According to this quiz, I have an ISFP personality type. However, I personally don’t feel like it describes me and I have previously received other answers in other quizzes that I have done such as ISTJ and ISTP so I don’t think that I am firmly placed into this category. The results that I got were pretty borderline.

In terms of the parts of the results that resonate with me, I think that the website describes me at “Fiercely Independent” and  “adventurers can usually call the past the past and move on as though it never occurred.” I think that these things are pretty accurate as I think that I can move on quite easily and don’t enjoy being forced to do things and would rather have the freedom to chose my path. Additionally, in terms of friendships, the website reads “while very emotional individuals, they guard this sensitive core carefully, preferring to listen than to express. People with the Adventurer personality type focus instead on their partners, with little interest in dictating the mood of a situation with their own feelings” I think that this accurately describes me as I don’t like to share very much about myself and need time to warm up to people. Additionally, I think the sections about spontaneity and the need for change appeals to me. The website says “if Adventurers can’t feel excited in wondering “what’s next?” every morning, they may find themselves wondering “what’s the point?” which is something that I think applies to the way I live.

In terms of what I don’t think works for me, the website consistently describes the personality type as artistic and creative and uninterested in long-term plans or “intellectually exhausting pastimes like debates over European economic policy won’t hold their attention long.” These are features that I disagree with.

• What is the environment?

The environment encompasses the earth, nature and all living organisms. It describes surroundings, the climate and the areas that humans and other species inhabit. In the media, it tends to relate to nature and natural resources including forests, oceans, and mountains, but also could include urban spaces. It typically represents the diverse ecosystems, species and places that span throughout the world. Scientifically, the environment is being significantly damaged by human activity through emissions, the extractions of natural materials, agricultural practices; essentially the environment is being destroyed through humanity’s lifestyle. 

• Why are some environmental issues more attractive than others?

Some environmental issues could be considered more attractive as a result of the way humans view the impacts and consequences of the problems. Humans might feel more sympathy or empathy when faced with certain issues that appeal to personal emotions and thus, more individuals could feel compelled to advocate for such causes. For example, issues regarding animals or “cute” things might gain more popularity as they could both easier to handle and appealing to everyone. Additionally, issues that might be simpler to resolve or that have a definite solution could be easier to be interested in as people can get the satisfaction of helping the environment in a quicker way. By being able to gain the instant results, people may be more attracted to certain issues as a result of human nature. 

• How do environmental attitudes vary and change?(Are we (humans) deliberatively destructive?)

Environments attitudes could adjust and vary due to humanity’s experiences. Personally, I believe that the attitudes could be primarily based on the way governments and media portray the environment compared to economic/technological progress. For instance, the current administration in the USA doesn’t seem to believe that climate change and global warming are vital issues as shown by their national withdrawal from the Paris accords. As a consequence, corporations and the general public may not be as motivated to engage in eco-friendly behaviour. It can be argued that humans are deliberately destructive, however, I think that humanity simply values their personal successes over the state of the planet and the environment. 

• Where do our environmental values come from? (Do humans have the right to use the environment and other species for their own needs, as some faiths suggest? Do we have a responsibility to protect the environment for future generations?)

These values could come from our culture and our upbringing but could also mirror the values of contemporary society. Certain cultures may have specific opinions regarding the environment and these could depend on their faith and prioritisation of economic progress. Additionally, the government and local authorities could also play a role in our environmental values as if an individual has been normalised to eco-friendly behaviour, they could be inclined to advocate for sustainability. Personally, I believe that my paradigm regarding the environment is significantly influenced by my experiences with UWC. As a school focused on creating a sustainable future, we’ve been taught to advocate for the environment and to be active on the issues that are important to us.

• Are you an environmental activist? (What changes, modifications and adjustments are necessary for a turn-around to refocus our efforts on sustainable lifestyles?)

Personally, I believe that the environment is a significant part of our lives and thus, must be protected, however, I think I tend to be an activist for other issues. I do believe I attempt to help the environment by trying to conserve energy and water while also limiting waste and my carbon footprint. I think that by implementing certain policies or technologies, people can lead a more sustainable life. Despite this, I think that us, as humans still have a long way to go in order to lead sustainable, minimal waste lives. In order to do this, I believe that governments and international organisations must take the lead and enforce stringent policies in order to curb the rising sea levels, the loss of rainforests and other environmental issues.