My eharmony personality profile

I saw on CNN that eharmony just got a patent on their tech, so I hopped over to the site to see how accurate they were in my personality profile. Don't worry, Tom. I set it up so that it's not giving me any matches, just wanted to put this patent thing to the test.

Here's what it said:

-In social situations, you prefer variety, adventure and the unusual. You may lose interest if you feel a situation is becoming routine. As a result, you must be kept busy and involved with making things happen.

-You love challenges and competition. At the same time, you must realize and appreciate that others may not share your zest for challenges and competition.

-You love challenges and competition. Those who know you may consider you to be a high risk-taker.

-You will take issue and not shy away from confrontation when others disagree with how you feel or think.

-You respect those who win out against the odds and show persistence. You set high goals for yourself and others.

-You have a natural enthusiasm for the activities you prefer. Because of your enthusiasm, you may forget that others have different wants and needs.

Each person has a unique way of communicating. We use a combination of body language, facial expression, verbal tone and word choice to share ourselves with others. The following statements offer a look at the natural behavior you bring to an interpersonal relationship.

-Not having a climate of challenges and competition may cause you to create such a climate. You perform best under pressure, and may assume that others want the same...your assumption is not always true.

-Having a variety of results at stake brings out the best in you. Your great strength is in directing yourself and others toward specific activities results.

Below is a list of communication styles that will mesh well with your own:

-Omit the details and get to the "bottom line."

-Flatter ego.

-Provide solid, yes or no answers--don't say maybe.

-Be brief, clear and to the point.

-Be ready at the exact time.

-Be precise about the use of time for an active and busy person.

-Prepare for demanding questions, and perhaps objections.

-Expect some resistance if you don't get your way.

-Provide questions and choices for making decisions.

-Be on time.

-Provide options, rather than opinions.

Following are some of the specific strengths and/or personal characteristics that you bring to a relationship

-Like games of competition and skill.

-You like to initiate new activities.

-You tend to give others a sense of self-reliance and strength in a relationship.

-You are passionate about your ideals.

-You tend to approach problems in a creative way.

-You tend to have a strong sense of what is "right."

-You don't get bogged down when the going gets tough in a relationship.

-You generally don't like to back away from a challenge.

-You like to resolve issues well the first time, and then move on.

-You tend to be self-reliant and not enjoy relying solely on others.

-You are a big thinker with big plans and a big image that usually carries through.

While answering the Relationship Questionnaire you established a pattern of basic, subconscious wants. This section of the report was produced by analyzing those patterns. Our wants change as we mature and obtain our life goals. You may find it valuable to revisit this section periodically to see how your wants have changed.

-Security for now, and in the future.

-Social recognition of your accomplishments.

-Peace and harmony.

-Support of your ideas and dreams.

-Popularity.

-Equal relations with others.

-Protection or insulation from aggression or confrontation.

-A friendly, favorable social environment.

-Partners who practice listening and participation.

-A support system to help you get things done.

-Time and opportunity to weigh pros and cons of decisions.

-An audience to perform to and entertain.

Strange, huh.

05.28.04 3:37pm(0 comments)