Normalizing Mediator
Hearthkeeper
(SEI-N)
Subtype Description
A good family person who is willing to do anything for the sake of the family-endure, forgive. For them, family relationships are everything. They may be hurt and break off relations, but if approached, if invited, they won't refuse. Their model of family life is one where everyone gathers regularly on the same dates-birthdays, wedding anniversaries-and everyone comes, even those who don't like each other, even those who are in conflict, because they feel it's necessary to pay their respects, etc. Maintaining such family traditions is their primary task. They are the centerpiece. They gather people around a table, a hearth, or in the kitchen-there must be a source of warmth. They create an inviting atmosphere so that people interact with each other rather than withdraw. They don't allow conflicts and keep people at a safe distance.Equally friendly and attentive to everyone. Takes responsibilities seriously. Handles routine tasks well when feels needed. Strives for autonomy and only seeks help as a last resort. Has a gift for calming others and smoothing over conflicts. On important matters, prefers informal agreements. Doesn't air dirty laundry in public. Very attached to those close to them and tends to live by their interests. Enjoys gathering the family together without feeling forced. Their goal is to make life enjoyable for everyone around them.Prototype: A caring parent, the center of the family's communication
Wherever she is, she is equally friendly and attentive. She is initially wary with strangers, keeping a distance until trust is established in the relationship. Avoids cold and arrogant people, preferring to create a harmonious and relaxed atmosphere. When agitated, her speech often becomes hurried and vague.
She takes responsibility for whatever she is assigned and easily gets used to order. She copes well with routine chores when she feels they are necessary. At times, in order to separate work from personal relationships, she operates rigorously and strictly. She enjoys artsy things, mostly done with her own hands. In her territory, she tries to have everything organized properly. She strives for autonomy and self-sufficiency, only seeking help in extreme cases.
Possesses the gift of calming and soothing those who oppose her. She knows how to be a patient listener, although ironically, she isn't for the depressed or sorrowful. Often acting as a peacemaker, persuades people to compromise. It is not easy for her to deny requests, so she behaves cautiously, occasionally alienating people; she is afraid of being clung to by people who might abuse her caring nature. It is difficult for her to understand what people expect from her. She tends to negotiate important issues on an informal basis and won't air her "dirty laundry" in public.
She is very affectionate and needs close relationships with people whose interests and needs fit with her life. She doesn't quickly bond with new people, but once she does, she is able to maintain strong relationships. She greatly values those people who share her outlook on life. She loves it when the family gets together spontaneously and when there is a common topic of conversation. She appreciates when the young respect their elders.
Knows how to persuade someone into particular affairs, but doesn't always know what business is really profitable or promising. Therefore, she becomes wary of deadlines, which she blames for failures. She hides offenses, so as not to spoil an established relationship and is good at understanding the nuances in others' emotional states.
She comes to the aid of those in need of personal support, making her well-suited to service and social sectors. She knows how to make concessions and compromises and wants to make life peaceful and enjoyable for all those close to her.
DCNH Spectra
Chaos ↔ Order Spectrum
Initial
Terminal
Fight ↔ Flight Spectrum
Contact
Distant