Personality Profile
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Extraverted Intuitive Feeling Perceiver (ENFP) personality commonly referred to as "The
Social Philosopher".
About Your Personality Type You believe life is
abundant, love is plentiful, and creativity is always within your grasp. If God
combined the bouncing energy of a cocker spaniel with the enthusiasm of a
couple on their honeymoon, God would still be only halfway to duplicating your
insatiable zest for life.
ENFP when in love
“Puppy love” is a good term for describing your take on romance: fun,
frisky, playful, cuddly, and young at heart. No matter what your age or how
many times your heart has been broken, you are an eternal optimist when it
comes to love. You are not someone who proceeds cautiously when you meet
someone you find attractive. You are likely to fall passionately in love - or
at least lust - quickly, spontaneously, and with total abandon. Holding
something back for later is a concept you can’t quite grasp, especially when it
comes to the joy of creating a new and exciting relationship. Yes, COMMITMENT
can scare you. That one word may explain why you are still single at thirty,
forty, fifty, or beyond. But you love, absolutely love, the concept of
intimacy, sharing, and relationships. If only you could find that special one,
you would be set for life.
ENFP where to meet
Where can you meet a Social Philosopher? Social Philosophers enjoy
stimulating conversation and interesting people, and, like the Idealistic
Philosopher and Mystic Writer, favor activities that revolve around psychology,
philosophy, the arts, and helping others. Unlike Idealistic Philosophers and
Mystic Writers, Social Philosophers seize every opportunity for social contact.
They love the spotlight and are known to be excellent teachers and public
speakers. Social Philosophers also routinely attend art gallery openings, wine
tastings, fund-raisers, concerts, lectures, and plays. They may also be members
of The Single Gourmet - a dining club for singles with sophisticated tastes.
Agreeableness -
You are clearly a compassionate person; you believe that you should do unto
others as you would have them do unto you, and you know that friends help their
friends. But your compassion is just one side of the coin; the other being a
side that also expects others to hold up their end of the bargain. So you help
others but it is with the expectation that others don't take advantage of you
or try to put one over on you. In short, you expect others to treat you as you
treat them.
And for those people who do ask for help when they should have taken
responsibility for themselves? This is the time when your more hard-edged side
comes out. You are skeptical of people when they expect others to bail them out
of trouble; if they got themselves into the bind, they should work their way
out of the trouble. If it's an emergency, or if it's a friend who has been
there for you when you have had hard times, you are there in a hot minute. But
you are a discerning person and to you there is a big difference between an
emergency and a self-inflicted wound. You just look at the facts: how the
situation developed, how serious the situation, and how they can or cannot get
through things on their own. The history you have with the person and with
similar situations will inform you whether this is or is not a time for you to
get involved.
You also have some limits when it comes to being with people. Sure some people
need to be with others all the time and seem to get recharged by helping out
most anyone else. But that's not you. You know that you do best if you spend a
fair amount of time on your own. Not that you are a loner, just that time spent
by yourself is not wasted at all with you. You've come to understand that if
you don't take good care of yourself, eventually you'll not be any good to
anyone, including yourself or others.
So your compassion is tempered by realism. Your sympathy for people in trouble
is balanced by a critical evaluation of how they got themselves to the place
they are. And you've learned to take good care of yourself, so you have
something to give to your friends or others truly in need.
Openness - Like
someone who can sleep comfortably on either side of the bed, you are equally at
home with ideas and beliefs that you have held for a long time and with new
ways of thinking and believing that grow out of your intellectual curiosity.
Your sense of who you are and what your place is in the world around you rests
on values and principles that are the solid ground you walk upon. You've tested
them, they work for you, and much of the time you are content to trust them,
that is, until some provocative new idea slips in from a conversation, book or
some flight of your active imagination. "Hmmmm. What's this? Never thought
of it that way before." And off you go, exploring.
Since you love to learn, you've always been teachable; you absorb new
information, which means you are well-educated in things that matter to you.
Sometimes your intellectual exploring will lead you back to where you started;
the "next new thing" proves too shallow or impractical to you. But
once in a while a new idea or belief will dislodge you from the ground you've
stood upon; it is so compelling and persuasive that you step away from the
tried-and-true and embrace this notion that is brand new to you.
Because you hold both solid beliefs and are open to new ideas, you are
accepting of other people and other ways of thinking and believing. You are
flexible enough to listen to something new and different, or something outside
of your comfort zone; if it works for you, you'll take it in, and if not,
you'll let it go. In this sense, you know who you are: you are neither
closed-minded nor wildly open-minded, but walk somewhere near the middle of the
intellectual road.
Emotional Stability
- You are an emotional person. In some ways, we are all emotional; we feel joy,
anger, sadness and fear; some of us more powerfully than others - and you more
powerfully than most. Your emotions are closer to the surface, and your
feelings more obvious to you than is the case with most people. You've got your
life in a good place, your dominant mood is upbeat, and unless life has been
particularly trying for you, you greatly enjoy the richness and intensity of
life that being so open with your emotions brings you.
Sure there are times when your feelings come very close to the surface, and
life becomes more complicated. At these times you may grow self-conscious, or feel
a bit anxious. But all in all, you much prefer being open with your emotions,
breathing in all that life offers, than shutting down any part of your
emotional experience. Granted, there may be times when these emotions are hard
but you realize that is part of life. And more often than not you feel enriched
by your emotions, by your ability to be open to all that life brings you. You
know that even when you have those times that get you down, there will be even
more times when you see life in ways that others just can't.
Conscientiousness
- When you take on a task at work or at home, you are reliable; you get the job
done. In an organized way, you define the goal, lay out a plan, figure how long
the task will take, and get to work "solid and dependable you".
But, and this is important, you're not a slave to the plan. You're committed to
it, but not chained to it; the connection is more casual and informal. You know
that sometimes "the best laid plans" fall off the tracks; when this
happens, you clean up the train wreck and start over, undeterred.
Though not happening often, when plans change, you're okay with it. In fact,
sometimes you change the plan. It's too nice of a Saturday to finish organizing
the garage. Let's go for a bike ride instead. True, the next rainy Saturday
will likely find you back in the garage, but for now the work can wait.
What an interesting combination of qualities in you're organized, but casual;
solid, but compliant; and dependable, but informal. At home and at work, people
know they can rely on you. You take great satisfaction in knowing that people
think of you as disciplined and responsible, but you also know that you have
something of a free spirit in you, and when this spirit moves you, off you go,
following the impulse of the moment. You are rightly proud of your work ethic,
but you also enjoy your willingness to lay the tools down, crank up the music
and play like a child.
People light you up. In conversations, planning meetings or
almost any social situation, you bring your energy and you’re friendly,
outgoing personality into these engagements with other people, and you come
away pumped up. You can hardly wait for the next event, as long as other people
will be there. And you're good at it.
You know how to communicate. You listen well, the first rule of good
communication, and then, when it's your turn, you talk vigorously and with
animation; in your uninhibited way you give all that you've got to the
encounter.
In situations where you feel very safe, when you know and trust the people
you're with, you can be very kindhearted and unrestrained. You let your
affection for and pleasure in being with others flow freely. You're wide open
and when you get back this same kind of unrestrained warmth, you are deeply
satisfied. Because you are so friendly and full of life, these are among your
favorite moments.
Zodiac Sign – Aries
- Independent
- Generous
- Optimistic
- Enthusiastic
- Courageous
- Moody
- Short tempered
- Self-involved
- Impulsive
- Impatient
Aries is a Cardinal Fire sign, ruled by Mars. As the first sign in the zodiac, and corresponding with the first day of spring, the Aries individual is a mover and shaker, fearlessly forging ahead or "springing forth" into new territory. Indeed, some very influential historical characters are found under this sign including Thomas Jefferson (April 13) and Leonardo Da Vinci (April 15). The raw power of the Aries/Taurus cusp personality gone bad is epitomized by none other than Adolph Hitler (April 20).
The Aries personality is always a force to be reckoned with. These are curious and energetic individuals, always delving into new areas, but often quickly becoming bored and moving on, leaving unfinished projects in their wake. Arians are forthcoming and direct. They don't generally have hidden agendas or ulterior motives. If they find an area in which they are interested for a long period, they can become quite accomplished, well-known, and wealthy.
For those with an Aries child, you have a child with confidence and the innate resources to deal with new ideas and situations. This child is likely quite opinionated and is often territorial about possessions. This kid will tell you like it is according to their own inner truths, and will not feel bad about it later. These are the free birds of childhood, and they feel that they have the right to explore new territories unhindered, both physical and mental. Getting a child like this to follow the rules may be a challenge, but if they understand that the rule is for safety or other logical reasons, they are likely to agree and comply. Even when young, all Arians are very competitive and cannot stand it if they do not come out on top. This "me first" attitude will be evident throughout life, and they often get what they want simply because of this unshakable attitude. The Arian child is very active, jumping into action whenever something interests him, but when asked to do uninteresting mundane tasks like cleaning their room they will resort to procrastination and even lies to get out of doing this unappealing job. The Aries child will have problems in school occasionally, but their competitive nature will usually pull them through. They want more than anything to be Number One!
Adult Arians in the workplace do well if they find jobs in which they can work on their own terms. Many Arians are self-employed for this reason, and many others are managers and foremen. An Arian can function well under other people, however, as long as he has some authority over someone else too. The Army structure with its many levels seems well-suited to Arians, and politics are a natural for this sign. Occupations that involve driving and the open road are appealing to Aries, as are outside sales type occupations. Arians are intellectual more than spiritual, so you won't find too many in prominent religious or holistic capacities. Arians will not be happy at the bottom of the heap unless they feel that they are in charge of something or someone. An Arian will do well in a job situation with a big picture, with supporting cast to do the finishing work.
If you have found a romantic partner in an Aries, be prepared to take second seat. Although you will not lead the parade, your partner will go to any length to make sure your needs and desires are well taken care of. This is a double-edged sword that anyone contemplating a relationship with Aries should be aware of. If you are one that is content to be taken care of, this is your perfect match. Your partner will make it his or her mission to keep you happy. However, if you are not content to follow, explosive arguments will erupt and an unwinnable power struggle will ensue, leaving you both drained and unhappy.
The best matches for Aries for sure are Leo and Sagittarius, but Taurus, Gemini, Aquarius, and Pisces may work for some too, depending on the individuals. Aries may find themselves drawn to their polar opposite, Libra, but this is probably not the best match for them.
Aries in any relationship is magnetic and intense, and others are drawn to these qualities. The Aries individual prefers a strong partner and strong friends, but only those who are capable of giving the impression that Aries is in the lead. Aries will be a loyal friend as long as the relationship keeps evolving and they feel that it is of benefit, but if they become bored or the relationship becomes stale, they will assuredly get out. One who is in any relationship with an Aries should know when to push and when to back off and give the Aries some space. Aries likes a challenge but pushing too hard will drive him off. A sure-fire strategy with an Aries in any relationship capacity is to verbalize often that you find them smart and worthwhile, and that they are number one with you! Remember, with Aries, the by-words are "me first!"
Aries personalities are independent. Being the first of the zodiac signs, they venture out and are go-getters, often leading the way. Their upbeat and magnetic personality often entices others to follow their lead because Aries personalities bring excitement into others lives.
Aries are good friends, they always look out for their friends with caring and generosity and will protect them should the need arise and encourage them with their natural optimism. If confronted, Aries can turn to be quite childish; they will fight back with their aggressive nature and are known to have temper tantrums should they not get their way.
Aries are activists. If a business idea comes their way, they tend to plunge right in. Aries are more then willing to take a gamble and follow their dreams and goals. However, if success is not immediate, they tend to lose interest and give up easily. Aries are notorious for not finishing what they have begun. This is due to the low tolerance for boredom and lack of patience. If the excitement is gone from their business idea, they go off and search for it elsewhere.
Underneath the strong, independent surface may lay insecurity. This is due to the intense drive to succeed and Aries put too much pressure on themselves, thus resulting in self-doubt however, the natural optimism and enthusiasm overtakes this and the underlying insecurity may never be known to others.
Aries people have a tendency to leap before looking and to take risks that shock more cautious types. This is a very physically courageous sign, so it is not surprising that many Aries people gravitate toward risky professions such as the military, the police force, stunt work, sports, rescue work and racecar driving. Aries people are also emotionally courageous to the point of recklessness and will change their entire lives on a whim in order to follow some dream or romantic inclination.
Aries people are accident-prone, not because they are clumsy but because they move quickly and impulsively. Aries people like to drive fast and many have an interest in extreme or high-impact sports. Aries people crave the adrenaline rush of novelty and will often take unnecessary risks in order to achieve it.
The sign of Aries is associated with engines, and many people with the sun, moon or ascendant in Aries are good with anything that has a motor. Many Aries people are drawn to professions or pastimes that involve driving or flying.
Aries people are pioneering and entrepreneurial, willing to go to new places, try new things and start new projects. They often have trouble with authority and do better as their own bosses. They are good at self-promotion, which ensures that many succeed in their own businesses. Aries people are not particularly suited to detail work and prefer to implement big plans or start things and have others fill in the details. They are good at coming up with creative ideas on the spot but many Aries people have very low boredom thresholds and can lose interest in things quite easily. Thus, a career must provide lots of change, social interaction and excitement or the Aries will want to move on.
Most Aries people have loads of energy, which they need to burn off continuously through physical activities and socializing. They are competitive by nature and usually have an aptitude for athletics, either team sports or solitary fitness activities. Most also enjoy watching sports and other physical displays such as dance, skating, skiing or other fitness activities that require movement and coordination. There is usually a particularly strong draw toward martial arts with this sign.
Aries is a very sociable sign. Aries people like to be around other people most of the time and seek out novel and exciting situations. They prefer people who challenge them intellectually and compete with them in some way, and they quickly grow bored and irritated with homebodies and cautious, timid types.
Aries people think fast, move fast and talk fast (many of them are chatterboxes). They are not very patient, particularly with slow moving, slow speaking people. In fact, Aries is the least patient sign of the zodiac.
Aries people are forceful and even aggressive when pursuing what they want, and willing to charge head first into conflict. They prefer to deal with problems immediately, head on, and will rarely avoid confrontation. This leads them to poke at and provoke some of the more avoidant types until they can implement some sort of catharsis in interpersonal situations. Aries people often have little respect for those who can’t put up a good fight.
Aries people tend to be honest and forthright, almost to a fault at times. They are not subtle, and they have terrible tempers that are easily set off, though they are also quick to forgive. They often say and do things rashly that cause strife in their interpersonal relationships. A lack of tact can create problems. When bored, Aries people may pick fights simply to entertain themselves and fulfill their subconscious need for conflict.
The Aries paradox is a strange combination of selfishness and generosity. Aries people can be self-absorbed and self-centered at times, but this is also one of the most altruistic signs, and Aries people are usually quick to help those in need, even at great personal cost and risk. This, combined with the Aries propensity to take risks, leads many Aries people into the rescuing professions such as firefighter, paramedic, peacekeeper or coast guard.
Aries people may turn their desire to help in another direction and get into the idealistic side of politics, working to change the system from within. Most Aries people have a strong interest in politics, though this may take the form of argument rather than action.
Aries people tend to be fun, lively, playful and youthful. Many look younger than their chronological ages and most retain some childlike qualities throughout adulthood, both physically and psychologically.
Despite the emotional courage of this sign, Aries people are surprisingly sensitive and eager to please. Though they can be pushy and domineering or controlling at times, they are also idealistic, trusting, and in great need of reassurance. Aries people can be quite naïve, and others may take advantage of this.
Aries people do nothing by half-measures. Anything they choose to do, they do fully and completely. They are stubborn and generally refuse to accept defeat, even long after a situation has become untenable. They rarely stay down for long though, as this is a naturally optimistic sign that bounces back quickly from misfortune and strife. Aries people have a way of coming out on top in most situations.
Aries is the first of the zodiac signs. Aries is the sign of the self, people born under this sign strongly project their personalities onto others and can be very self-oriented. Aries tend to venture out into the world and leave impressions on others that they are exciting, vibrant and talkative. Aries tend to live adventurous lives and like to be the center of attention, but rightly so since they are natural, confident leaders. Aries are enthusiastic about their goals and enjoy the thrill of the hunt; "wanting is always better then getting" is a good way to sum it up. Aries are very impulsive and usually do not think before they act - or speak. Too often Aries will say whatever pops into their head and usually end up regretting it later!