Further Description

The choleric personality is characterized by a fiery temperament, reacting quickly and intensely like dry straw catching fire, yet calming just as swiftly when others concede, often developing greater affection for those who yield. While the choleric acts impulsively and energetically, persistence is lacking, resulting in a preference for taking on leadership roles to oversee tasks rather than directly executing them. Ambition drives the choleric to seek public recognition and praise, naturally gravitating toward roles in public life that highlight a desire for prestige. A love for grand displays and formalities defines the choleric, who appears generous and protective of others but whose actions often stem more from pride than genuine care, with self-love outweighing regard for others. With a high regard for structure and order, the choleric often seems more intelligent than is truly the case. Politeness is formal and ceremonial, often coming across as stiff and artificial, while wit is frequently directed at flattering those who are subtly mocked. The choleric pride makes this temperament highly sensitive to criticism, with even small jabs easily deflating the aura of self-importance. Such sensitivity causes more distress to the choleric than the miser feels about losing wealth, as the latter finds consolation in material gains. Ultimately, the choleric temperament relentless pursuit of validation and its confrontational tendencies often result in significant unhappiness and conflict.