Of all the temperament types, the melancholy requires the least social interaction. It’s not because they don’t like people. They simply derive and sustain their energy level from within. The melancholy is the only temperament type able to go to a quiet place and simply be on a regular basis. They are introspective, creative, and usually artistic. Most songwriters, painters, singers, and writers are melancholy. The inner conflict arises when the go so far into themselves that they send others the wrong message. There is that danger of isolating and having a sense that they don’t belong. They can be perceived as eccentric, reclusive, or even depressed, when in fact they just prefer to live on the edge or do their own thing. A melancholy who enters into the life coaching relationship comes to realize their unique temperament and begin to use it to their advantage. They can also be persuaded to come out of their comfort zone and take risks. The melancholy is only comfortable entering into social situations that are familiar. In the life coaching process, as individuals learn more about their God-given nature, they begin to recognize their abundant talents and gain more confidence in “unknown areas”. Situations that were once fear-provoking become new opportunities for adventure! They no longer worry about making a mistake, or failing in daily tasks especially in the work place. It is a movement to a place of empowerment which says, “Look what I can accomplish”, and believing it!
If you can relate to the melancholy temperament in social interactions, you just might be one! Contact us today for a free consultation, and for info about the Arno Profile System for Temperament Analysis.
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