The 10 Basic Interests

Try to identify your top two or three personal highs

Do the scoring in the table provided to help you see through blind spots that might exist Re-read the full description of the top 2 or 3 basic interests you have identified and then re-rank them if necessary Note about the titles of the 10 basic interests:

They are metaphorical images to identify life interests

They are Not employment recommendations!

In small groups
Discuss 1. 2. 3. 4. Possible insights for your career Possible fears or assumptions that can keep you from making a foray into this area Existing mental models you hold about this area/ occupations that fall under this basic interest What might be some alternate ideas in pursuing a career that will cater to this particular basic interest

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How might (or might not) this basic interest be combined with your other basic interests that are ranked in the number 2 and number 3 position?
What are some of the challenges that people with this basic interest might typically face ? How can you overcome them?