Personal DNA

Way, way back, when I started all of this life transformation crap, I took a personality test. Actually, the results of the personality test were a big part of the reason that the life transformation crap took place. I didn't like what it said about me; I especially didn't like that it was right. Anyway, I periodically go back and redo the test. At first it was like a kind of report card of my progress, now it's just for entertainment. I think I've mostly evened out anyway but some of my results now are dramatically different from the first time.

So I did the test again today (you might have seen that coming). Here are the results:

personalDNA
You are an Animated Director.


about you
You are a Director
• As a DIRECTOR, you combine an unusual openness and passion for beauty and style with confidence and a down-to-earth sensibility that allow you to realize your vision.
• You are practical and pay attention to the details that others tend to miss.
• By focusing on what is real and concrete, you achieve more than those who always have their heads in the clouds.
• When it comes to what really matters in your life, you are confident in your ability to succeed.
• Having beautiful things in your life gives you pleasure and satisfaction - you have a keen eye for style.
• Even when problems present themselves, deep down you know you will overcome these challenges.
• When routines get too familiar, you become bored and start looking for ways to spice things up.
• You are open to new types of experiences – you are not afraid to take a risk on something new.
• You have a highly developed sense of taste – you know what looks good on you, in your home, and in the world at large.
• Your independent streak allows you to make decisions efficiently and to trust your instincts
• You tend to do things on the spur of the moment, not sticking to a set schedule.
• You have a strong sense of style and value your personal presentation - friends may even seek your style advice from time to time.
• Generally, you believe that you control your life, and that external forces only play a limited role in determining what happens to you.
If you want to be different:
• Occasionally let yourself dream a little more, even if it doesn't seem practical or efficient.

how you relate to others
You are Animated
• You are outgoing, comfortable with others, and up for anything, which makes you ANIMATED.
• Some people find crowds and parties exhausting, but not you! You are able to be yourself in many situations.
• Sometimes it is hard for you to understand why others feel the way they do, but that doesn't stop you from trusting them or having faith that they are good people.
• You know the world is complicated and that there is often more than one side to a story, so you are careful not to make judgments about others too hastily.
• You would rather experience the world than sit back and observe it—you are not one to sit on the sidelines.
• You are an independent thinker and don't get too worried about how others might perceive you—you are not self-conscious about being the active, engaged person that you are.
• Although you have a keen understanding of different people's life circumstances, you occasionally have trouble seeing why people get so upset and emotional about things—they should just lighten up and have fun!
• In addition to having faith in the world, you have faith in the people around you—you trust others to do the right thing and to be honest.
If you want to be different:
• Remember that time alone can be just as fulfilling as time spent with others—take some time for yourself and you might find that there are many things in your inner world that are just as compelling as the world outside your window.
• Your open-mindedness about the ways of world gives you an understanding of people's differences, but that knowledge doesn't always translate into sympathy. Don't be afraid to let your trust and understanding influence your feelings.