Personality Profile

Others will notice that you are a sincere person about what you say and do. This trait, along with the excellent listening skills, creates an individual whom most people find pleasant to be with and a calming type of person.

You have a communications style which many people are comfortable with almost immediately. You are sincere, a good listener, not pushy and overall a comfortable person to be near.

You may be less talkative than some others, but people will generally know how you are feeling by observing many nonverbal cues.

You tend to be a good listener. Others may seek you out to share a thought or concern because of your empathic listening style.

You tend to internalize conflict. As a result, if something about another is bothering you, you may bottle-up feelings and keep them inside.

You are somewhat reserved in meeting new people. As a result, you could benefit from more assertive people doing the appropriate introductions to new people.

In your group, you may support the group leader rather than vie for a leadership position yourself. As a result, the group leader will usually appreciate the support you bring.

You tend to bring feelings of security and stability to a relationship.
You are excellent at listening to the concerns and ideas of others.
You like to gather facts and think things over before offering a strong opinion.
You are very supportive of other people.
You are good at reconciling (i.e. you don't like to sulk after a conflict is resolved).
You are good at helping others people reach their goals.
You are very sincere in actions and words.
You are excellent at listening to your partner.
You are very respectful of the needs and wants of other people.
You take pride in being very loyal to friends and family.

A feeling of security.
Activities that may involve friends.
Clear responsibility and clear lines of who makes decisions.
To feel important, but not be the leader.
No sudden or abrupt changes in the situation.
Recognition for your loyalty.
Sound relationships which form naturally, and are not contriving or scheming.
Status quo.
Sincerity offered from others.
Protection or insulation from aggression or confrontation.
To feel safe and secure in social situations.
Identification with your social group.

My Temperament is: Idealist (NF)

The Idealist Portrait
All Idealists (NFs) share the following core characteristics:

Idealists are enthusiastic, they trust their intuition, yearn for romance, seek their true self, prize meaningful relationships, and dream of attaining wisdom.
Idealists pride themselves on being loving, kindhearted, and authentic.
Idealists tend to be giving, trusting, spiritual, and they are focused on personal journeys and human potentials.
Idealists make intense mates, nurturing parents, and inspirational leaders.

Idealists, as a temperament, are passionately concerned with personal growth and development. Idealists strive to discover who they are and how they can become their best possible self--always this quest for self-knowledge and self-improvement drives their imagination. And they want to help others make the journey. Idealists are naturally drawn to working with people, and whether in education or counseling, in social services or personnel work, in journalism or the ministry, they are gifted at helping others find their way in life, often inspiring them to grow as individuals and to fulfill their potentials.

Idealists are rare, making up no more than 8 to 10 percent of the population. But their ability to inspire people with their enthusiasm and their idealism has given them influence far beyond their numbers.