As I mentioned in my early post regarding Mr. Picassohead, my desire for perfection was incompatible with my inner Picasso. I have learned that my birth order is the reason for that conflict. I am also very self-aware of both my strong and weak traits. But I cannot be blamed or praised for either. They are all a result of being the firstborn daughter.
Here are just some of the highpoints of my internet travels. Pictures available upon request.
Firstborns demand a lot of themselves, and of others in turn. They learn to be resourceful, self-reliant and tough. Psychologists and researchers often describe typical firstborns as serious, conscientious, take-charge, goal-oriented, aggressive, rule-conscious, exacting, conservative, organized, responsible, jealous, fearful, and anxious. Clearly, not all firstborns fit these descriptors, but as a group, most have more than their share of these traits.
My Expressive Mode is Verbal. No surprise there. If I do not have an audience to listen, I will write it out. Blogmeister.
My Personality/Role is Matriarch Problem Solver.
Focus/Outlook - Strong-willed, Mature, Family Oriented.
Needs from Parents – Play, Trust, Closeness, Stability.
Ideally Becomes – Positive Leader, Teacher, Mother
When imbalanced – Serious, Controlling, Dominant Who says this is imbalanced?!!
Energetic Essence – Pure Love of Life. Oooo this sounds nice. It’s a keeper.
Check, check, check. I think I’ll accept the positive ones and dismiss the not-so-agreeable traits. I can do that you know. I am strong-willed and controlling. Deal with it!
If you are not a firstborn daughter, check your birth order traits at http://www.rayid.com/main/sibling.htm
2 comments:
I am the oldest of 3, thanks for the info. Some of it was true.
Terra
Interesting; gonna have to check it out. I'm the second born daughter, but the third child in a family. Wonder what I will come up with.
thanks!
betty
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