Melancholic individuals are often characterized by their introspective, thoughtful, and sensitive nature.
They tend to be reserved, cautious, and prone to mood swings.
This temperament is associated with the autumn season and the earth element.
Earth is symbolized by a sturdy mountain or fertile soil. It embodies strength and nourishment.
Earth is also the foundation upon which everything else is built, providing support and structure.
Their sensitivity and introspection can lead to creative talents.
Melancholics are often deep thinkers who can provide valuable insights.
They are often loyal and dedicated to their loved ones and causes.
Melancholics may struggle with mood swings and depression.
Their high standards can lead to stress and anxiety.
They may be easily hurt or offended.
Their introspective nature can sometimes lead to social isolation.
general characteristics
- Slow Reaction
- Maximum effort to organize
- Issue-oriented
- Ask "why"
- Deep and thoughtful
- Analytical
- Serious and purposeful
- Genius prone
- Talented and creative
- Artistic or musical
- Philosophical and poetic
- Appreciative of beauty
- Sensitive to others
- Self-sacrificing
- Conscientious
- Idealistic
- Sensitive to reciprocity
as parents
- Set high standards
- Want everything done right
- Keep home in good order
- Pick up after children
- Sacrifice their own will for others
- Encourage education and talent
at work
- Driven by quality
- Perfectioninsts, high standards
- Attentive to detail
- Persistent and thorough
- Orderly and organized
- Neat and tidy
- Economical
- See the problems
- Find creative solutions
- Like charts, graphs, figures, lists
as friends
- Make friends cautiously
- Content to stay in background
- Avoid causing attention
- Faithful and devoted
- Will listen to complaints
- Can solve other's problems
- Have deep concern for other people
Quality is what drives them.
They are discontented if they aren't allowed to perform their work to an exacting standard.
Grant them their moments of peace, quiet, and inactivity.
Stick to the job.
Make sure to stay focused on the task at hand.
They aren't at all interested in your personal preferences or what you think about their choice of car, house, sport, or anything else that is not related to work.
They are there to work. Period.
Be particularly meticulous in your work when trying to impress them; otherwise, they will view you as sloppy and careless.
Praise them for their attention to detail and the superior work they do.
Details are essential to communicating with them.
You must make sure to be very exact.
Carelessness or ignoring the details won't be appreciated.
Make sure you can show that you've done your homework and are well prepared.
If a plan seems crazy, they will never have any confidence in it.
There's no point in playing on their feelings or trying to promote ideas that are way too wild.
What you say needs to have realistic perspectives; otherwise, you won't get anywhere.
Warn them of issues early.
Ask them if they have any suggestions for improvement.
Use words like "quality", "evaluate" ,"analyze".