Compton and Hoffman, your textbook authors, caution against falling into the trap of thinking that “each of us has a unique intact optimal personality just waiting to be released like a butterfly waiting to emerge fully formed from a chrysalis.” Explain why the analogy of our full potential to a butterfly waiting to emerge is inaccurate.
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Examples will vary but should have the theme of a process that takes time to develop over time. For example, people may start out pursuing one goal only to realize later that it is not fulfilling.
Cognitive Domain: Analysis
Answer Location: Your Own Inner Hero
Difficulty Level: Medium
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