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Are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable intentions in the blink of an eye.
Experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair, and everything in between.
Experience life as an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be exhausting.
Love more deeply than most people can imagine, which can be both delicious and exhausting.
As a Character 2, you are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your
safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable
intentions in the blink of an eye.
In addition, you experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair,
and everything in between. As a Character 2, life is an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be
exhausting. You love more deeply than most people can even imagine, so your days may be
filled with worry about those you love. Living life at this level of passion can be both delicious
and exhausting, so knowing how to find relief and lower your stress is essential.
As a Character 2, you are likely emotionally reactive and easily triggered to fight, flee, or freeze
when something out of the ordinary happens. This focus on differences rather than similarities
often causes you to push away from anything unfamiliar that may turn out to be a threat. And
when you do encounter a threat, you naturally move into a self-protect mode that is powerful
beyond belief—but also, unfortunately, makes it is impossible for you to see the bigger picture.
The natural tendencies of Character 2 can be extraordinarily useful in threatening situations,
but they can also lead to you becoming disillusioned with life, feeling like a victim, and being
melancholic in temperament. This can, in turn, leave you feeling isolated and alone.
Character 2 is a fundamental part of every single person on Earth, and understanding
and supporting this Character is key to being able to live your best life. As someone who is
Character 2 dominant, you will grow and thrive when you are brave enough to stand in the
center of your own pain and listen to what it is trying to communicate. This will allow you to
open space for the other characters to come in.
So when you start to feel overwhelmed by life, take some time to consciously comfort yourself.
Realize that it’s okay to feel what you’re feeling—and that you matter. Let your Character 1
come in to fix things that need to be fixed, let your Character 4 step in with compassion and
self-love, and then consider letting your Character 2 go do something enjoyable with your
fun-loving Character 3.
In order to do this, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, grounding yourself in the
present moment. Look around and focus on the facts. Are you actually in danger? If so, make
a plan (with your Character 1) to figure out how to eliminate the threat and make you safe. If
you’re not truly in danger, keep your eyes closed, and breathe deeply, focusing on your breath
for 90 seconds. Physiologically, it only takes 90 seconds for the chemicals of a stress reaction
to dissipate in our brain and body. You have the power to let the emotion flush through and out
of you without taking action. So take a look at your watch…and breathe. If your mind wanders
away from your breath, just bring it back—as many times as you need to. The more often you
do this, the better you’ll get at focusing on the breath and overcoming that stress.
Are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable intentions in the blink of an eye.
Experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair, and everything in between.
Experience life as an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be exhausting.
Love more deeply than most people can imagine, which can be both delicious and exhausting.
As a Character 2, you are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your
safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable
intentions in the blink of an eye.
In addition, you experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair,
and everything in between. As a Character 2, life is an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be
exhausting. You love more deeply than most people can even imagine, so your days may be
filled with worry about those you love. Living life at this level of passion can be both delicious
and exhausting, so knowing how to find relief and lower your stress is essential.
As a Character 2, you are likely emotionally reactive and easily triggered to fight, flee, or freeze
when something out of the ordinary happens. This focus on differences rather than similarities
often causes you to push away from anything unfamiliar that may turn out to be a threat. And
when you do encounter a threat, you naturally move into a self-protect mode that is powerful
beyond belief—but also, unfortunately, makes it is impossible for you to see the bigger picture.
The natural tendencies of Character 2 can be extraordinarily useful in threatening situations,
but they can also lead to you becoming disillusioned with life, feeling like a victim, and being
melancholic in temperament. This can, in turn, leave you feeling isolated and alone.
Character 2 is a fundamental part of every single person on Earth, and understanding
and supporting this Character is key to being able to live your best life. As someone who is
Character 2 dominant, you will grow and thrive when you are brave enough to stand in the
center of your own pain and listen to what it is trying to communicate. This will allow you to
open space for the other characters to come in.
So when you start to feel overwhelmed by life, take some time to consciously comfort yourself.
Realize that it’s okay to feel what you’re feeling—and that you matter. Let your Character 1
come in to fix things that need to be fixed, let your Character 4 step in with compassion and
self-love, and then consider letting your Character 2 go do something enjoyable with your
fun-loving Character 3.
In order to do this, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, grounding yourself in the
present moment. Look around and focus on the facts. Are you actually in danger? If so, make
a plan (with your Character 1) to figure out how to eliminate the threat and make you safe. If
you’re not truly in danger, keep your eyes closed, and breathe deeply, focusing on your breath
for 90 seconds. Physiologically, it only takes 90 seconds for the chemicals of a stress reaction
to dissipate in our brain and body. You have the power to let the emotion flush through and out
of you without taking action. So take a look at your watch…and breathe. If your mind wanders
away from your breath, just bring it back—as many times as you need to. The more often you
do this, the better you’ll get at focusing on the breath and overcoming that stress.
Delight in the glorious bliss of just being alive.
Revel in the wonder of nature, have a strong bond with mother earth, and empathize with both people and animals.
Love nature deeply – the strength of the trees…the scent of a flower…the light touch of a spring breeze…or the babble of a small brook make you stop in awe.
Know, deep in the center of your being, that we are all family here—together in a shared, sacred consciousness.
As a Character 4, you delight in the glorious bliss of just being alive. You revel in the wonder of
nature, have a strong bond with mother earth, and empathize with both people and animals.
The strength of the trees…the scent of a flower…the light touch of a spring breeze…or the babble
of a small brook make you stop in awe; and you know, deep in the center of your being, that we
are all family here—together in a shared, sacred consciousness.
Like the many wonderful Character 4 poets and musicians of the past, such as Rumi and John
Lennon, you know that peace comes from understanding that we are all beautiful expressions
of the divine. You do not fear the absence of the ego-self because you know that you are
perfect, whole, and beautiful just as you are. You do not judge yourself or others because you
understand that we are not just worthy of love but that we are love.
As a Character 4, you are grateful for everything, and you are wildly authentic. You have no
problem owning your power and stepping forward as your best self, because you know it is the
consciousness of a Higher Power that flows through you.
You are also known for being compassionate and generous of spirit, because you
understand the interconnectedness of all things—and you truly believe that giving part of
yourself helps everyone thrive. No longer distracted by the workings of the external world, you
are clear in your intention to love and be loved, as you know our number one job in life is to
love one another.
The natural tendencies of Character 4 are great in many situations, but not all, especially in
our fast-paced, modern world that is filled with danger and threats. In some situations, it might
serve you better to let your pragmatic, detail-oriented Character 1 take the lead—or perhaps
even your protective Character 2 whose natural tendencies are designed to save your life.
Sometimes you might choose to let your spontaneous, excited Character 3 be in charge for a
fun-filled afternoon.
When you’re in a situation where things aren’t flowing with ease and peace, this is often a sign
that your dominant character isn’t suited to the role of leader. As a Character 4, however, you
have a wonderful capacity to see the bigger picture, so you can use this to your advantage. In
any moment of unease try to take these conscious actions:
Stop. Close your eyes. Inhale deeply, and then exhale a long breath. Do this a few times and
then open your eyes and try to focus on one small task. Your conscious effort to focus on the
present moment rather than the bigger picture will open you up to the insight from your other
characters. By allowing the best version of you to take the lead, you’ll not only find more peace
but also bring forth a better outcome
See the day as something to conquer—and you do a great job at it.
Love routines and efficiency, and you thrive on crossing things off your to-do list.
Are an effective organizer as you see all the details of a situation and can easily manage people, places, and things.
Are a gifted rational thinker with a strong mastery of reality, so you reason your way to the best decision.
Willingly take responsibility for what you do and the outcomes of your actions because you take time to think through all the details of a situation before deciding.
For you—that is Character 2: You Are Left-Emotional Dominant!
As a Character 2, you:
Are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable intentions in the blink of an eye.
Experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair, and everything in between.
Experience life as an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be exhausting.
Love more deeply than most people can imagine, which can be both delicious and exhausting.
For you—that is Character 1: You Are Left-Thinking Dominant!
As a Character 1, you:
Wake up bright eyed and ready to go.
See the day as something to conquer—and you do a great job at it.
Love routines and efficiency, and you thrive on crossing things off your to-do list.
Are an effective organizer as you see all the details of a situation and can easily manage people, places, and things.
Are a gifted rational thinker with a strong mastery of reality, so you reason your way to the best decision.
Willingly take responsibility for what you do and the outcomes of your actions because you take time to think through all the details of a situation before deciding.
As a Character 1, you wake up bright eyed and ready to go. You see the day as something
to conquer—and you do a great job at it. You love routines and efficiency, and you thrive
on crossing things off your to-do list. In any situation—whether it’s at work, volunteering, or
even hanging out with friends—you are an effective organizer as you see all the details of a
situation and can easily manage people, places, and things. You are a gifted rational thinker
with a strong mastery of reality, so you reason your way to the best decision. And because
you take time to think though all the details of a situation, you willingly take responsibility for
what you do and the outcomes of your actions.
You not only have high-performance habits—you also have high standards. You strive for the
best in all situations, you keep your home neat, you attend meetings on time, you keep your
material goods in good condition, and everything is kept in order.
As a Character 1, you are your own self critic and consistently compare yourself with others.
You see every day as a chance to sharpen your skills, and it is important to you to bring your
most efficient self forward, and of course you expect others to do the same—which can cause
a bit of trouble when others are not feeling cooperative.
The natural tendencies of Character 1 are great in many situations, but this is not your
most compassionate or playful self. That’s why it’s important to get to know all four of your
characters so you can bring them all into conversation, allowing you to adapt your behavior
when it’s appropriate. There are times when your protective Character 2 or your spontaneous
Character 3 might be a better match to a situation. Or perhaps your Character 4—with its
more expansive view of the world—is the one who should take the helm.
For example, when you are in a trying situation where things are not flowing with ease and
peace, instead of forcing the situation, this might be a good opportunity for your Character 1 to
step aside, allowing your more compassionate Character 4 to step in to find a resolution.
For you—that is Character 2: You Are Left-Emotional Dominant!
As a Character 2, you:
Are a powerful guardian who holds the past in memory to enhance your safety, which means you can spot injustice, danger, insincerity, and less-than-honorable intentions in the blink of an eye.
Experience deep, deep emotions—the highs of love, the depths of despair, and everything in between.
Experience life as an ongoing dramatic event, and it can be exhausting.
Love more deeply than most people can imagine, which can be both delicious and exhausting.
This feels right
