St. Francis of Assisi's Discernment and Choice of Career

Flashcards covering John L. Holland's Vocational Choice Theory, Donald Super's career development concepts, external career factors, and the career discernment journey of St. Francis of Assisi.

According to Proverbs 3:5–6, how should a person approach life planning and decision-making?

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, do not rely on your own intelligence, and be mindful of Him in all your ways so He will make your paths straight.

How is career discernment defined beyond choosing what is profitable or popular?

It is about discovering where you can grow, find meaning, and use what God has given you in service of others.

What is the core premise of John L. Holland's Vocational Choice Theory?

Career choices are manifestations or expressions of our personality.

What are the six personality types in John L. Holland's RIASEC model?

Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional.

Which career development model is depicted in this hexagonal chart classifying personality types and sample careers?

John L. Holland's Vocational Choice Theory (RIASEC model).

How does Holland's theory describe the Realistic type, and what are sample careers for this group?

Described as practical and firm but somehow aloof; suitable careers include factory workers, farmers, and agriculturists.

What traits define Holland's Investigative type, and which professions fit them?

Curious, problem-solving, analytical, and working best alone like solving a puzzle; suitable professions include mathematicians, scientists, and investigators.

What characteristics and career options represent the Artistic type in Holland's framework?

Imaginative, full of ideas, and expressive with creative juices; ideal careers include actors, painters, novelists, and writers.

How does Holland characterize the Social personality type, and what roles suit them?

People who like to socialize and work with others; suitable roles include teachers, politicians, counsellors, and social workers.

What are the hallmarks and recommended careers of Holland's Enterprising type?

Good at selling themselves and engaging as public speakers; ideal careers include lawyers, entrepreneurs, and sales agents.

What defines the Conventional type under Holland's Vocational Choice Theory?

A focus on ensuring resources are used in a practical and efficient manner; suitable careers include accountants, managers, and stock market analysts.

What central idea did American psychologist Donald Super propose regarding career paths?

A person's career path is a lifelong process and is causally related to an individual's perception of his own self.

How does Jose Mari Chan's career illustrate that personality does not strictly limit a person to one path?

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Ateneo de Manila University before balancing a massive music career alongside running sugar milling and manufacturing enterprises.

How does actress Jodi Sta. Maria's career path illustrate Donald Super's theory?

She graduated with a degree in Psychology from Southville International School and Colleges but chose to work as an actress rather than practicing as a clinical psychologist.

What four external factors affecting career choice are highlighted alongside Holland and Super's theories?

Family/Parental Expectations, Economic Status, Community and Culture, and Employment Opportunities.

How can family or parental expectations act as an external career influence, particularly in Asian families?

A teenager's career choice often depends on family needs or expectations, such as being expected to take over a family-owned business.

Why is economic status a critical external factor when considering college education and careers?

College education involves significant costs, especially with top universities being private, requiring students to consider expenses, scholarships, state universities, or affordable options.

What was St. Francis of Assisi's social class background during his youth?

He was born into a wealthy merchant family, but despite potentially having greater wealth than the upper class, he was not considered part of the nobility due to lacking royal lineage.

Which two social factions fought in the civil war in Assisi during St. Francis' youth?

The Minores (merchants and common folks) and the Majores (noble families).

What occurred to St. Francis during the Battle of Collestrada in 1202?

Francis joined the battle as a soldier fighting for the Minores against the Majores from Perugia, was captured, and became a prisoner of war (POW).

He returned in 1204 after his family paid a large ransom, following a long illness.

When did Francis return to Assisi after being held as a prisoner of war, and under what conditions?

Count Walter III.

Who invited Francis to Spoleto to fulfill his ambition of becoming a knight with the Pope's blessings?

What life-changing question did God ask Francis in his vision at Spoleto?

"Who is better to serve, the servant or the Lord?"

According to Erik Erikson's development theory, which stage characterized St. Francis' early struggle to find his place in society?

Identity vs. role confusion.

What paternal pressure influenced Francis' early ambitions of knighthood and upper-class entry?

Francis' father was conscious of the class divide and strongly desired for his son to become an accepted member of the noble upper class.