A
totally interesting lecture led by our classmates, Ben, Esther and Maia! Thank
you guys so much for the insights on “uncertainty avoidance”. I especially like the first game and the
final debate. Although the game is simple, it does reflect the degree of faith people
have in others and also their ranking on the uncertainty avoidance spectrum.
When people fell backward, they may be nervous since their eyes were covered
and they had no idea how many people would be holding them. If they hesitated for
a longer time that might suggesting higher uncertainty avoidance.As for the
final debate, I think it is inspiring to consider advantages as well as
disadvantages of changing jobs. For me, it’s like a paradox you gain from both
actions but costs are definitely needed. Stable jobs may offer you a relaxing
and comfortable life but you may lose opportunities to experience something
different and discover what you truly like.
In fact I am a high uncertainty avoidance
person. I prefer stable routines and guidelines for specific tasks but I do
realize the pros of being not so afraid of uncertainty. Thus I am now trying to
make changes by meeting new people, trying things I have never done before and
even having different life styles. I was really inspired by one sentence in the
short introductory video Ben showed in class, “routines are good but let people
(with high uncertainty avoidance) get to the adventure of life!”
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