Phenomenological approach to personality

Carl Rogers is one of the founders of humanistic psychology, an approach to psychology that emphasizes the idea that people have the capacity and potential for growth. In this discussion, you will reflect on Rogerss contributions to phenomenological psychology, particularly how analyzing ones true self is an essential aspect of understanding personality. Before completing this discussion, review Ch. 5, Phenomenological Theory: The Personality Theory of Rogers, and Ch. 6, Rogerss Phenomenological Theory: Applications, Related Theoretical Conceptions, and Contemporary Research, in your textbook. Respond to the following: According to Carl Rogers, what is the significance of congruence between self and experience? How does this concept provide insight into an individuals personality? How do we manage incongruence? Provide a personal example of a situation in which you worked through inconsistency between self and experience and address the following: How might the incongruence have impacted your emotions and behaviors in the situation? What are some internal and external factors that would have helped you feel more congruence in the situation? Response Requirements By Thursday, respond to the prompt above in a minimum of 175 words. By Monday, post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.