Situation - You know your own or their Disc pattern.
These are the secrets of how to Hone Yourself™ (or them).
When you know your (or the other person's) Disc pattern
it
is useful to Hone Yourself™ to simply go better
This section is for the Oxor™ masters and mistresses, ladies and gentlemen and others.
Hone is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as "to make more acute, intense, or effective".
You will most likely need assistance if you are here by accident :-) This might tell you what but it will not tell you how.
Here are all sixteen patterns - Honed.
You will be here and you have already worked that out!
1. Can it be the Director - ESTJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Director is a hard worker and likely have a to-do list at the beginning of every day. Just remember
that sometimes slowing down and not rushing from task to task can help to do things better. Pausing before making
a decision can help gain more insight, see a new perspective or find a creative avenue that had not been thought of prior.
2. As someone who likes routine and consistency it is also important to be open-minded for new alternatives. Do not be
too hasty to dismiss unusual ideas or perspectives. Take some time before reverting to the "tried-and-true" technique to
ensure that it is really the best way.
3. As an extroverted thinking type the Director likes to have a lot of control over what is
happening. Do not let that sense of control get out of hand! Remember to value the input of your
opposite types, whether they are feeling types, perceiving types or intuitives. Opposites can learn
a lot from each other.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Contented, Energetic, Prejudiced, Self-Satisfied, Practical, Loyal and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your no-nonsense, take-charge demeanour makes others feel confident and secure. You can be counted upon to be honest and let others know how you really feel. You will not waste others' time playing games or beating around the bush. Others love how much you value your family and friends and how committed you are to your purpose and your values. There is something deeply attractive about your confidence and steadfast nature.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 12/16. Is incredibly calm and collected in work matters until something is not done correctly. Loses temper in personal matters.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Create workable, step-by-step plans for teams and communities so that goals can be achieved and order can be maintained.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: With a tendency to be workaholic, try spending a few minutes unplugged after you wake up. Do not check emails, news feed or the to-do list. Do some stretches, take a hot shower, practice some yoga. Choose some calming rituals that help you to feel refreshed and ready for the day ahead. Working yourself to the point of exhaustion is a form of self abuse and the stress will show up in your body at some point. Exercise and movement tend to be great ways to de-stress and gain a new perspective on something challenging. For your physical self care, put on a 2-3 minute song and move for the duration of the song every day. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy nit picking.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Being too strict.
2. Can it be the Developer - ENTJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Developer hates to waste time and despises laziness or procrastination. This can be a good thing
and can propel them towards their goals. However, sometimes it is important to slow down and analyse a
situation more fully before taking action. Sometimes "procrastinating" for a little while can help
to see a new creative angle to a project being worked on. Sometimes slowing down can help seeing a
new and better way of doing something.
2. Burnout is a common problem for Developers. It is essential that time is taken to check in with
the physical health. Enough water today? Enough sleep? Exercise? Prioritise physical health so that
thinking is more clear and then live to enjoy the fruits of your labour.
3. Do not forget values and personal ethics when working towards the desired vision. What is something
that could be done today that would give life meaning and significance? Volunteer for a charity
that you care about? Should you call the Parents and ask how they are doing? Maybe
take one of your kids out for ice cream. Do not get so focussed on productivity and action such that
the things that matter on a deeper personal level are forgotten.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Ambitious, Forceful, Optimistic, Egotistical, Adaptable, Energetic, Loyal and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your take-charge, commanding personality exudes confidence and appeal. You are a trailblazer of new ideas and bold, strategic moves. Whether you are starting a new company, pursuing the relationship or learning a new philosophy you do everything with courage and curiosity. You may intimidate people at first, but the more others get to know you the more they realize that beneath your no-nonsense demeanor is an authenticity and nobility that draws others in.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 10/16. Are not be naturally inclined towards calmness but their strong leadership skills enable them to handle high-pressure situations with composure. They approach challenges head-on and strive for efficient solutions. Can go off though!
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Organize ideas, objects and information to create workable plans.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: Given that getting to the next rung on the ladder or the next height in personal growth can become all-consuming, you can sometimes lose sight of the people and relationships in your life that matter most. As a result, sometimes friendships can be minimal and relationships can be full of tension you never wanted to cause. Schedule ten minutes a day to attend to your relationships. Some relationships require more than this - e.g. your spouse or children. But during these ten minutes you can send a text to a friend with a joke, remind someone you are thinking of them or even send a snail-mail card if you really want to make an impact. For your physical self, drink one full glass of water every morning before you have coffee or anything else. This will remove toxins from your body more quickly, improve your metabolism and help with a host of other health-related issues. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Bullies are hard to convince.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Working too hard.
3. Can it be the Results - ESTP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Results pushes physically and attaining a new goal can be intoxicating. However, they can hurt themselves
in the process. Take time to rest, stretch, hydrate or eat a healthy meal. Do not overdo it so much that the result is
a long-term injury or illness.
2. The thrill of a new adventure can be so compelling, but before jumping right in make sure to look at the long-term goals.
Does this adventure align with what is wanted in life? Will it set the Results forwards or backwards? What are the risks?
Weigh the pros and cons before doing something that may be regretted later.
3. Remember to take time for quiet and stillness each day. In the quiet of the Result's own mind it can be assessed whether
theactions are logical and whether they align with own principles. Look at the unfinished projects and come up with a
strategy for completing them. The Results life tends to be a busy one, but getting away from all the commotion and
assessing where the Results is at is very beneficial.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Dominant, Flexible, Demanding, Sociable, Flexible and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You are the quintessential daredevil and others just want you to take them along for the thrills and excitement you personify. You do not cave in under pressure and you certainly do not come across as needy or over-reactive. You have the charm and daring nature of a 'bad boy/girl' but you also seem to just 'know' how other people feel and what makes them tick. Is there anything more attractive than that?
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 16/16. Can go off a la Donald Trump when provoked.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Rapidly assess data and size up a situation to find solutions and opportunities.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: Liking being active and moving can lead you in a lot of ambitious or thrilling directions, it can also mean you overdo it and wind up with health issues, financial issues or chronic pain as a result. Spend five minutes each day investing in yourself. Instead of spending money on a coffee, put it in a savings account. Rather than playing a game on your phone while you wait for something, practice deep breathing and do some quick stretches. These small investments will pay off in the long run by helping you stay healthy, avoid burnout, and manage stress. Sometimes fast food and quick, rich snacks are more appealing than healthy foods that are not as easy to grab-on-the-go. Carry something healthy wherever you go so you can have an easy snack when hunger strikes. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy rushing around.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Failure.
4. Can it be the Inspirational - ENTP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Inspirational risks puting off taking care of physical needs because the excitement of opportunity is always
pulling them forward. Pause every day, make sure to drink enough water and get enough sleep. Eat healthy. Take care
of physical needs so that your mind can function optimally.
2. Appreciate and honour the things that are stable and dependable. Choose some healthy, meaningful habits that
can be repeat daily to maintain well-being and contentment.
3. Remember that new can be best, but not always. When distracted and looking for a greener pathway, remember what
drew the Inspirational to the life already in place. Remember how much you wished for the things currently possessed.
Do not throw away the tried-and-true ways because of a need or a compulsion to innovate and change everything.
Learn to pick and choose the things that are trustworthy and the things that are worth changing.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Enterprising, Friendly, Resourceful, Heading, Self-centered, Independent, Flexible and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You are a trailblazer of innovative ideas and out-of-the-box strategies. Your quick mental energy and your enthusiasm about the future is compelling and deeply irresistible. Others love your charm, yet your simultaneous bravery when it comes to disrupting traditions or debating a custom that makes zero sense to you. Others cannot get enough of your humour, brains and imagination.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 9/16. Possess a warm and nurturing nature which helps them remain calm in most situations. They are skilled at maintaining harmonious relationships and guiding others through challenging times. May change when forced into a corner.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Create options and opportunities that other petterns would miss.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: As you are both curious and analytical, you should do something every day that your past self would be impressed by, even if it seems small. You are someone who appreciates change and spontaneity, but maybe your younger self would be impressed if you had a weekly game night with friends or sent a postcard to an incarcerated person letting them know that they mattered. Your mind is always going and you are always looking for the next big idea. Sometimes in this quest for new ideas and possibilities, you lose track of your physical needs. Get at least seven hours of sleep per night. This can seem difficult when so many activities are beckoning to you, but it is crucial for your mental and physical health. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy scheming.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Saying what is on your mind.
5. Can it be the Persuader - ENFJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Persuader is sometimes so focussed on other people and the potential seen within them that
the Persuader can become overbearing. Remember that each individual is responsible for their own choices.
Do not take it personally if they do not take advice or ignore input. Take some time each day to focus on
your own goals, values and priorities in life.
2. Remember to make time for quiet each day. The Persuader loves being around people and getting
to know them deeply. But they also need quiet, peaceful time each day to focus on own thoughts,
feelings and plans. Too much extroversion can burn anyone out, even the Persuader.
3. When someone comes to the Persuader for help it is extremely tempting to say "yes" right away!
Be sure to take time to get in touch with own intuition before agreeing to something. Remember
that it is okay to say "No" sometimes. Analyse the implications of each decision made. Is this
decision in line with own values and priorities? Does this individual need to learn to solve
this problem for themselves?
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Active, Pleasant, Social, Demanding, Impatient, Appreciative, Compromising, Kind and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your ability to exude a motivational-speaker/wizard aura is second-to-none. You have a way of challenging othersto be their best selves while making them feel deeply and passionately understood. Your ability to spot unique human capabilities and your power in transforming perceptions is awe inspiring. Your skill with people, your warmth and your perceptiveness are extremely enticing.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 14/16. Loses calmness when held to account.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Recognize the needs and gifts of others.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You are always tapped into the emotional wavelengths in the world around you. Giving people a good emotional experience and developing strong bonds is crucial to you. But sometimes you can forsake your own personal needs in the moment. Throughout the day, take time to state what you are feeling, claim that feeling and take action because of it. This could be as simple as saying “I need a minute to think” rather than saying “Yes” immediately to a request. Take a a nap when you are tired rather than overextending yourself or it could be as big as calling a friend to chat when you are feeling lonely instead of always having to be the one who is the helper. No matter what it is, make sure you’re claiming your feelings and needs throughout the day so you can stay in touch with yourself. Meditate for one minute a day. It is crucial for you to get time alone to be mindful and calm. These moments open your mind to insights, epiphanies and overall well-being. But many Persuaders, at their naturally busy pace, tend to tire of meditation because it feels overwhelming. Starting with one minute every morning makes it attainable and non-threatening. Once you are in the habit, you can increase the time as you like. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy interfering with others (such as my aunt).
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Doing too much in relationships (interfering).
6. Can it be the Appraiser - ESFJ
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Appraiser is someone who naturally looks outwards to the needs of others, it can be easy to forget about
their own needs. Make time to consider own values, ethics and desires. Is living in accordance with those things?
Is the Appraiser saying "Yes" to too many things? Are they getting burned out? Take some alone time to consider
this each day.
2. The Appraiser has an innate grasp of what other people need and want in life. Sometimes they might feel like
they know more about others than they know about themselves. It can be easy to think that they know what is best
for other people and while sometimes that is true, it is important not to become pushy or overbearing in this.
Some people solve problems best on their own. Some people need space to themselves before they can identify the
best solution. What works for an Appraiser might not work for another type. Use the gift of helpfulness, but do not
overdo it or smother other people.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Outgoing, Loyal, Organized, Tender-hearted, Flexible and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You are someone with a strong sense of purpose and direction in your life. Others are drawn to your social grace, warmth, attentiveness and no-nonsense practical nature. You know how to support others in their endeavours while keeping a steady head in times of crisis. Your grounded outlook on life puts others at ease and your strong values inspire others to live for a higher purpose. There is something deeply appealing about that.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 13/16. Only lose it they cannot get away from the issue for an hour or two.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Sense what is needed in a community and then plan out how to get there.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You are naturally focussed on your relationships and the meaningful connections in your life. You find joy in making other people happy and you are often the one they come to when they need a shoulder to cry on or someone to help them out. But sometimes you can forget to take care of yourself in the process. Open up a notebook and scribble down how you feel for five minutes every morning or evening. This process can help you to tune into yourself, your values, needs and thoughts. It can help you to communicate your needs better with others and it can also help you to make decisions from a place of self-awareness rather than just being pulled around by others’ needs and feelings. Take a relaxing bath once a week. This can help you to de-stress, unwind and calm yourself. This can elevate your mood, help you sleep better, ease sore muscles and reduce blood pressure E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Has said 'yes' too often - e.g. my son.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Needing attention.
7. Can it be the Promoter - ENFP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Promoter risks getting so caught up in variety-seeking that they run away from positive
routines. Try to create a few healthy habits that can be maintained daily to avoid burn out or
hurt relationships.
2. Remember that new is not always better. When distracted and looking for a new opportunity, think
about the unfinished projects still waiting for completion. What is gained by finishing them?
What inspired the Promoter to start them?
3. Take some time each day to tend to own physical health. As a risk-taker that can be a
good thing, but not while risking own physical well-being.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Enthusiastic, Outgoing, Spontaneous, Changeable, Impulsive, Energetic, Understanding, Loyal and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You are a visionary with epic and transformational ideas for the future. Your sense of wonder, imagination and creativity is only made more appealing by your engaging and warm personality. You have a contagious energy and an enthusiasm for life that makes people around you feel awakened and inspired. It is deeply appealing and it is something we all love about you until we want you to finish something.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 15/16. Gets agitated when they decide to focus on something e.g. legal action, held to account or when they fail to receive that free bottle of wine that they scheme for.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Coming up with many possible solutions to just about any problem.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: For this dreamer, it is important to make time to plant the seeds of imagination and possibility in your mind. To be more inspired, go somewhere new this weekend! You could visit a state park, a new restaurant, an art museum or simply take a different route home. When you expand your horizons and take in a new environment, you give your mind new images, objects and ideas to toy with to generate inspiration and insight. It can be challenging to take care of your body at times. You are tuned into the world of the imagination and the abstract, but are less tuned into what your body needs on a consistent basis. Try exercising for ONE minute every morning. Do 15 push-ups, sit-ups or some quick yoga stretches to get your day off on the right foot. Everyone can spare one minute! And, over time, you may find yourself adding in more exercise as you develop a habit and routine. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Totally too disorganized.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Following your heart (lack of facts).
8. Can it be the Counselor - ESFP
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Counselor is enticed by new adventures and experiences, but it is important to look before you leap.
Think about the long-term consequences of choices before embarking on something new. Ask for advice from a
trusted friend or mentor.
2. Take some time each day to slow down and assess own thoughts and feelings. Is conviction felt
and a sense of "rightness" in pursuits? Take a break from the action and movement to pause and consider
own values and true desires.
3. New ventures can pull the Counselor away from projects already begun. Take a moment before switching
direction to remember why the current project was started. What risks are there in changing paths? Will
the benefits outweigh them?
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Changeable, Energetic, Forceful, Initiating, Resourceful, Kind and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your warmth, enthusiasm, and adventurous nature are magnetic to others. You pull others out of their heads and show them all the awe-inspiring experiences life has in store for us every single day. Others cannot help but be drawn in by your compassion and humour – an unusual combination, but one that keeps others yearning for more.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 11/16. Can lose self control if they spend too many dollars at the Gin Palace.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Finding quick, practical solutions to problems in the real world.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: Living for the now is something many people strive to do but you gravitate to it. But, at your best, you also know that taking care of your future self is important, too. Try to do something every day that your future self would be proud of or be thankful for. This could be putting a few dollars in a savings account, writing a text to a parent or practising learning a new language! The opportunities are endless, but keep reminding yourself of the future benefit even when it gets hard. Liking to stay active, being sedentary and cooped up can make you feel antsy and restless. You can feel listless and apathetic if you are stuck in one place for too long. Every time you notice a new hour has begun, take one minute to get up and move. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too focussed on sussing out the next party.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Losing self-control.
9. Can it be the Specialist - ISFP
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Specialist can be tempted to isolate themselves from others. After all, the inner life and favourite activities
provide so much meaning and joy. But it is important to also experience the joy of friendship and interaction. Text a
friend or family member and ask them about their day. Invite someone along on a hike. Show off one of your creations
on social media. Creating lasting bonds with people will give the Specialist's life more meaning, even if it takes a
while to find the people you can trust.
2. On the flip side, if lifestyle demands that it is required to be around people the majority of the time, make room for
the Specialist. As an introvert they need quiet, stillness and time alone to pursue unique interests. They also need
space to process feelings. It is easy to suffer burn out.
3. The Specialist probably has a lot of ideas and hopes, but might feel that planning them out is next to impossible.
Do not be afraid to enlist the help of a friend when it comes to segmenting and organising goals. This can be a
struggle, but not impossible. Sometimes the Director, Objective Thinker, Developer and Enhancer can be very helpful in this regard.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Easygoing, Gentle Caretaker, Cheerful yet low-key enthusiasm, Flexible, Spontaneous, Flexible and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You are a blend of contradictions that intrigue and spark fascination. You are empathetic but mysterious, reserved but daring, sensitive yet adventurous. Your inner integrity and resolve inspires us to examine our own lives and be more true to ourselves. Your natural eye for aesthetics makes you effortlessly attractive and your creativity opens our minds to new ways of seeing the world.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 8/16. Possess a gentle and peaceful disposition. They appreciate beauty and often find solace in artistic pursuits. Their ability to connect with their surroundings and express themselves creatively contributes to their overall calmness.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Extremely in tune with own ethics, morals and values.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: While craving a life of authentic self-expression, sometimes stepping out and pursuing these creative dreams can feel daunting and overwhelming. Create a vision board. This can be a physical board with pictures and words that inspire you, or it can be a digital board on your computer or phone. The important part is to take the time to curate images and phrases that represent what you want to achieve and who you want to become. This will help keep you motivated and inspired when things get tough! Leave your phone in another room while you sleep. Research indicates that Specialists find themselves checking their phone throughout the night or binging TV series on their devices when they should be sleeping. Leaving your phone in a distant location can help you to sleep more deeply and be healthier and happier overall. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. They would need an operation to remove the phone.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Pursuing your passion.
10. Can it be the Investigator - INFJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Investigator is an imaginative introvert and it can be easy to hoard alone time. Remember that
relationships and friendships matter. If feeling burned out from your work week and someone asks
for time to be spent with them, do not "ghost" them. Let people know when alone time is needed,
remember that it is okay to say "Not right now". Responding is always better than ignoring.
2. When an idea or symbol comes in, write it down! The Investigator's mind can wander over many
meaningful, insightful things, but sometimes they disappear from the memory shortly thereafter!
Keep a journal so that you can keep track of your inspirations.
3. Like all intuitive types, it can be easy for physical needs to be forgotten. Do not get so
caught up in the future theories and imaginings that drinking water, eating enough food or getting
enough sleep are forgotten. Remember to take care of the health.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Sincere, Sympathetic, Unassuming, Submissive, Easygoing, Reserved, Patient, Kind and Logical.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your intense, perceptive nature is simultaneously scary and enticing. You seem to just 'know' about people without being able to pinpoint why. You open others' imagination to new possibilities and new ways of seeing the world. You empathize with others' hurts and cheer us on in our successes. You make others' world bigger and draw others in close and make them feel understood in a powerful way.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 4/16. Possess a serene and composed demeanour. They have a strong sense of intuition and are often able to remain calm even in stressful situations. Their ability to see the bigger picture helps them maintain a sense of peace amidst chaos.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Surprising ability to look ahead and foresee likely future outcomes.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: Many of you are night-owls who enjoy the peace, quiet and tranquility of the late evening hours. Sometimes when the alarm rings in the morning it feels like a harbinger of doom rather than a call to a bright new day. Do something fun every morning when you wake up. This could be dancing to a favouite song, reading a chapter in a book or doing some stretches and sit-ups while watching a favorite show. Use your imagination to think up something that will have you jumping out of bed with a smile rather than pulling a pillow over your head and hitting “snooze.” You can also feel so wrapped up in thoughts and musings that you lose touch with what your body needs. Every time you notice that a new hour has begun check in with your body. Breathe deeply and allow yourself to take in all the sensations inside yourself. You might be surprised to find that you need to stretch a sore muscle or that you are dehydrated and need a drink of water. Practicing this habit can help you to honour your physical needs, improve your health and feel better overall. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Certainly not my ex-spouse nor the personality at Bonnie Doon.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Being too tough on yourself.
11. Can it be the Agent - INFP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Agent can be tempted to create an idealised life in their mind and for it to stay there. Remember to get out
into the world and bring own imagination to life in real, tangible ways.
2. Find people who believe in the Agent and make time for regular interaction with people trusted. Through this
"meeting of the minds" it will be possible to strengthen productivity and well-being.
2. Do not leave your creative thoughts in own mind alone. Write them down. Draw them. Create something that brings
the inner world outward into the real world.
3. Try something new every week. These new experiences furnish the imagination and while they may
be hit-or-miss, the positive experiences can bring something meaningful to re-experience again
and again.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Artistic, Reflective, Careless, Sensitive, Careless. Lazy, Flexible, Appreciative, Kind and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Your rich imagination and mysterious, complex nature are deeply attractive. Others wish that you could invite us into the world inside your mind so they could explore its beauty and ingenuity. You see meaning in everything around you and you challenge us to be our authentic selves. Others cannot get enough of your empathy, vision and sincerity.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 2/16. Are known for their calm and gentle nature. They have a deep sense of empathy and often approach conflict with a peaceful mindset. Their ability to empathize and understand others contributes to their overall calm demeanour.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Striving to live a life that aligns with their values and ethics.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You are a dreamer in La La Land and an idealist at heart and sometimes feel pushed and pulled in a world that admires productivity over purpose. Focussing too much on external demands is an energy drain for you and it can get you out of alignment with your core self. You do not seem to align with the real world. Spend five minutes reading poetry or inspiring quotes at lunch time. This is a great way to re-set your day if it has become too hectic and distracted. It can also align you with your inner self and the feelings and values that matter to you. When it comes to the physical world, you enjoy having a room or section of your home personalized to your tastes. But sometimes you can start to become stuck in a rut and worried about venturing beyond. Bring some of the outdoors in. Take a nature walk every week and find some leaves, acorns or other natural items to make something creative with. Use that creative piece as a focus in your personalized space. This will help you liven up your environment while motivating you to explore the outdoors and nature itself. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy finding someone to complain to.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Indecision.
12. Can it be the Achiever - ISTP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Achiever's alone time is so vital to own well-being it can be tempting to overdo it.
While getting plenty of isolation is good for an introvert, it is also important to take action
for others as well. Take a moment to pause each day and let someone know you care about them
through a text, email or in person. Find ways to reach out to people through volunteering at a
homeless shelter or in some activity of interest.
2. Boredom can be a problem for anyone, but especially for perceiving types. The Achiever hates
being bored or subjected to mundane tasks. It can be easy to switch gears and leave a project
unfinished. Before a change of direction take a moment to weigh the pros and cons. What negative
implications will occur if the project is left half-done? What positive implications could there be?
Typically the Achiever is very analytical in decision making, but sometimes distraction can
trip them up.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Critical, Detached, Guarded, Independent, Resourceful, Flexible and Logical.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You have a steely, rebellious nature that is both intriguing and captivating. Nothing about you screams 'look at me!' but everything about you makes us want to know more. You have a devil-may-care attitude, a wry sense of humour and a scrappy ability to make it through any crisis situation. You are blend of intellectuality, street-smarts and laid-back charm which makes you completely irresistible to some.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 7/16. Typically calm cat who enjoys living in the present moment. They have a knack for troubleshooting and finding practical solutions which helps them remain composed even in challenging situations. But have a long fuse which can ignite the gunpowder.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Good at finding clever solutions to immediate problems and conflict.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You love figuring out how things work and interacting with your environment in a hands-on way. Freedom, adventure and knowledge are all core drivers for you. But sometimes, in your quest for practicality, you end up suppressing emotions or belittling them within yourself. “Keeping your cool” is admirable, but you also need to have healthy outlets for what you are feeling inside. Take time to feel whatever emotion you are experiencing at the moment. Remember that there are no good or bad emotions, only good or bad reactions. The more you suppress an emotion, the more it can bubble up later in an unhealthy way. Validate your emotions, respect them, allow yourself 90 seconds to feel the emotion fully, then take a deep breath and ask yourself some questions. Try to ask yourself why you are feeling the way you are. Is there a pattern there? Is there a past experience or trauma that i being triggered? What is the emotion trying to tell you? Choose to be curious about the emotion and its meaning without judging or belittling yourself. If you choose to process your emotions rather than bottling them up you will have less resentment, rage and triggers later in life. Take a 10 minute nature walk three times a week. This can do wonders for your mood, give you time to think and process and alleviate fatigue and a bad mood. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Too busy tinkering with something.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Needing time to yourself.
13. Can it be the Practitioner - ISFJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Practitioner needs to trust themselves. When they get a new idea that might disrupt their routine or
seem a little "crazy",write it down! Let the idea sink in or run it by a trusted friend before immediately
dismissing it as "unrealistic" or too risky.
2. Stand up for themselves! One of the most common traps that the Practitioner falls into is caring too much
about the feelings of others and losing themselves in the process. Remember that loving someone sometimes
means saying "No" and letting them solve their own problems. They need to remember to love themselves and
allocate time for recuperation and solace.
3. Get out and explore new ideas and themes sometimes! A Practitioner enjoys meaningful rituals and a stable life.
However, sometimes that can go too far! Try something new every week, whether it is going to a new restaurant
or hiking in a new location.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Conservative, Conventional, Guarded, Reserved, Kind and Encouraging.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: Underneath your warm, generous demeanour lies an individual with steely resolve and focus. You will defend your loved ones with determination and courage and you hold deeply to your values and principles for life. Your empathy and your grounded outlook on life draws others in and give them a sense of security in this chaotic world. You remind others what is real, what others can trust and what is worth defending.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 3/16. Are naturally calm individuals who value harmony and stability. They are excellent listeners and find solace in creating a peaceful environment. Their commitment to maintaining balance in their relationships and surroundings ranks them No. 3. But they are passive-aggressive!
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: A huge capacity for both empathy and practicality.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You enjoy a steady conflict free routine and warm, harmonious relationships. You tend to be a nurturer by nature and someone who brings stability and a sense of “home” wherever you go. However, beneath your warm exterior there are times when you re-hash past mistakes, fears or embarrassments. It can be difficult for you to try new things at times if your mind is wrapped up in all the things that could go wrong or you start doubting yourself. When you are having a negative thought, ask yourself if it is moving you in the direction you want to go in life. Remember that your thoughts and emotions can lie to you, especially if you keep re-playing negative memories in the mindset such that those experiences will keep repeating themselves. This is being 'rusted onto the past'. Find a routine that is pleasurable and easy to begin with. Find a beautiful spot in or outside of your home and create a five-minute calming routine. Drink a fresh glass of water, meditate for one minute and then stretch your body so you can face the day feeling calm and revived. The more you do this, the more you may want to stretch out this routine to incorporate more meditation, some yoga, some calisthenics or simply some time to calm down and enjoy the moment. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern apart from going for a walk.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Being unable to say no.
14. Can it be the Objective Thinker - ISTJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. If the Objective Thinker has not grown up in an environment that nurtured their strengths, they might feel frustrated
and critical of themselves and others. They need to take time to strengthen the sensing side by tuning in to their body,
creating healthy routines that provide comfort and organizing their life so that their routines are efficient
and actually meeting their goals.
2. If they overdo their preferences then they can become stuck in a routine and be rigid about time, schedules
and procedures. New, untested ideas might seem overwhelming and stepping outside of regular habits might be
highly stressful. Try to make time each week to think about habits and routines. Is there a new way to do
something to make it better? Is there an idea previously dismissed as tangential that actually would be profitable?
3.As an introvert, it is vital to have one's own time and space to re-energise. However, do not become so fixated on
own space that hurts meaningful relationships. Pick up the phone once a day and send a text to someone you care about.
Volunteer for a charity. Let the significant other know the things that are appreciated about them. Use words to
affirm the people in your life.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Calm, Stable, Steady, Cautious, Conventional, Loyal and Logical.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: At first glance, you seem serious, wise and maybe a little on the mysterious side. But as others get to know you more deeply, they see that you have a dry, offbeat sense of humour and an attentive, devoted nature. You are someone others can count on when times get tough, someone who can be relied upon to be honest and true to your word. Your ability to stay calm and grounded during even the most overwhelming periods of life gives others strength and makes them admire you all the more. Others are drawn to your loyalty and your principled way of approaching life.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 5/16. Are known for their practicality and level-headedness. They approach challenges with rationality and logic which enables them to stay calm under pressure. They thrive in structured environments and are often seen as a stabilizing force in hectic situations.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Applying patience and focus to every project undertaken.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: Your focus is on being practical and grounded. Meeting your responsibilities and staying on course is something that matters to you. You are the kind of person who prepares for an experience ahead of time and makes contingency plans in case anything goes wrong. But sometimes you get so caught up in planning, preparing and working that you wear yourself out. If this sounds familiar, then schedule some unscheduled time into your week. This can be half an hour, an hour or even a day depending on your schedule. During this time you are not allowed to work, plan or prepare for anything. Instead, you should use this time to do something you enjoy for the sake of enjoying it. This can be reading, spending time in nature, going on a walk or anything that you feel like doing at that moment. Find a way to make physical fitness more fun and less chore. This can be done by working out with a friend, listening to music or an audiobook while you walk or run, or curating a playlist of your most motivating and uplifting songs to workout to. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Maybe with one exception.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Not taking enough risks.
15. Can it be the Perfectionist - INTP?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Perfectionist's risk is to become so reclusive that your personal growth and well-being is stunted.
Get out into the world in new ways each day while still prioritising the alone time needed. Talk to a trusted
friend, go for a bike ride or peruse the shelves of the local library. Take steps to enjoy the world nearby.
2. It can be easy to become detached and wrapped up in the own inner world. Keep engaged by volunteering for a
homeless shelter or animal shelter. Do something that is meaningful and allows own strength to be used to help others.
3. Do not forget health. The world of ideas and the joy of mental problem-solving can cause physical needs to be neglected.
Take time each day to drink enough water, get enough rest, eat healthy foods and exercise.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Candid, Ingenious, Complicated, Independent, Rebellious, Flexible and Logical.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You have a fearless ability to challenge the assumptions that many other people take for granted. You question things, you are curious and creative. You do not care about small talk or 'keeping up with the Jones’s'. Your independence and intellectual vigor is super intriguing and we want to know more about what makes you tick.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 1/16. The calmest. Their introspective and contemplative nature aids in maintaining a sense of calm. They are analytical thinkers who prefer to approach conflict with logic and reason rather than allowing emotions to take over.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Gifted at looking beyond convention and tradition to find illogical behaviour and inconsistencies.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You are an analytical and private person who enjoys diving into ideas, theories and information. Sometimes in your quest for new data and discovery you lose touch with yourself in the process. Do something that helps you get to know yourself better. Write down what you like and what you do not like. Make a list of things that revive you when you are stressed or feeling down. Every day write down one new discovery that you have made about yourself. Sometimes you can get so “heady” and philosophical that you lose touch with what your body needs or the world around you. That said, going to the gym every day or taking up a strenuous diet can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Get ten minutes of morning light exposure. During this time, do not scroll the news or play a game on your phone. Practice deep breathing, sip a cup of tea or do some refreshing stretches. This practice can help you to get in touch with your body, improve your circadian rhythms in order to sleep better at night and improve your mood. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. My father thought 'gym' was an abbreviation of 'James'.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Not doing enough toward your goals.
16. Can it be the Enhancer - INTJ?
In Your Hone Zone™ - better yourself:
1. The Enhancer should take time to recognise the benefits of your opposite preferences. It can be easy for
everyone to think their way is the one "right" way, but each personality type has its strengths. Take time to
appreciate the people who bring sensing, feeling or perceiving tendencies into the frame. Think about the
different ways these preferences can help you or others.
2. As an intuitive it can be easy to always look forward instead of enjoying the pleasures of the present moment.
Consciously take time each day to tune in to the world and the environment that they are in. What’s
something that you can enjoy right now? What’s an experience you could partake in? Many Enhancers reach
the end of their lives and realise they spent the majority of it looking ahead and forgetting to appreciate
the "now".
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your traits: Discreet, Industrious, Logical, Deliberate, Self-confident, Methodical, Loyal and Ambitious.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your attractiveness: You exude an intellectual insight and profound knowledge that
is deeply intriguing. Others are drawn to your confident and independent nature. At first, you might intimidate; you seem
aloof and absorbed in thought. You do not come across as needy and you are certainly not easy-to-read. But if others have
the courage to approach you, they might find that you are full of powerful lessons about philosophy, science and life
itself. You open our minds to new ideas and perceptions and that is super attractive.
You really like intellectual challenge that has a real potential to be implemented. This makes you tick.
You are all about making a difference, having an impact and figuring out how things are done for the first time.
You love huge things such as global level innovations. Even if yos are not in a position to implement things just yet,
most likely your focus of interest would be there. That is what makes you a very good leader. Your love for huge impact
drives you intensely to do whatever it takes on the personal level to deal with best people required to implement the idea.
For the sake of success, you would forget everything you disike about people and will do everything it takes to make
these people work and contribute at the most efficient level. You will study people, using Oxor™,
have them develop the necessary skills if they are faced with gaps, but they will get where they you want them to.
If you are working in an independent role, you will do the same relatively to themselves. Excellence makes you tick.
EXCELLENCE, PERFECTION, LEADERSHIP, RESPONSIBILITY, TEAMWORK, CAN-DO SPIRIT, ACHIEVEMENT, TRUE PROFESSIONALISM
AND TOTALLY NO EXCUSES. This is the standard you expect
of others. You realize that some behaviour patterns cannot cut the mustard, such as the Practitioner.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know how calm you are and its ranking: 6/16. They may not display their calmness outwardly, but they have an inner tranquility that helps them handle stress effectively. They possess a strategic mindset and are adept at finding solutions to complex problems, which contributes to their overall sense of calm. But do not be an idiot.
In Your Hone Zone™ - use your strength: Skilled in the art of foreseeing future outcomes and realities.
In Your Hone Zone™ - try doing this: You are constantly seeking knowledge and understanding. You want to know the “why” behind absolutely everything and this can sometimes make it difficult to just relax and enjoy life. Take ten minutes each day to do something that allows you to experience awe. Experiencing awe decreases stress, improves creativity and increases generosity, kindness and satisfaction with life. To experience awe, take time to slow down, tune into your senses and unplug. Awe can be experienced by stargazing, watching a sunrise, listening to a symphony or admiring a work of art. Commit to five minutes of intense movement each day. You could dance around your room to a song that amps up your energy, do some jumping jacks or even just walk quickly around the block. The key is to get your heart rate up and really get your blood flowing! This can help release endorphins that reduce stress, improve your overall health and boost your mood. E. Hunter™ remark: I have not witnessed any of this ever being done by this pattern. Least of all by me.
In Your Hone Zone™ - know your limitation: Not being able to read people. (Unless you know Oxor™, of course, when you are a superstar at doing this).