Tranquil Inertia
Do you have a place you go to relax? Get away from work, stress, commitments? Disengage? That’s tranquil inertia.
Paradox theory in Harrison Job Suitability Assessments identifies “tranquil inertia” as part of the Paradox for “Motivation”. Self-Motivation and Stress Management may seem to be contrary traits, however when a high intensity exists in both traits you reach an area of “Poised Achievement”.
However, if your preference for self-motivation is low and your stress management is high, you probably operate routinely in tranquil inertia. When the preference to achieve is greater than your ability to manage stress, you may develop an underlying desire to have a respite from your hard work, in other words you seek a place of Tranquil Inertia.
Typical activities individuals may engage in for their place of tranquility are:
- Mowing the lawn
- Sitting on the deck while the waves wash in
- Taking a leisurely drive or walk
Harrison Assessments Talent Solutions system identifies one’s tendency for Tranquil Inertia. Harrison’s SmartQuestionnaire℠ measures 12 behavioral Paradoxes including the the Motivation Paradox facilitating an understanding of one’s imbalances, potential for stress reactions, and strategies for balancing the paradoxes for optimal performance and relationships. Both for hiring and development, awareness of the Paradoxes is highly effective for improved talent management.
Dawson Consulting Group is a Harrison Assessments Solutions Partner.
