The Well-adjusted Person
The essential characteristics of the person who has achieved good adjustment appear below. (It is hoped that this will help to foster the development of these objectives.)
- Having a practical and realistic attitude toward oneself most of the time
- Being aware of one's wants, motives, and ways to live
- Feelings of self-esteem
- Feelings of psychological security
- Ability to give affection
- Ability to accept affection
- Ability to be productive
- Knowledge of one's'own stress levels
- A drive to help control one's environment rather than passively accepting it
- A drive to change when one becomes uncomfortable
- Flexibility in behavior
- Knowing when to worry and when not to worry
