High Social Interest Score

After taking the Social Interest test, the results showed that I had a high social interest score. Social interest encompasses attitudes such as cooperation, companionship, and courage. A high score indicates that individuals are usually more cooperative with others, are able to be a better companion to others, and do things for the good of society. Typically, those with higher social interest become advocates for things such as women’s right and diversity. I would agree with the result of having a high social interest score, and many of the characteristics that goes along with a high score. Typically, I always try to get along and cooperate with others. I do not like confrontation or disagreeing with others, so I will usually do anything possible to avoid that confrontation and just get along. I will usually fall into a follower position in group settings and just go along with what the leader(s) decide should be done. I am usually very comfortable with being in the background and going along with what others decide to do, as long as it is nothing I see as immoral or not socially acceptable. Another aspect that a high score indicates is the attitude to do what is best for society. I usually try to be a good member of society,
and a good person in general. I follow the norms of what society finds good, as well as what I feel makes me a good person. I try to always be kind and accepting of others, which I feel helps spread diversity. I usually do this by being a good listener, and making sure that others always know I am there to support them. I also agree with the characteristic of being an advocate for different causes or policies, such as women’s rights or diversity. I am personally a big supporter of women’s rights and am very open about that. For issues such as these, I am not afraid to speak my mind because it is what I feel is right, and what I think is good for my community. I feel that being an advocate for such things fits in with doing what is best for society. Another characteristic that encompasses social interest is companionship.
Of some of the different characteristics of high social interest, I think that this one really describes me. I feel that I am always concerned with and trying to be a good companion. I really care about my friends, and just want to be there for them. I try to always make sure I am being a good friend to them by making sure I am helping them with whatever they need help with, or talking with them whenever they need someone to talk to. My roommate usually comes to me with many of her problems, and I always listen to her and try to give good advice when she needs it. I feel that my friendship with here really exemplifies how much I care about being a good
companion. Overall, I agree with the results and the different characteristics social interest encompasses. I also agree with Adler’s belief that human beings have an innate need to belong. No one likes to feel like they do not belong, and personally I usually try to fit in and find somewhere I feel like I belong.