Most of us have heard of the four personality types according to Hippocrates: sanguine, melancholic, choleric and phlegmatic. The characterization of the father of medicine from the 5th century BC is still valid, but… it is not the only one. An interesting alternative is the so-called “Four Color Test”.

The author of this test is Dr. Taylor Hartman, who in 1987 wrote the book "The Color Code - Color-Coded Personality Types", in which he first described his method. In the following years, he refined it and promoted it all over the world. Today, his test is used by therapists, psychologists and employment specialists, it says "sensa".

Hartmann's method allows for the determination of four types of temperament, which correspond to the following colors: red, blue, white, and yellow.

To find out what type we are, we need to take a special test or read the characteristics of each color. A natural question arises: what will this knowledge bring us? Well, it can be very useful both professionally and personally. When we get to know the specifics of our personality, we will be able to develop and strengthen our strengths and work on our weaknesses.

The four-color test is also used in career planning – “reds” will make excellent leaders, while “whites” are perfect as freelancers. Hartman’s method is also worth applying in teamwork. When we determine the temperament of our boss and colleagues, we will communicate more effectively with them.

But this knowledge can also help us in private interpersonal relationships. It is sometimes used in therapy for couples who have problems with communication and reaching consensus. It can also be applied to friendships – it will be easier to give advice to a friend if we know her personality type. We can also take the test together and talk about how “our” color is reflected in specific behaviors or attitudes.

Here are some pretty detailed characteristics of all four colors. Read carefully and see which personality type you are closest to.

What does your favorite color say about you? It turns out – a lot!

Red

The color red belongs to leaders. This is a type of person focused on accomplishing tasks, introducing practical solutions, and dominating. He is not driven by emotions, although he can be explosive.

Strengths: confident, assertive, determined, disciplined, pragmatic, active, dedicated, independent, hardworking, thinks logically, has leadership qualities

abilities, makes decisions easily.

Weaknesses: impatient, selfish, harsh towards himself and others, lacking empathy, convinced that he is always right, critical, workaholic.

Ideal profession: director, department head, creative work with opportunity for advancement, freedom in decision-making.

Sina

The color blue belongs to arbitrators and observers. This is a type of person who values ​​good relationships with others, often at the expense of their own beliefs. The blue person defuses conflicts, collaborates well, and thinks analytically. He is an ideal team member.

Strengths: gentle, sociable, cooperative, conscientious, precise, kind, loyal in love and friendship, cultured, creative, trustworthy, willing to sacrifice.

Weaknesses: sensitive, emotional, insecure, easily offended, difficult to forgive, pessimistic, dependent on the opinions of others, cannot tolerate criticism, indecisive.

Ideal profession: analysis and planning, logical thinking, non-confrontational.

White

White belongs to individualists and dreamers who avoid conflict at all costs. This type of personality seeks a zone of comfort and peace. "Whites" are reluctant to work with others, have problems with adaptation, although they are popular in a group.

Strengths: creativity, idealism, high emotional intelligence, empathy, easily finds new solutions, altruistic, has good intuition and strong ideas.

Weaknesses: often keeps good ideas to himself, gives up easily, cannot lead people, dislikes change, rarely shows initiative, underestimates himself.

Ideal profession: stable, peaceful, with the opportunity to learn and implement new ideas without pressure.

Yellow

Yellow belongs to optimists who know how to enjoy life. This type of personality is focused on fun and new challenges. Yellow people are characterized by optimism and openness. They are excellent companions and bring positive energy.

Strengths: spontaneous, persuasive, fun, enthusiastic, not afraid of new things, loves new experiences, communicative, confident, sociable.

Weaknesses: selfish, frivolous, impulsive, has problems with concentration and order, gets into trouble easily, prone to reckless actions.

Ideal profession: surrounded by people, requires interpersonal skills, creative, independent, without strict supervision.

Interestingly, Dr. Hartmann commissioned a study to examine the distribution of these personality types in society. According to him, about 25% of people belong to the "red" type, 35% to the "blue", 20% to the "white", and 20% to the "yellow" type.