Quick Analysis
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--Cougar--
Interactions -Like to feel in control of a situation and only reveal as much as you want to be known (which is usually nothing) -When you don't fear persecution, you will expose your genuine personality -Will only let yourself be uncomfortably exposed to the public when forced due to no other options (imagine calling out "Stop" to a lover in crowded Times Square after stumbling from a taxi X3) -Quiet as a shadow unless you want to speak; rarely break silence unless it's with something of note to say -Nearly harmless; mysteriously gentle instincts toward people, which on occasion makes you act in a friendly or protective way towards near strangers -People receive you at face value; say precisely what you mean, without vocalizing your thought process -Have a conscious awareness of your strength and the potential to inflict great harm with very little effort - a fact that is reflected in the tenderness with which you treat those dear to you; your actions which are capable of crushing someone are also capable of exceptional gentleness -Generally avoid strangers; like to keep to yourself -Secretive and wary -Elusive; people rarely get more than a brief glimpse of the real you -Need your space and plenty of it -Are immensely independent and can't stand feeling restricted by another's whims -Tend to be solitary except when people need you -Give people a wide berth where it's warranted -Would disappoint your significant other with short romantic encounters (you can only be lovey-dovey for so long), except they're frequent -So long as you're indirectly benefited, you'll aid others -If made jealous by someone you'll try to dominate the situation and gain favor -Hold people captive with your words, and are usually able to convince them of your argument -Most content with your special people (be it lover or best friend), and you are very loving to them -Playful, mostly with your significant other -Assume no duties or responsibilities for others without inclination -Touch is important in social bonding; you only make physical contact with people you like -Need plenty of personal space and get riled up if forced into close quarters with others -Formidable - usually finding yourself the dominant person in any given situation, but sometimes you have to cede to the majority or a more aggressive individual -You are reclusive and usually avoid unnecessary interaction; quite happy being alone or with your few special people -Considering all the circles you've run in and your myriad hobbies, you've garnered many aliases or nicknames; even if they refer to you differently, it's clear they're all reverent of the same person -Wouldn't like a transient member messing with what you've established (e.g. a volunteer where you work altering plans you laid out) -Don't want to appear threatening, but you will use your skills with deadly effectiveness where warranted
Leadership -Feel like you're on a quest to reach the best within yourself -- it doesn't matter if you reach the top of the corporate ladder, excel academically, or are the leader of a cherished cause, but you exude the sense that you're meant to be in the role of leader -By watching you, one is made keenly aware of the formidable grace and power that is reflected in every stride taken or leap made -Can take charge whenever necessary; always have those creative juices flowing -Able to see what needs to be done and act accordingly, you will stabilize a situation and perform damage control -Have a capacity to calmly assess and rectify problematic situations -Don't necessarily want to lead, but your being so capable often lands you in the slot -- such apparent indifference is often misinterpreted as arrogance, and petty envy amongst co-workers often surfaces as a result -Wield power with compassion -Often need to gain dominance over your environment and maneuverer in areas virtually inaccessible to others -The impression made will almost always be one of respect and/or admiration, though you seem to elicit extreme responses in others, because while some peers take an instant liking to your individuality, others will feel immediately threatened by your strong presence and hence an immediate and vehement dislike may ensue; (they may complain that you're ominous, menacing, portentous, terrifying, or appalling in character) -People turn to you for your non-partial perspective as you are able to see all sides of any given situation -When you become connected with a cause or belief, you make an excellent, out-spoken proponent -Will often find yourself in the middle of an argument, attempting to bring understanding and equilibrium to both sides -Tend to use leadership power without ego; not boastful about your victories -Can carry a heavy burden -Just because you do something well doesn't mean you like to, and you'll sometimes need to be forced to utilize it (e.g. good at math but can't stand it)
Work Ethic and Approach -Work alone as a rule; you see no advantage to teaming up, unless it's to teach someone or be taught -Wonderfully adaptable given some time to adjust -Are flexible and can find a way around most obstacles in your path -Aren't afraid to lunge at your goals with all force -Believe things are best done yourself, and are rarely jealous of what another's achieved -Resourceful, always able to pull something "out of your hat" -Can exploit a broad array of opportunities; if something doesn't work out for you, you explore other possibilities and widen your scope -Make use of any opportunity so long as it should elicit the same result -Seem to do things neat and effectively, not making things harder than they are -You're a wanderer who usually doesn't have a fixed schedule at any given time -- do a little of this and a little of that, but still get plenty done and cover a lot of ground -Don't like to be in competition, and will concentrate on a different niche to get out from under someone's radar; feel it's better to embrace your adaptability than cause trouble -Always eager to "make a fresh kill," or start things fresh -Short attention span; if something involves extended pursuit, you will soon give up, as a rule -Best at bursts of productivity rather than drawn-out endeavors; you're best adapted to short sprints, not long chases, which means you often return to a project to continue working at it -Progress in leaps and bounds when sufficiently motivated -A wonderful generalist, you are not picky and can learn to appreciate most anything -Dabble in your work at select periods during the day but like to lounge and relax the rest -Able to work in a dynamic environment (e.g. noisy office building), so long as you're left alone -Capable of a multitude of tasks; if someone needs something done, there's a good chance you can assist -Actions are precise, not sloppy -Though capable of putting your all into any given dilemma, you don't like to expend energy if you can help it -Don't like to be approached when working on something (or when socializing with loved ones) -When ready to act you don't hesitate, showing none of your movement is wasted -Patient, and prefer waiting for the right moment to just barging in -Proud individual who won't take handouts or sink to a low level -Will put something big off for weeks, so that when you do finish it, it makes up for another couple weeks of inactivity -Set your sights high, so that one goal succeeding lasts you a while; like to get things done in one shot so you can return to a more relaxed schedule -Once you've had your fill of one thing, you move on to the next venture or interest; are not static in your studies -Mentally go from here to there in record timing, without any obvious connection -Seems you were designed for multiple tasks -Spend so much time tending to a personal project that you take a long time to actually complete it; always seem to work immensely hard on it and exhaust your resources -Dedicated (though to yourself and loved ones, not work for the sake of work) -Don't believe in rushing into things without a solid foundation; you don't make commitments until you can keep them -Like to take time to digest new information -Will find your way out of a predicament, even if you don't like the means -Don't need things to be easy on you - you'll adapt and make due; find you progress smoothly where others would stumble -You're swift when caught up in something or in your element; don't stumble but seem to progress seamlessly -In order to get something done you get straight at it; this take-charge attitude sometimes causes others irritation -Conserve time and energy by planning and plotting before you make a move
Confrontations -Attacking isn't your normal behavior, and only happens on very rare occasion, so it can be considered as acting in an abnormal manner; still, you aren't to be toyed with -Have an inner respect and understanding of your own abilities and thus won't generally throw your weight around unless you're backed into a corner from which there's no obvious escape -Even if someone's started out on the wrong foot, you will usually avoid confrontation, so they should give you a way out instead of pushing the point -Like to have the last word and won't let someone just run away from a disagreement, but at the same time, if they fight back you're more likely to be intimidated and back down yourself -Utilize "mutual avoidance" when contact would be unpleasant -Most impressed (and unnerved) when an opponent stays calm and keeps eye contact, or if they clearly give the impression they could beat you -Angered by liars or anyone who tries to fool you -When challenged on your morals or beliefs, you go from your ordinarily placid state to baring fangs; such attacks are capable of cutting to your core, as you are an honorable person who does your utmost to be trustworthy, dependable, and honest -Show off your darker side when pushed too hard -Hate people encroaching on "your territory" -You have to go farther than most to achieve your ends, which causes conflict with people who get in your way or otherwise impede you -If confronted with such a person you may exchange harsh words, only getting into serious conflict if the other doesn't back down -Not as merciless as your reputation implies -- you usually don't intend to hurt anyone -Not one to explode when angry, or raise your voice unnecessarily -When agitated your words can have a 'piercing' quality; they're cold, bitter, caustic, and impossible to ignore -Purposely avoid conflict when you can, but if feeling unduly pressured or concerned you can get hostile -Find that people rarely hassle you, probably because they couldn't best you if they tried -One word from you can be enough to discourage confrontation -Your convictions are something you'll proudly fight on behalf of -When angry, your cry can be described as "nerve-wracking, demoniac, terror-striking, a trilling wail"; you can be downright terrifying -Sometimes your anger clouds your better judgment, and you will even lash out at loved ones (male cougar) -Your one weakness is the "pack mentality," and you can be dominated by a group working together against you; they have the back-up you lack, which makes being independent not always to your advantage -Show an amazing lack of fighting spirit when cornered by a group ... do not show much inclination to make a fight of it, but instead sulk away or let yourself be badgered by them ... may spit some harsh words, but won't go all-out on them -Under very favorable conditions you'll summon up the courage to take a stand and lash out, but usually this happens when your victim's taken unawares ... in these cases you're either too intimidated or a strong pacifist
--Scrub jay--
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--Lynx--
--Red kite--
What makes you, you -Can be a walking paradox, but this apparent contrast has a dazzling effect -Do not conceal your presence -Very easy-going way about you, because you don't want to overburden yourself; you go with the flow -Usually seen in a subdued state -Willing to be flexible if this prevents further unpleasant changes -Could be accused of going in circles when making an argument -Feel what defines you is the person you've become, not your past -Words not directed at you still have the potential to hurt -Keep an untidy house, but it has its amenities -Have people who are really dedicated to you not because of what you do for them, but because of who you are -Have trouble adapting to situations too far from the norm and would rather just avoid them entirely -Have very keen perception, noting the small details -Insistent when your complaints aren't being heard -You're a homebody who usually isn't up for traveling -Cautious individual who always has a back-up plan -Will want to do a lot of exploring and experimenting once you're independent, but will probably return to your old home eventually, because hey, it's home to you -Sometimes feel like you're far above the state of mind of everyone else and their petty squabbles -Will accept anything into your life that makes life easier (bring on the technology!) -Are said to have a wide tolerance to change, but some things need to stay constant, namely your home environment -Are very protective of loved ones and things that actually belong to you, but not much else (e.g. favorite bands or characters) -Able to stay on top of a situation by making small adjustments as needed -May have a long history with the place you now reside; it's unlike you to want to make a significant move -Better at defense than offense
Scavenger at heart -If people want to get rid of something, they can often turn to you -Happy to get by on as little work as possible; don't see the point in working yourself hard -Primarily an opportunist -See ordinary objects in a different light than most -An oddity who appreciates oddments; rarely do you see something simply as trash -Happy to snag something another has used -If people baby you, they should be warned they're encouraging piggybacking -Believe regular and dependable handouts are preferable to the strenuous effort involved in doing everything yourself -Not nearly as finicky as most raptor souls -Will frequently reuse all sorts of rubbish -Sometimes told of what audacity you have, or lack of shame Interactions -Greedy as a youngster, often putting your wants before others (I know, who didn't, right?) -Usually silent, but can be noisy when something's important to you -Seldom speak up except when talking to loved ones or out of necessity; your voice is seldom heard away from those you know -Your speech quirks are quite distinctive once recognized -Company makes you feel secure, even if you're not a social butterfly -Periods of high sociability balance out your otherwise solitary nature -Get-togethers with friends are usually a laid-back affair -Have the odd habit of 'labeling' friends and usually don't associate with them outside the predetermined time; someone is a "work" friend, or a "school" friend, or a "club" friend -Generally an open person and don't think to conceal your thoughts or wishes, but this doesn't mean you want people's advice or for them to try and get close to you -When you don't want someone's attention, you make yourself as uninteresting as possible till the nuisance leaves you be -Can at times be oblivious in a way that slights or angers others -See the similarities you share with others and ignore the differences in order to form a friendship -Don't mind crowds, though the majority of the time you want your space -Though your friendships are long-lasting, this appears to be more because of attachment to the same interests or location than any great attachment to each other -Won't take something seriously if the other party doesn't, e.g. would give up on a team project if your partners slacked off -When agitated, even loved ones aren't spared your wrath - they might even get the brunt of it -People don't want to get on your bad side, because your words cut deep and will tear them up -Would be the type of parent to keep in frequent contact with your child when they became independent, even being willing to lend your time and money to help them get on their feet -Though you aggravate people accidentally, it's rare that anyone really explodes at you -Easily dodge others' attacks, and may look like you aren't even bothered, but if given the chance for vengeance afterward you take it -When someone wrongs you, you're persistent in antagonizing them, becoming more aggressive the longer you stay mad -Willing to take on a chore for someone but only for a short time and only if they're predisposed [male kite] How you work -You're buoyant when doing that which you excel at; people thus associate this cheerful and lightheartedness with you -Usually found doing the aforementioned activity alone, but sometimes it involves friends -Multitasking comes naturally -Can spend hours doing one thing, only stopping if you encounter a dilemma or something of greater interest -Possess an agile mind -Can work for hours with no noticeable change of pace; make it seem effortless, but that's because you make it as effortless as possible -When you can't figure something out you don't give up, but wait for someone more capable to come along and show you -Seem reluctant, and are slow to start something if you're new to it; can take you a long time to get the hang of something, but once you do, you're good -Like to concentrate on a small number of tasks for any period of time -Are capable of extreme stamina and wherewithal, but less than ideal circumstances usually cut your progress short -Like to return to a project and keep slowly adding on until it reaches considerable size -If a method you use is successful, you stick with it -Like to see the whole scope of something before making a decision; not the type to rush into things -If you get past the hump, your success rate in what you pursue is pretty high -In contrast to your usual attitude, you're willing to work harder to aid loved ones -Tend to search opportunities out instead of doing nothing but waiting for them to reveal themselves to you -Feel that you could be called the master of your area of expertise -Your requirements for a suitable home and suitable workspace are significantly different; might like a compact home but very spacious work area -Have the balance and control to take advantage of the slightest opportunities -When you're determined to get a thing done, you rarely leave it unattended for more than a few minutes at a time [female kite]
--Mourning dove--
Female dove -Very location-oriented, and feel most secure staying on site. (You would choose to stay at the tent while your friends collect firewood.) -Take others' ideas and expand on them; you're poor at picking things out but know what to do with them -Indecisive and like people's opinions first -Fine with handing over your project to another, as this means you can move on to something else
--Maned wolf--
[ at a glance ] -Immediately recognizable -At a glance people expect you to possess a different personality than what they get, proving that old proverb that looks are deceiving -Distinctive personality; you stand out in a crowd -Reflect what you grew up with, and may look awkward outside of it (like the country girl in NYC) -Just your presence might elicit strong reactions in people (be it anger or amusement) -You're a lot nicer than people expect -People find the reputation is bigger than the person, as you're sometimes portrayed as a 'threat' -Give the illusion of being tougher than you often feel; people are impressed by your aura -Stunning; something about you aspires awe in people -Usually to-the-point and rarely longwinded; kind of gruff -May be seen as caustic or unmerciful given the right circumstances, but you don't mean to be -You're vastly different from the people you're often associated with -Can be a bit of a gossip, and you're able to make yourself heard if you want to -There's one trait of yours that stands out to everyone you meet -People always seem to have questions after their first encounter with you; there's something confusing about you that they always need answered -Can be described as beautiful (if not unusual looking) -Have a conspicuous way of moving, and due to your conspicuousness, there are plenty of misconceptions about you that've arose -You're very secretive, shy, and sensitive -What most people know about you comes from artificial settings, not you as you normally act given space and freedoms -You're a hard person to get to know and most acquaintances only know the most basic of facts about you, and little about your personal life Fox on Stilts
[ general traits that make you, you ] -You are your own person and don't feel you were heavily influenced by anyone -Keenly perceptive in areas where others may wander lost, especially when the subject at hand is your specialty -Flexible but your preference is clear -Not the type to rush adult responsibilities on yourself; may be seen as lazy, but your priorities just aren't the same as others' -Need things to be a certain way and feel lost when they aren't an option -Even when still you're very aware of your surroundings -Care about conditions more than time of day, so you're flexible in your daily schedule; when you're active will depend on what's most convenient -Matured quickly, but still you felt you had a lot of growing up to do to be happy with yourself -What matters most to you is likely kept secret from most people; don't want to feel vulnerable -Your history and complex relationships with others make you a unique and precious gem -When things are out of your control you get stressed and act atypically -Stick close to what you know; you aren't very adaptable and feel exposed in unfamiliar places -Have trouble saying No when something's offered -When you're comfortable you're less mobile and fidgety; you're probably the type to pace when bothered -Not prone to tunnel vision, you like to know your options before making a big decision -Have little OC-like compulsions -May like to chew on things or wander -Generalist that you are, you'll indulge in a wide variety of activities depending on availability -You're emotional without being overbearing -People are amused that you can do one thing so adeptly than look clumsy when tackling something seemingly so similar -May be skilled in what's hard to most people over what's supposed to be easy, but that's just how your talents developed -Like what's good for you, i.e. healthy for your body, mind, or both -The presence of people often times ruins something for you, be it a beach, park, or bookstore -Don't always do things conventionally, but that's because you can't imagine doing so -How you are is how you're going to stay; you're not what people would consider a dynamic or fluid personality -Need things out of your way and hate feeling crowded Gimme My Space
[ interactions ] -Prefer a solitary lifestyle -Have a devoted personality, and this shows in your relationships -Your interactions with loved ones remain a mystery, as you're so secretive about it -Spending too much time with people will make you feel overcrowded and anxious, although spending too much time alone also hurts your psyche; you need some social interaction -Aren't big on 'hanging out,' as you hang out by yourself; like to get together with friends when you have specific events planned -People don't get you down so much as consequential things -- people make you laugh, but consequences of people's actions more often depress you -Generally shy and will leave a stressful situation -Only go after someone when provoked, such as feeling threatened (whether the person's attacking you directly or your ideals) -Top dog in your circle, or else give an air of confidence without trying -There are few that worry or mess with you -Will feign more confidence or anger than you feel in hopes of scaring off your opponent -You have a small, close-knit "pack" -More vicious when feeling desperate -Not against the occasional sparse crowd, but your being there is often circumstantial -May not meet with friends unless you deem it "necessary," liking to spend most time alone; you're very independent -Highly territorial, but your solitary nature means that aggressive encounters are rare; you just avoid the object of your loathing -When someone helps you, you're compelled to aid them in return -Impatient when you want a certain reaction and will 'nudge' to achieve it -As close as you are, it could be said you and your significant other live 'separate lives,' because you do much on your own; like to do chores, work, and rest by yourself even if cohabiting -Your basic social unit is comprised of you and your significant other (or best friend if you're single) -Expect people to respect the boundaries you set because you respect theirs -Won't butt in where you aren't wanted, but that doesn't mean you won't patiently wait for the right moment to move in (for example, when waiting for a job slot to open) -Very affectionate and attentive towards loved ones -You tend to be more successful with members of the opposite sex; you don't get along well with most others girls/guys and will quickly establish a dominance hierarchy -Would naturally associate with your significant other more if given more opportunities to do so, but as things stand, you don't really mind; it's only feeling like you can't be with them that would bother you -The harder it is to find time with someone, the more you seek them out, but if this isn't the case you're afraid of being smothered and will keep your distance -Relatively low on the social scale; you like to be near your friends, know what they're up to, and touch base, but don't get together all that often -Most receptive to company when you're relaxed and peaceful -Often seen as the one who can 'get rid of pests' -Look down on most people -When agitated you're most likely to take it out on people close to you emotionally, with these attacks caused by stressful conditions -Would say your amicable relationships (romantic and otherwise) are stable -Will make an indirect contribution to your loved one's projects to make things run smoothly, assisting without doing the work for them -Spend a lot of time isolated from friends but you do things to stay in contact, or rely on long-distance communication like leaving them notes or calling -Used to having plenty of alone time, so even a couple disturbances a day throw you off; continued exposure to and reminders of the presence of others in your home would get to you; don't like sharing what's yours, and constant close proximity will only make you more agitated and possessive -Interactions with people you don't like liable to remain most amicable when restricted to words, and you don't have to be around them -'Peer pressure' is a real issue for you, in that you aren't used to constantly checking your behavior (doing so stresses you out) and can usually just avoid a group when you want -Measures taken to increase the amount of private time you have with your significant other will better your relationship and make you less aggressive overall -You require isolation from interference, and this can sometimes include your loved ones; even you and your significant other need space enough to be apart -If someone asks for your help you're unlikely to refuse -Contrary to the fearless and cunning predator people expect, you are surprisingly shy and wary of strangers, and you do not attack unless provoked -Your body language is loud, and people know at a glance that you're upset -When forced into increased proximity with those you don't like, it only exacerbates the already-existing conflict; closeness does not inspire you to 'sort out your differences' -On the other hand, if this increased proximity is with a loved one, you will likely come to adore them even more -People seem to pursue you for what they get out of it, not your intrinsic worth -For you, relentless attention is an undesired thing Work Ethic -May share with your significant other and live with them, but you always work alone -Do best with room to move, as restrictions only stress you out -You're a procrastinator -Not an overachiever, and you won't attempt something you feel isn't worth the energy output or risk; you're practical -Like to learn something because it's useful, and may not be as keen on random trivia -One to multi-task or jump between projects -Will take the most convenient route from point A to B if you expect no unwelcome consequences -Like your endeavors to be over with quickly and dealt with directly, and only occasionally are you persistent in drawing something out -When not working toward something specific, you laze around and relax -Have a careful, delicate approach to most things; you're tactful when the need arises -Don't usually pursue any dreams of grandeur, but like to accomplish smaller tasks throughout the day -Like to be left alone when you're in relaxing mode, doing a little something productive when the mood takes you -If people don't keep an eye on their possessions, you may take advantage -Objective and analytical, often not letting biases cloud your judgment -Being both an opportunist and a generalist, you can often figure out a way to achieve your ends -Need privacy in order to be productive and fall apart with too many eyes on you -Feel like you can't do anything naturally with strangers watching you -Swift does not describe you; you go about your business at a more leisurely pace -Meticulous and patient -Store ideas in your head until you're ready to see them realized -Need space to work but associate comfort with being ensconced in your 'den' -When you have a stake in something you want to be involved -Have peaks of activity throughout the day rather than getting everything accomplished straight-away Gender Specific -Tend to take the initiative, be it in a relationship or other goal (female wolf) -More active (male wolf)