Johari Window

A Johari window is a cognitive psychological tool /model that can be used to improve understanding between individuals Developed by Joseph Luft and Harry Ingham in 1955 (the word Johari comes from Joseph Luft and Harry Ingham). Used to help people better understand their interpersonal communication and relationships. It is used primarily in self-help groups and corporate settings as a heuristic exercise. Individuals can build trust between themselves by disclosing information about themselves. They can learn about themselves and come to terms with personal issues with the help of feedback from others.

Four quadrants
Window 1 is the part of ourselves that we see and others see. Window 2 is the aspect that others see but we are not aware of. Window 3 is the most mysterious room in that the unconscious or subconscious bit of us is seen by neither ourselves nor others. Window 4 is our private space, which we know but keep from others.

 Using the Johari model, each person is represented by their own four-quadrant, or four-pane, window. Each of these contains and represents personal information - feelings, motivation - about the person, and shows whether the information is known or not known by themselves or other people.

Quadrant 1: Open Area/public

What is known by the person about him/herself and is also known by others It relates to things known to myself and others. For example, a persons height, eye color and occupation all fall under the open area. The more you know about yourself and the more you reveal to others, the larger your open arena. Communication is open, with minimal defensiveness.

Quadrant 2: Blind Area, or "Blind Spot

What is unknown by the person about him/herself but which others know. This can be simple information, or can involve deep issues (for example, feelings of inadequacy, incompetence, unworthiness, rejection) which are difficult for individuals to face directly, and yet can be seen by others It is the window showing things other people know about me, but which I dont know about myself; it is sometimes called the spinach in the tooth: or bad breath window. Also included here may be such things as physical mannerisms and certain personality characteristics. (for example, a person who gets angry quite easily but sees him/herself as a calm individual).

Quadrant 3: Hidden/facade/Avoided Area

What the person knows about him/herself that others do not. It relates to things I know about myself, but other people dont know, which means I wish to keep them hidden This is the skeleton in the closet window. It has to do with our personal, private self, and includes our opinions, attitudes and biases. How much we keep hidden depends on how close we are to another person; we usually reveal more about ourselves to people we trust. Included in the facade window may be such things as previous bad school or work Experiences, unwanted personality traits, and negative reactions towards another person. A variation of this facade is the false facade. This relates to things I think are hidden from the other person but which really are not. For example, I may dislike another person, yet try to be nice; however, (s)he sees through my false facade and detects the underlying hostility.

Quadrant 4: Unknown Area

What is unknown by the person about him/herself and is also unknown to others It is called unknown because it relates to things neither I nor the other person know about me things which are usually hidden in the unconscious. We know the unconscious exists because we occasionally act out certain behaviors and have trouble tracing back the reasons for them.

A large open area

Known To Self
Unknown to Self

Known to Others

Open/ Public

Blind Spot

Unknown to Others

Hidden/ Facade Area

Unknown

The open-receptive person has a large public area, reflecting someone who is open about him/herself and receptive to feedback from others. This is the person who has a clear self-image and enough confidence in who he/she is to be visible to others. In most roles, the openreceptive person has every chance to be successful.

A large hidden area

Unkno wn to Self Blind Spot

Known To Self Known to Others Open/ Public

Hidden/ Facade Unknow Area n to Others

Unknown

A large hidden area, reflecting someone who keeps information to him/herself. This is a person who is always asking for information and giving little in return. People tend to feel defensive and resentful with this individual

A large blind area

A large blind area, reflecting someone who talks a lot but does not listen too well. This is the person who is preoccupied with him/herself, and doesnt know when to keep quiet. People tend to get annoyed with this person and eventually will either actively or passively learn to shut him/her up.

Known To Self

Unknown to Self

Known to Others

Open/ Public

Blind Spot

Unknow n to Others

Hidden/ Facade Area

Unknown

A large unknown area

Known To Self Known to Others

Unknown to Self Blind Spot

Open/ Public

Unknown to Others

Hidden/ Facade Unknown Area

A large unknown area, reflects a lack of self knowledge and understanding. This is the person you cant figure out. The persons behavior tends to be unpredictable and security oriented. People tend to feel insecure and confused about expectations

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