What I like about being a Supporter

• I am non-critical, accepting and easygoing.
• I know how to relax with people and relationships.
• I can see many different sides of an issue and make a good mediator.
• I can get along with most people and feel in harmony with the world.

What I don’t like about being a Supporter

• I dislike myself for lacking drive and initiative.
• I am rather placid and unsure about what I really want.
• I am concerned about what others think of me, sensitive to criticism and take everything personally.

Things I would never do

• Deliberately start an argument at a family reunion.
• Tell each of my colleagues that I am angry with them and why.
• Turn away a friend who has a problem.
• Overwhelm someone with rude aggression.

How to relate with me

• Approach me gently.  I don’t like surprises.
• Don’t take advantage of my good nature.
• Let me finish what I have to say, even if it doesn’t make sense to you.
• Give me time to complete projects and make my own decisions.  Give me a gentle push.
• Demonstrate your affection by giving me a hug.  Show me you like what I say or do.

Things people say about me

• “He always makes me feel at ease.  He accepts me for what I am.”
• “I never feel that he is judging me; he’s very patient and perceptive.”
• “He shares my interest in protecting the environment, achieving world peace, contributing to new scientific developments and the study of human nature.”

Things I should affirm to myself

• I will ask for what I want.
• I will live for myself rather than for others.
• I will set meaningful goals for my life.