College graduates might remember the “Johari Window” from Psychology 101. The Johari window is a technique that helps people better understand their relationship with themselves and others. It was created by psychologists Joseph Luft (1916–2014) and Harrington Ingham (1916–1995) in 1955. “Johari” is a blending of the creators’ first names. The arena is sometimes referred to as “open” or “public.” The facade is sometimes referred to as “hidden” or “mask.” This model is helpful in talking about dynamics in relationships.
