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So, you have taken the personality test and you’re wondering what to do with the information. Well, I’d like to address that today.

If you don’t know your temperament, please email me with the words “personality test” in the subject line and I will give you the instructions on how to take an online personality test. In the post Temperament, Character, and Persona I define temperament for you. Also my last issue of Intentional Living! was all about temperament. Click here for a copy.

When you take the test, you’ll automatically receive an email with a list of strengths and weaknesses. Here is what I would suggest you do with that list.

First of all, print a copy of the entire page, fold it in half (so you can only see the lists of strengths), tear off the half that lists your weaknesses, and carry it with you for a few days.

Print out another copy and place it in your Bible or journal so you can make use of it during your quiet time. Take the time to go through the lists and personalize them.

• For example, here is how I would personalize my emotional strengths list: “I have an appealing personality. I am a good storyteller with a good sense of humor. I’m usually the “life of the party.” I am emotional and demonstrative; a touchy-feely girl. I am enthusiastic and expressive, cheerful and bubbling over. I am curious, wide-eyed and innocent, always a child. I live in the present. I have a changeable disposition; I am adaptable. I am sincere.” While you are going through the list, if there are words or descriptions that come to mind, add those words or use them instead. This will help individualize the list even more.
• When you get to the weaknesses, soften the descriptions a little using phrases such as “I tend to” or “sometimes.” For example, “I tend to talk too much. I tend to exaggerate when I tell a story. Sometimes, I elaborate to the point that people lose sight of my point. I dwell on trivia. I’m too happy for some people and sometimes people are put off my personality. I think sometimes people see me as phoney. I sometimes talk or laugh too loudly. I tend to struggle with anger.” Again, if there are things that come to mind, write them down as well.

After you have your “list” take time to thank God for your strengths and ask Him to help you work on your weaknesses. Ask Him to reveal what He would like you to work on and what would be the best way to do that. He is faithful to help us when we ask. Talk to people you trust about how what they perceive are your strengths and weaknesses. This can be a way for God to speak to you.

Finally, if you have questions, be sure to email me or post your questions here by clicking on “comments” below. Perhaps someone reading here has had the same struggles and may be able to offer suggestions.

God Bless You!

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