Quirkology and the Q Test
Before we go any further, take the Q-Test first. Using the index finger of your dominant hand, trace an imaginary Q on your forehead. Did you point the little downward tail towards the left eye or to the right eye? What is the significance?
U.K. psychologist Richard Wiseman in his book Quirkology, says that this test can help you determine how good you are at lying! He states that “this quick test provides a rough measure of a concept known as self-monitoring. High self-monitors tend to draw the letter Q in a way in which it could be seen by someone facing them, with the tail of the Q facing to the left. Low self-monitors tend to draw the Q in a way in which it could be read by themselves-with the tail facing to the right.” So you might ask what in the world does this has to do with lying?
Wiseman continues, “High self-monitors tend to be concerned with how other people see them. They are happy being the center of attention, can easily adapt their behavior to suit the situation in which they find themselves, and are skilled at manipulating how others see them. As a result they tend to be good at lying. In contrast, low self-monitors come across as being the “same person” in different situations. Their behavior is guided more by their inner feelings and values, and they are less aware of their impact on those around them. They also tend to lie less in life, and therefore are not as skilled at deceit as high self-monitors.”
Dr. Wiseman has used this fun test with groups for years. He has noticed that a small number of people upon learning the workings of the test, convince themselves that they traced the Q in the opposite direction that they actually drew it in order to fit the type of person they want to be. He adds, “as a result the test provides rough indicator of how good you are at deceiving both yourself and others.”
So did the results surprise you? However, it doesn’t matter whether the little tail pointed to the left or the right. Since its just us here-in all honesty most of us need a little help now and then to get where we want to be. Are your habits making you happy? Are your stress and confidence levels where they should be? If not, please check out the affordable transformational ebooks being offered at www.theholisticmall.com on a wide variety of mind body topics.
P.S..-Below are links to two of my favorite books by Dr. Wiseman. Quirkology, referenced in the article above is a treasure trove of interesting and little known psychological facts and pecularities. The Luck Factor explores the differences between lucky and unlucky people and gives practical suggestions on how to bring more good fortune into your life. I have personally experienced good results implementing his techniques
U.K. psychologist Richard Wiseman in his book Quirkology, says that this test can help you determine how good you are at lying! He states that “this quick test provides a rough measure of a concept known as self-monitoring. High self-monitors tend to draw the letter Q in a way in which it could be seen by someone facing them, with the tail of the Q facing to the left. Low self-monitors tend to draw the Q in a way in which it could be read by themselves-with the tail facing to the right.” So you might ask what in the world does this has to do with lying?
Wiseman continues, “High self-monitors tend to be concerned with how other people see them. They are happy being the center of attention, can easily adapt their behavior to suit the situation in which they find themselves, and are skilled at manipulating how others see them. As a result they tend to be good at lying. In contrast, low self-monitors come across as being the “same person” in different situations. Their behavior is guided more by their inner feelings and values, and they are less aware of their impact on those around them. They also tend to lie less in life, and therefore are not as skilled at deceit as high self-monitors.”
Dr. Wiseman has used this fun test with groups for years. He has noticed that a small number of people upon learning the workings of the test, convince themselves that they traced the Q in the opposite direction that they actually drew it in order to fit the type of person they want to be. He adds, “as a result the test provides rough indicator of how good you are at deceiving both yourself and others.”
So did the results surprise you? However, it doesn’t matter whether the little tail pointed to the left or the right. Since its just us here-in all honesty most of us need a little help now and then to get where we want to be. Are your habits making you happy? Are your stress and confidence levels where they should be? If not, please check out the affordable transformational ebooks being offered at www.theholisticmall.com on a wide variety of mind body topics.
P.S..-Below are links to two of my favorite books by Dr. Wiseman. Quirkology, referenced in the article above is a treasure trove of interesting and little known psychological facts and pecularities. The Luck Factor explores the differences between lucky and unlucky people and gives practical suggestions on how to bring more good fortune into your life. I have personally experienced good results implementing his techniques
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