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Melancholy In InclusionIf you have been blessed with the temperament known as Melancholy, it may take some research to discover the advantages of this interesting nature.
Hippocrates referred to the Melancholy as the "black temperament." People with this temperament are prone to depression. They can bring a deep depression on themselves just by thinking!
The Melancholy mind is always turning, always thinking. There is a tremendous amount of energy expended in this thought process. If the thought process is channeled along positive paths, incredible and wonderful results can blossom.
However, if this powerful thinking engine gets to work on considering how wrong things are, how it has been treated unfairly, the consequences can be unfortunate. As their thoughts spin downward, so does their mood, their self-esteem, and their outlook on life.
The Melancholy temperament is very common. The Good News is that a spirit-filled Melancholy is a mervel to behold. When they learn to channel their powerful thought processes in harmony with the Spirit, wonderful things happen.
If you have ever found yourself reading a book you could just not put down or stood in awe while admiring a work of art, you are most likely experiencing the work of a Melancholy. No other temperament is as likely to produce profound genius as the Melancholy.
In the Bible, it is likely that Moses, Solomon and John were Melancholy. Where outstanding wisdom and understanding are seen, a Melancholy temperament is likely operating behind the scene.
There is so much more to know about the fascinating Melancholy temperament. Consider the opportunity to really get an education that will change your life and your Christian journey...Order Created In God's Image today...God Bless You.
Melancholy In Control...
A Melancholy in Control is a very independently minded person. They
will tolerate very little interference in their lives. They have a hard time
submitting to authority due to this independent nature. In areas where they are well informed, Melancholies easily make good decisions without delay. However, if faced with making decisions about things they know little about, they will tend to procrastinate, often becoming angry or upset. On the surface a Melancholy in Control will always try to appear calm, competent, and in complete control. This mask is used to cover up any self-doubt or perceived inadequacies. Melancholies have a great fear of being wrong or making a mistake. When confronted for making a mistake ,a Melancholy will typically respond with anger. On the other hand, when making decisions and operating in areas where they are well informed, they will tend to make confident, well-considered decisions and demonstrate good leadership qualities.
Melancholy In Affection...When the Rolling Stones wrote the words the the song "She's So Cold" they must have had a Melancholy In Affection in mind. "Ice Cream Cold" they croon. Melancholies in Affection have little need for close, personal relationships, and are mostly unwilling to provide others with any significant amount of love either.
Very few people will become close to a Melancholy in Affection, but those that do will find themselves with a fiercely loyal and faithful friend. If they are hurt or injured in this relationship, they are likely to seek revenge.
Highly distrustful, many Melancholies will simply avoid entering into close relationships in order to avoid possible future pain. On the surface they appear to be cold and guarded, but in truth, they can be tender-hearting and caring. Just don't mess with them! |
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What's It Like To Be A Melancholy?
The Melancholy Temperament - Thinkers, Planners, Loners
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