Phlegmatic Temperament

Another introvert. Motto: Let's do it the easy way! Satan's Lie: You must avoid conflict What friends say: Let's motivate the phlegmatic Strengths: Weaknesses: calm & dependable lacks confidence in self good natured pessimistic & fearful ; worrier easy to get along with rarely laughs outloud cheerful & pleasant passive & indifferent kind-hearted compromising peace-loving self-righteous dry, witty sense of humor doesn't get involoved softening effect on others selfish & stingy consistent and faithful indifferent diplomatic & peacemaker teases others who annoy good listener unenthusiastic faithful friend stubborn, not too cordial gives advice only when asked attitude of superiority works well under pressure spectator practical, easy way of working slow & lazy conservative, neat & proficient reluctant leader plans work before beginning unmotivated , indecisive stabilizing influence protects self from involvement dependable worker discourages others conserves energy - finds the practical way to accomplish something with the least amount of effort Phlegmatics are the all-purpose people. At their worst, they can still act more Chirst-like than the other temperaments. They are a super-introvert and have a unique calmness, which gives a slow, eay-going, and "well-balanced" temperament. They are stubborn, indecisive, and resigned to the fate before them. They are complacent, but peaceful, and easy to be around. Usually holds everyone off at arm's length and protects self from getting too involoved with people or work. Greatest needs : overcome passivity, to learn to give of self to others, and recognize fear as a sin. Phlegmatic is the most consistent personality. They want to keep the peace and hate conflict. They are often quiet and often a spectator of life, but a dry sense of humor enables them to see the funny side of everything and everyone they watch. Very efficient and organized in work, but doesn't push self or give more than asked for. Phlegmatics keep emotions hidden b/c of often timid personality. Are often almost always pleasant and cheerful which makes for an enjoyable companion and a dependable friend.