OCEAN Analysis

Regarding my OCEAN results.

Reminder: O - Openness, C - Conscientiousness, E - Extroversion, A - Agreeableness, N - Neuroticism

Self scoring - this was not the first time I attempted the OCEAN quiz. My original attempt resulted in high OC and extremely low (single digit) AN scores. The previous results likely contributed to how I recently generated the near-100% OC scores; this may be a form of confirmation bias. Perhaps I subconsciously thought "I scored high OC and low AN. How confusing and uncomfortable different results in a half-year would be! I will answer in a way that confirms the previous results." I hope and trust this is not the case.

Friend's scoring - the only directional difference than my own scoring and the scoring of my friends is E. I understand and appreciate my friends' scoring and their perception of me. I think the most likely analysis is their perception of a higher E score is based on the amount of effort I place into maintaining friendships.

My current understanding of myself is "high OC, low AN, flexible E." The actual numbers have no weight in my understanding.

No score is "bad" or "good." It is how these elements of personality are utilized to make a man great. I humbly accept any positive words from encouragement from the results. Each personality dimension can be utilized with negative consequences. I can identify weaknesses for each of my scores: with high O I do not possess many opinions that I hold extremely strongly - I admire some who believe something to their very core. With high C I sometimes find myself dissatisfied with simply relaxing or may pursue a goal longer than is necessary. With low A I find myself always ready for a healthy debate - some may find a constant debate exhausting. With low N I do not typically focus on self-reflection - imagine the growth potential on more self-reflection!

Consider the limitations of the test. The test is only useful in understanding a small snapshot of one's five tenancies in life. The test consists of only a few questions answered by the test taker. The most relevant test is life itself. A better test would be an analysis of day-to-day analysis of circumstances relevant to the five personality traits. Another test more relevant to an online self-evaluation would be an evaluation with a competent professional.

The scores do not define the taker. Scores can change over the course of one's life and even day-to-day (within some reasonable limit).

The OCEAN test is one step in the journey of  the concept of "know thyself." "Know thyself" is wisdom given to the present time from multiple ancient cultures. All present should listen.