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10 pages of stream-of-consciousness writing where there was no expectation about correct form and
no topic assigned. Jordan responded positively, showing willingness to risk exposure of imperfection
and wrote about himself and family. As a result of the assignment but also his reflection, he began to
understand that not only had he allowed others’ ideas of him to limit what he was willing to do, he had
also put obstacles in his own way, thinking that who his brothers seemed to be (their shadows) should
dictate who Jordan was and should be. He had a long way to go, but this essential insight made a big
difference.
C
RITICAL
T
HINKING
Q
UESTIONS
1. What are five key characteristics of a strong identity?
2. What are four reasons that a person may have a strong sense of self-efficacy?
3.
What are three very explicit examples of personal factors? For each, explain how that factor might
impede
growth and progress
.