Exploring Perceptual Styles For Life Success

Online, May 13, 2010 (Newswire.com) - One of the seven principles of Perceptual Style Theory (PST) states that everyone believes that their way of experiencing the world is the right way and (until they learn differently) the only way. It's not a surprising observation in a world where everyone thinks they're right but PST co-creator, Gary Jordan, PhD, says understanding the Perceptual Styles of others is an important life skill. His 7-part series of articles on Perceptual Style Theory aims to explain the reasons for conflict and provide tools for understanding ourselves and others. The fourth article, My Way or the Highway: The Power of Perception is available online at www.YourTalentAdvantage.com

"People experience perceptual differences with others in the way they communicate, deal with conflict and determine what is important," says Gary. "Without the knowledge of Perceptual Styles, all too often people assume these differences are a matter of right and wrong. When it comes down to it, explaining your point of view slowly and loudly will not change the perception of someone who's Perceptual Style is different from yours. "

"It is vital to fully understanding and using your natural skills that you have confidence that your way of perceiving the world is the right way," says Gary. "It is equally important to acknowledge that while it is the right way for you it's not for everyone, and that in fact, there are five other Perceptual Styles that are equally right for those who have them."

Perceptual Style Theory is a behavioral science theory created by Dr. Jordan and his colleague Lynda-Ross Vega. The pair spent 30 years researching and creating PST to help people make sense of the everyday differences they experience with others. PST is a tool that people can easily use to understand themselves and their natural gifts, while also gaining an appreciation for the value of differences and the gifts that other people possess.

"It is impossible to experience how other people perceive the world," says Gary. "While you can and should gain an intellectual understanding and a sincere appreciation of perceptual differences, you cannot have the actual experience of someone else's perception."

"Your Perceptual Style is at the core of a vast array of natural skills and talents that make you uniquely you," he says. "Claiming your natural talents and doing more of what you do best will bring you tremendous satisfaction, meaning, success, and happiness."