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Chapter 2 Your Growth and Development
Behavior Patterns
Type 1: Aggressive, hardworking, impatient, and competitive
I often do several things at the same time.
I ordinarily work quickly and energetically.
I persist at working on a problem even though it seems overwhelming.
I often hurry.
I become impatient when someone slows me down.
In conversation, I often gesture with my hands.
I really like challenges.
I walk quickly.
Sometimes I speak too quickly and put words in another person’s mouth.
I often try to persuade others to my point of view.
Type 2: Calm, quiet, relaxed, and easygoing
In comparison to others, I am fairly easygoing.
I usually do not plan more work than I can finish.
I am a good listener and hear people well.
I am relaxed when I work.
I am bothered when people rush me.
Most people consider me quiet.
I like to eat slowly and enjoy my meals.
I can usually wait patiently.
I usually speak more softly than most people.
I rarely worry about being late.
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The natural way people respond to their environment is influenced by their temperament. Some common behavior
patterns are described here.
How could you use your knowledge of your
temperament to help you choose a project
you could complete successfully?
Link to Your Life
Knowing your typical response patterns can
be helpful. You can make choices that will focus
on your strengths. This will help you experience
success. For instance, you may be required to be
a leader in class. If you are a quiet and reserved
person, volunteer to lead a small group rather
than the whole class. When you know your
natural response patterns, you can make choices
that will help you achieve success.
The Influence of
Human Needs
How you respond to your environment
may be based on human needs. All people
have certain needs that they strive to fulfill. The
manner in which human needs are met influences