Every day, we have to make decisions. Some of the decisions we make are large and some are small. In fact, it is thought that we make about 35,000 conscious decisions every day.
One of the decisions that we may have to make is in regard to choosing a seat on a bus. It might seem like a simple decision, but the ‘Bus Seat Dilemma’ is actually an ingenious psychological exercise.
By choosing your seat according to the image we have for you here, it can identify your personality traits. All you have to do is choose which of these selections works best for you, and then uncover the truth about your inner self below.
First of all, imagine that you are on a crowded bus and there is only one free seat. Four people need the seat and each person has a different circumstance. Your choice will reveal some facets of your personality and values that are very telling.
A: The Mother Holding a Baby
If your first instinct is to help the mother with the baby, it means you are empathetic and nurturing. More than likely, you tend to be friendly and compassionate, and people like being with you because you are approachable. You tend to be a warm and harmonious person and you pull in those who are also interested in a strong sense of community.
B: The Elderly Lady
If your first instinct is to give the seat to an elderly woman, you have a deep respect for traditional values. You tend to be a very structured and courteous individual and when you make decisions, you put a lot of thought into them before you act. You also respect the wisdom of others around you, but you act with caution when you make a choice.
C: Man on Crutches
If you opt for the man on crutches, then you are an adventurous individual that goes on instinct. You tend to be on hand when help is needed and you are the first on scene. When life throws a challenge in your way, you put your best foot forward and adapt as necessary. This makes you a natural-born leader and you tend to face new situations with courage.
D: The Sick Man (Zombie)
If you would help the sick man first, you tend to be someone interested in justice. You have a responsibility and a sense of duty that affects your actions but you don’t trust people easily. When someone has an urgent need you see it as a priority and you want to help. You are a reliable and fair person who values genuineness in others.
The ‘Bus Seat Dilemma’ is more than a simple exercise. Each of the decisions that could be made shows the instincts that you have on the inside. It allows your inner self and perspective to be seen more clearly.
Kindness is not always the easiest thing to show but it is an important part of who we are as people. Take the information that you learn from this simple exercise and make your life even better.