I am a young, straightforward, African American woman. I am an intelligent, hardworking college student. I am a compassionate wife and friend. I am a dependable family member. Statements 1, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are associated with independent construal of self. Statements 2, 4, 8,9, and 10 are associated with interdependent construal of self.  Based on the statements, I believe I am more interdependent than independent. I take pride in the role I play in each of my loved ones’ lives; however, I also take pride in doing things on my own without the help of my loved ones. The American proverb that is most associated with independent construal of self is “The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm.” The American proverb that is most associated with interdependent construal of self is, “Blood is thicker than water.” It was easier for me to think of a proverb for interdependent construal because the personal relationships I have with my loved ones define who I am.