Which Of The "Four Temperaments" Do You Belong In?

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The Greek physician Hippocrates developed one of the earliest examples of extensive psycho-evaluation. Rate yourself on the following scales and find out which of his "four temperaments" best represents you.

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What are your thoughts on this subject?

146 Comments

ninakamwene

Phlegmatic! I think not, I am an earth sign and hate water.

barb

Phlegmatic is a great guess.

Carrol Halliwell

Phlegmatic? Does not describe me at all.

Diane Bringman

Melancholic. Definitely right.

Nancy Chisholm

Melancholic...cry me a river I don't think.

c grhm

Melancholic, that's me. But I'm more upbeat than the description suggests.

Carol Bruyere

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 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." - Steiner, Rudolf (2008). The Four Temperaments. Rudolf Steiner Press .