OMISCORE

Limbering Up - or Opening the Closed

Before you dive into the OMISCORE Open-Mindedness Test, let’s warm up your mindset with a bit of humor and wisdom. Closed-mindedness can lock us into rigid thinking, but a good laugh and a timeless story can help us see the value of flexibility. Below, we’ve gathered some lighthearted jokes about closed-mindedness and an Aesop’s fable to set the stage for your journey toward greater open-mindedness.

Closed-Minded Jokes to Loosen Up

• Why did the closed-minded person refuse to try new foods? Because they were convinced their taste buds had already met their soulmate: plain toast!
• How do you know someone’s closed-minded? They think “open to new ideas” is just a fancy way of saying “wrong.”
• Why did the closed-minded computer crash? It couldn’t handle any updates to its worldview!
• What’s a closed-minded person’s favorite game? Monopoly—because they believe there’s only one way to win!

Aesop’s Fable: The Oak and the Reed

Once upon a time, a mighty Oak stood tall and proud, boasting of its strength to a slender Reed by the riverbank. “You are so weak,” said the Oak, “bending with every breeze, while I stand firm against the strongest storms.” The Reed, humble and flexible, replied, “My strength lies in my ability to bend, not break.” Soon, a fierce storm swept through, with winds so powerful they uprooted the rigid Oak, which crashed to the ground. The Reed, swaying with the wind, remained unharmed. The moral? Those who adapt to change often fare better than those who resist it. This timeless tale reminds us that open-mindedness—being willing to bend and consider new perspectives—can be a source of resilience and growth.

These jokes and the fable highlight the pitfalls of a rigid mindset and the power of flexibility. As you take the OMISCORE test, keep this in mind: embracing new ideas doesn’t mean abandoning your roots—it means growing stronger by adapting. Get ready to explore your mindset and discover how open you are to the world around you!