic before I endevour to critique it.
As a participant, I am a "driver." I am incredibly vocal and passionate about my opinions and beliefs, I am also stubborn.
This is a very honest portrait, Courtney. You've taken the time to know yourself, and so you will be able to exercise some discipline. You don't want to lose your outspokenness; rather, you want to know when to use it most effectively. Good reflection!
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