Greetings gentle readers, because of our business, ask in the comments for info, I have recently become familiar with the 4 temperaments.
For those of you who dont know about the four temperaments they are Choleric, Sanguine, Melancholic and Phlegmatic.
Each of the four types of humors corresponded in ancient times to a
different personality type. These were associated with a domination of
various biological functions. Lievegoed suggested that the temperaments
come to clearest manifestation in childhood, between approximately 6 and
14 years of age, after which they become subordinate (though still
influential) factors in personality.
Sanguine
The sanguine temperament
is traditionally associated with air. People with this temperament tend
to be lively, sociable, carefree, talkative, and pleasure-seeking. They
may be warm-hearted and optimistic. They can make new friends easily,
be imaginative and artistic, and often have many ideas. They can be flighty and changeable; thus sanguine personalities may
struggle with following tasks all the way through and be chronically
late or forgetful.
Pedagogically, they can be best reached through awakening their love for a subject and admiration of people.
Choleric
The choleric temperament is traditionally associated with fire.
People with this temperament tend to be egocentric and extroverted. They
may be excitable, impulsive, and restless, with reserves of aggression, energy, and/or passion, and try to instill that in others.
They tend to be task-oriented people and are focused on getting a job
done efficiently; their motto is usually "do it now." They can be
ambitious, strong-willed and like to be in charge. They can show
leadership, are good at planning, and are often practical and
solution-oriented.
They appreciate receiving respect and esteem for their work.
Pedagogically, they can be best reached through mutual respect and appropriate challenges that recognize their capacities.
Melancholic
The melancholic temperament is traditionally associated with the
element of earth. People with this temperament may appear serious, introverted, cautious or even suspicious. They can become preoccupied with the tragedy and cruelty in the world and are susceptible to depression and moodiness. They may be focused
and conscientious. They often prefer to do things themselves, both to
meet their own standards and because they are not inherently sociable.
Pedagogically, they can be best met by awakening their sympathy for others and the suffering of the world
Phlegmatic
The phlegmatic temperament is traditionally associated with water.
People with this temperament may be inward and private, thoughtful,
reasonable, calm, patient, caring, and tolerant. They tend to have a
rich inner life, seek a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, and be content with
themselves. They tend to be steadfast, consistent in their habits, and
thus steady and faithful friends.
Pedagogically, their interest is often awakened by experiencing others' interest in a subject.
People of this temperament may appear somewhat ponderous or clumsy. Their speech tends to be slow or appear hesitant.
I am mostly sanguine with a bit of phlegmatic, my beautiful wife Lena is mainly Choleric with a melancholic and phlegmatic side.
What are you? To find out your personality type try this test
here.
Post your result in the comments.
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