Differentiation of the self is a delicate balance between the emotions and the intellect. On one side of the spectrum, individuals respond more emotionally and respond automatically to situations (Baege, 2006). On the other side of the spectrum, individuals respond automatically with intellectual control over their emotions. Individuals' self-differential is lower when they operate at either extreme of the spectrum (Baege, 2006). Higher differentiation occurs when an individual can respond intellectually to a situation while still being able to accept the emotions they are experiencing (Wineck, 2010). Undifferentiated individuals may hide their inability to manage stress and anxiety. Undifferentiated individuals operate according to a certain set of rules, expectations, and customs (Baege, 2006). Additionally, Dr. Bowen believed that individualistic people operate from the emotional side of the spectrum. Thus, individualistic individuals are undifferentiated. Dr. Bowen (1976) stated that differentiated individuals are aware of others, enjoy the company of others, laugh, have fun and