Psychological Concepts for Developing a Strong Personality and Leadership – As per Dr. Arun K Shukla
Chief Mentor, Psychologist & Faculty Captain – La Militaire Academy
The Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) in the Services Selection Board (SSB) is not about storytelling ability but about how a candidate’s personality, values, and Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs) are reflected through narratives. For girl candidates, it becomes especially important to showcase qualities that balance sensitivity with strength, empathy with decisiveness, and individuality with teamwork.
When writing TAT stories, a girl candidate must relate her characters to situations that reflect initiative, courage, and resilience. For example, if shown a picture of a challenging scenario, her protagonist should take responsibility, display problem-solving skills, and work toward a constructive solution rather than waiting for others to act. This reflects leadership, determination, and resourcefulness.
At the same time, qualities like empathy, cooperation, and social responsibility should also find expression. In pictures involving family, friends, or communities, a girl candidate can portray her character as someone who supports others, motivates peers, and balances personal goals with collective well-being. This demonstrates emotional intelligence and social adaptability—key OLQs for military leaders.
In ambiguous or neutral pictures, she should bring out imagination and optimism, showing how even ordinary circumstances can be turned into purposeful actions. Stories where female characters take initiative—whether in academics, sports, or service—project confidence and independence, breaking stereotypes while aligning with the Armed Forces’ requirement for self-driven individuals.
The essential point is not to force “ideal” responses but to ensure that her natural thought process projects positivity, confidence, and officer-like qualities. By blending courage, empathy, leadership, and determination in her TAT responses, a girl candidate conveys her psychological readiness for military life.
Thus, through thoughtful narratives, a girl aspirant can effectively express her OLQs in TAT, proving her suitability as a balanced, capable, and future leader in the armed forces.
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