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Title: Profile
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Who I Am:
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I'm an eclectic intellectual oddity, ostensibly an engima. I do my best to stay beyond the grasp of the American mainstream. In part, my nature is that of a practical Realist; optimism is often self-deceit and pessimism can shackle creativity. Passion is often an addiction destructive of unalienable right; and the glass is half-full because it is being filled, half-empty because it is being drained. Regarding the formulation of an opinion of another person, I seek to perceive the foundational essence, not something misleading derived from a pre-structured need. Form follows function, yet, function engenders a form. I define my place in time and space through the observance of a number of useful aspects of life - a few of those are: "I think, therefore I exist" (Descartes), Human responsibilty (Sartre's Existentialism and Human Emotions), the tenets of Buddhism, teachings of Jesus (pre-Paul), a pursuit of Immutable Truth, and of course a periodic "polling" of how I exist within any social group; hence, my social and political behavior arises from conscience. Notwithstanding this, I align best as an Agnostic for group energy often evolves a beguiling fanaticism. Ethnic heritage is Norwegian, French and Scottish. Science and fitness are of great interest. My Myers-Briggs personality is strongly an INTJ. I am not "open-minded" in the modern sense, but rather, I am one who ceaselessly inquires about and investigates the matters of life. Flexible I am, but when one describes my character, "easy-going" is not used by some. My politics revolve around the founding concepts of this country as given by the the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States of America and the Bill of Rights - I am an independent voter and rarely vote Democrat or Republican. I am not a sports enthusiast. Operant psychology and ploys of passion do not work often with me, unless you are the compatible "one". I am not a lover of domestic pets but do study and enjoy the Wild Kingdom; however, felines have taken up with me from time to time. I am not enthusiastic about travel yet will do so with the right stimulus. At one time played sax in an 80's era Rock band, really; and for many years since I've been playing wooden flutes. My 10 year old daughter lives with me. Teacher of Aikido for 26 years.
Attitudes that are disappointing or exasperating:
1) An older person with an erratic, unknown, or weak philosophy of life.
2) "Going-with-the-flow" - Qualifying this, acting so for the reasoning that it is "politically correct", or that reward is possible, or finding it easier so as to not create ripples and tears in the fabric of one's reality. Worse yet, no thought at all given to it.
3) "Group-think" which forces conformity upon the members.
Music genre enjoyed are: Jazz, Techno, Trance, Industrial, Celtic Folk, some older and often obscure Rock, some Punk, some Classical.
Poetry can convey a persons essence too:
"The far moon maketh lovers wise
In her pale beauty trembling down,
Lending curved cheeks, dark lips, dark eyes,
A strangeness not her own.
And, though they shut their lids to kiss,
In starless darkness peace to win,
Even on that secret world from this
Her twilight enters in."
Walter De La Mare
Concerning relations:
Compatibility that evolves an experience of pleasant togetherness is the ideal. An attribute of an evolved person is the accumulation of knowledge that can be used for the betterment of human relations. The human memory is useful in that it offers information with which new decisions can be made; therefore, it is not wise to ignore information from previous relationships. When friendship is the goal really know yourself such that honesty is at the forefront, yet, propriety suggests that not all will be revealed. When traveling upon a similar path in life know well the nature of your partner. From yourself, give sincerity guided by honesty and flexibility. Expounding a little more, I have found that the foundational personality essence of each person in the relationship must be well understood, for events which come to pass in togetherness often stress the bond; therefore, you should really know well your personality and be able to express it to me. A Reality Perception and Value System strongly held in common and combined with trust build the foundation that evolves a lasting relationship; to achieve this, an open line of communication for all matters must exist. You and I will have mutual as well separate interests for we value our togetherness nearly as much as our individuality.
Concerning Loyalty, Trust, and Freedom:
"In giving Loyalty you receive Trust,
In receiving Trust you obtain Freedom,
To maintain Freedom remain Loyal."
Julian
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I'm Looking for:
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Life long relationship. You should be athletic with an in-place exercise program, age 40-54, a non-smoker. Your inner energy and vitality should come from you, not from your social circle. You should enjoy reading, hiking and science activities. You prefer not to live beyond your economic means, prefer home to travel and discussion of philosophy to dancing. If you've "bought in" to the new urban dog owner phenomenon sponsored by the pet industry, or focus on your pet as if it is human being, then I am not for you. Cats I like. Those of you who have words or phrasing (like silly, fun, crazy, wild, can't stop laughing, life of the party) which reflects that you may be an extrovert with inclination toward hedonism, or who look for a casual relationship, are not compatible. I prefer true equality in a relationship - therefore, I expect that you will "open the door" for me, too.
If your profile includes a feeling that you seek a real friendship and immutable truth to form a life-long relationship, and if you understand much of what I have related here, then such would be further indication of compatibility.
Can't resist, right?
What are the general attitudes and behaviors necessary to develop an enduring relationship?
What is your understanding of the different manifestations of love?
"Don't walk behind me, I may not lead.
Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow.
Just walk beside me and be my friend."
Albert Camus
I've expressed my character here. You write first, I reply.
:-)
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