Post by Josh on Dec 13, 2005 18:41:18 GMT -5
I found some interesting psychological stuff that applies to guys. Now ladies, you could probably rate your guy on this but you have a slightly different one.
Guys fall into one of three catagories. Most of us display attributes of all three from time to time but generally fall into one of the following personality types.
Aggressive
This is the typical "brute" guy. From the schoolyard bully to the jailhouse murderer and even that guy who pushes his way in line. These are the guys who play competitive sports, drive way too fast, and enjoy watching things explode. Aggressives know what they want and they want it now. He is the first to state his opinion, the last to admit when he's wrong, and the only guy who isn't afraid to walk right up to supermodel Hotty and ask for her phone number. Aggressives can also be said to have Type A personalities. They don't mean to be harsh or abbrasive most of the time, they simply are.
On the plus side you always know where you stand with an Aggressive. He won't hold back for fear of hurting your feelings. On the down side, he usually says things he'll regret later.
Passive
The passive can be classified anywhere from the momma's boy to the hippie. He lets people walk all over him and takes it all quietly. Usually he will wait for those around him to make a decision and go with the flow, speaking out only when he thinks it's important. Passives are introverted (shy) to a fault. They would rather spend a quiet evening with a few close friends than go out and party with hundreds. This is the guy who is more able to express his emotions and tends to read, write, or play music. A passive does have a devious streak though. Although he is more apt to cut your brake lines rather than punch you in the face, the results are the same.
On the plus side, the passive is the guy you want as your friend. He'll listen to your opinion before he offers his input and he'll generally go along with whatever you want to do. On the down side he probably won't tell you when you've hurt his feelings or completely ticked him off. He'll play the doormat until he snaps.
Protector
Protectors are often mistaken for one of the other two personalities. The protector displays Aggressive traits in that he speaks up for himself and actively pursues things he wants. The passive side shows itself in that he rarely feels threatened, and therefore doesn't deem it necessary to take action over trivial matters. Generally speaking, the protector is the strong silent type. He is able to take a lot of abuse and brush it aside. However, protectors have a few friends and family members they consider their "wards". When any of these special people come under attack the protector immediately (and all to often, without thought of consequence) springs into action to defend them.
On the plus side, this is the guy most women want to marry. He makes a great dad and will violently defend the welfare of his children. He is also the guy you want as your best friend especially if you're a passive. On the down side this is the guy who, when his wards are threatened, tends to fly into a blind rage and slash anything in his path.
And there you have it! The three personality types guys fall into.
Guys fall into one of three catagories. Most of us display attributes of all three from time to time but generally fall into one of the following personality types.
Aggressive
This is the typical "brute" guy. From the schoolyard bully to the jailhouse murderer and even that guy who pushes his way in line. These are the guys who play competitive sports, drive way too fast, and enjoy watching things explode. Aggressives know what they want and they want it now. He is the first to state his opinion, the last to admit when he's wrong, and the only guy who isn't afraid to walk right up to supermodel Hotty and ask for her phone number. Aggressives can also be said to have Type A personalities. They don't mean to be harsh or abbrasive most of the time, they simply are.
On the plus side you always know where you stand with an Aggressive. He won't hold back for fear of hurting your feelings. On the down side, he usually says things he'll regret later.
Passive
The passive can be classified anywhere from the momma's boy to the hippie. He lets people walk all over him and takes it all quietly. Usually he will wait for those around him to make a decision and go with the flow, speaking out only when he thinks it's important. Passives are introverted (shy) to a fault. They would rather spend a quiet evening with a few close friends than go out and party with hundreds. This is the guy who is more able to express his emotions and tends to read, write, or play music. A passive does have a devious streak though. Although he is more apt to cut your brake lines rather than punch you in the face, the results are the same.
On the plus side, the passive is the guy you want as your friend. He'll listen to your opinion before he offers his input and he'll generally go along with whatever you want to do. On the down side he probably won't tell you when you've hurt his feelings or completely ticked him off. He'll play the doormat until he snaps.
Protector
Protectors are often mistaken for one of the other two personalities. The protector displays Aggressive traits in that he speaks up for himself and actively pursues things he wants. The passive side shows itself in that he rarely feels threatened, and therefore doesn't deem it necessary to take action over trivial matters. Generally speaking, the protector is the strong silent type. He is able to take a lot of abuse and brush it aside. However, protectors have a few friends and family members they consider their "wards". When any of these special people come under attack the protector immediately (and all to often, without thought of consequence) springs into action to defend them.
On the plus side, this is the guy most women want to marry. He makes a great dad and will violently defend the welfare of his children. He is also the guy you want as your best friend especially if you're a passive. On the down side this is the guy who, when his wards are threatened, tends to fly into a blind rage and slash anything in his path.
And there you have it! The three personality types guys fall into.