I may be broken, or I may just be


Analytical.  So says one of my (beloved) clients, who gave me a little personality quiz over the phone today.  After asking me five questions about myself, it was decided that I fall into the Analytical category (the other choices being Driver, Expressive, or Amiable).



The good news about being Analytical is that I am apparently organized, thorough, logical, prudent, accurate, and conscientious.  (This may well be why my clients have been with me for years and years and years; I try hard not to let a one of them down.)  I also (apparently) measure personal value by activity (as opposed to applause or attention, say), I want to save face, I avoid things when stressed, and I need details.  I also (apparently) need to become more decisive.  I don't know, though.  I'm pretty durned decisive.  And I haven't avoided anything in a really long while.  In fact, I've lately been thinking that I should start avoiding at least some things if I want to lower my stress level.



In any case, aren't you glad I shared?



In any case (number two): I am really surprised and disappointed to learn that I am not an Expressive.  Expressive people are the creative ones.  They are also the ambitious ones.  Durn again.  I suspect the Expressives win the Big Lit prizes.  I bet they ride the Best Seller lists straight into the sunset.









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Published on March 28, 2012 16:40
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message 1: by John (new)

John Beth,

If we defined ourselves by one simple word or phrase, we would never get anywhere in life.

I have the feeling that you are just as Expressive as you are Analytical. It's not a bad thing to be both, either. Impulse and meticulousness can both be equal creators of art, and your method of using the latter creates something that is just as beautiful and unique as a piece created on a pure expressive impulse.

Embrace the meticulousness of your soul and continue to create beauty. :)


message 2: by Beth (new)

Beth Why, thank you, John!! :)

And speaking of you, John: a question.

Would you mind if I gave your email address to the recruitment person at the Writers House of U of PA?


message 3: by John (new)

John No problem - cheering people up can brighten your soul.

Beth, I would not mind that in the slightest. I'm honored you would even consider it. :)


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