Personalities
Do you have one?
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Right
hemisphere
(Intuitive)
Left
hemisphere
(Logical)
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Four quadrants
In simple terms , the left hemisphere specializes in logical,
analytical, sequential processes while the right hemisphere
does the intuitive, emotional, visual thinking. This is further
subdivided into the cerebral and limbic centers.
This is not new and basically every personality system since the
early Greeks (first written record) has used four basic
temperaments or personalities.
You have one temperament or a combination of two (not three).
Phlegmatic
Melancholic
Choleric
Sanguine
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Personality systems
Hippocrates
Humours
Stoicism
Choleric
Yellow Bile
Red/ Summer/
Fire/ Mars
Elements
Physics
Myers-Briggs
Jung
Trent/Smalley
Fire
Plasma
NT
Sensor
Lion
Sanguine
Blood
Green/ Spring/
Earth/ Flowers/
Terra Mater/
Venus
Air
Gaseous
SP
Feeler
Otter
Melancholic
Black Bile
Blue/ Autumn/
Water/ Heaven/
Saturn/
Neptune
Earth
Solid
SJ
Thinker
Beaver
A.A.Milne
Geier/DisC
Merrill/Wilson
Fromm
MBS
Target Training
International
Biblical
Leaders
Rabbit
Dominance
Driver
Exploiting
Directness
D
Tigger
Influencing
Expressive
Marketing
Extroversion
I
Eyore/ Gopher
Competence
Analytic
Hoarding
Structure
C
Water
Liquid
NF
Intuitor
Golden
Retriever
Pooh/ Pigglet
Steadiness
Amiable
Receptive
Pace
S
Paul
Peter
Moses
Abraham
Sanskrit
Gregorc Style
Delineator
Ra
Concrete
Random
Ya
Abstract
Random
La
Concrete
Sequential
Va
Abstract
Sequential
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Phlegmatic
Phlegm
White/ Winter/
Air/ Zephyrs/
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Another system
Melancholic
Sanguine
Phlegmatic
Choleric
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And another
Sanguine
Choleric
Melancholic
Phlegmatic
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Four main types
Choleric (Right Cerebral): These people are usually quite good at
idea generation and in making "quantum leaps" necessary to
brainstorm and solve difficult problems. They usually see things
others don't and in a team situation often say, "Let's look at this
problem in a different way."
Sanguine (Right Limbic): People with a strong dominance in this
quadrant maybe excellent facilitators in the group process. They
regard interpersonal skills as their strongest and they supply the
"glue" that keeps the group working harmoniously together. In a
team situation they often ask, "What do you think of the idea?"
Melancholic (Left Limbic): These individuals may be excellent in
defining the problem and in assisting with implementation. They
may also pursue the problem with a vengeance once it is set into
motion. In a team situation they often ask, "How does this idea
apply to our situation?"
Phlegmatic (Left Cerebral): People with a strong dominance in this
quadrant can be very good at helping to define and analyze the
problem. In a team situation they often say, "Let's check this out to
see if it's feasible to implement."
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How different personalities act
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Choleric says work
Melancholic says organize
Phlegmatic says rest
Sanguine says talk
You are either a combination of two personalities or just one.
No single personality is any better or worse than any other.
Each personality has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Strengths and weaknesses (deep, cute, easygoing, strong)
Stories (Photocopier, unpacking a box, meeting)
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Personality characteristics
Choloric
Sanguine
Melancholic
Phlegmatic
Likes authority
Confident
Firm
Enjoys challenges
Problem solver
Bold
Goal driven
Strong willed
Self reliant
Persistent
Takes charge
Determined
Enterprising
Competitive
Productive
Purposeful
Adventurous
Independent
Controlling
Action oriented
Enthusiastic
Visionary
Energetic
Promoter
Mixes easily
Fun-loving
Spontaneous
Creative-new ideas
Optimistic
Infectious laughter
Takes Risks
Motivator
Very verbal
Friendly
Enjoys popularity
Likes variety
Enjoys change
Group oriented
Initiator
Inspirational
Enjoys instructions
Consistent
Reserved
Practical
Factual
Perfectionistic
Detailed
Inquisitive
Persistent
Sensitive
Accurate
Controlled
Predictable
Orderly
Conscientious
Discerning
Analytical
Precise
Scheduled
Deliberate
Sensitive feelings
Calm
Non-demanding
Avoids confrontations
Enjoys routine
Warm and relational
Adaptable
Thoughtful
Patient
Good listener
Loyal
Even keeled
Gives in
Indecisive
Dislikes change
Dry humor
Sympathetic
Nurturing
Tolerant
Peace maker
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Personalities
How do they effect the way you teach?
Methodical  Verbal
Goals  Standards
Verbal  Goals
Standards  Methodical
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Personality roles and goals
If life was a movie then
P - The Audience
C - The Director
M - The Producer
S - The Star
Personality goals
P - Have Peace
C - Have Control
M - Have Perfection
S - Have Fun
Personality needs
P - Respect and self-worth
C - Achievement and appreciation
M - Order and sensitivity
S - Attention and approval
Approach to life
P - The easy way
C - My way
M - The right way
S - The happy way
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What are you?
Fun-loving
Controlling
Easy-going
Deep and purposeful
Optimistic
Dynamic
Calm and relaxed
Sensitive to others
Animated & Excited
Decisive
Patient & inoffensive
Talented & creative
Life of the Party
Goal-orientated
Quiet yet witty
Analytical & orderly
Undisciplined
Outspoken
Unmotivated
Moody & negative
Forgetful
Bossy
Unenthusiastic
Too introspective
Too talkative
Impatient
Indecisive
Socially insecure
Eager for credit
Domineering
Eager to rest
Easily depressed
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