I apologize in advance because I feel like every time I fill these things out my answers are so boring even though I don't think I'm a boring person at all. Also formatting is not my strong suit. Maybe it looks okay now but I've edited so many times.
What is beauty? What is love?
Beauty is something aesthetically pleasing to you. Maybe something that takes your breath away?
What are your most important values?
I think generosity is #1. Greed and stinginess is very disgusting to me. Then maybe honesty.
Do you have any sort of spiritual/religious beliefs, and why do you hold (or don't) those beliefs in the first place?
Not particularly. Though I do think it's more logical to believe in something than nothing if it may save you in the long run. Easier said than done of course.
Opinion on war? What is power to you?
I have little opinion on this. I just hope I never have to personally go to war. Immediately I want to say that war and violence is wrong, but I realize I don't have the knowledge to understand these things and don't really care to think about it. Partly because it is boring and partly because it is unpleasant to think about.
What have you had long conversations about? What are your interests? Why?
I have to stop myself from "gossiping". This is something I've worked on for a long time. My first instinct is to talk about people, though not usually in a mean or manipulative way. I'm just curious. I also like to talk personal stuff, about myself and others on a deep level. About fears and desires. I try to be a good secret keeper and the last few years I actually have been though that has not always been the case haha.
Interested in health/medicine as a conversation topic? Are you focused on your body?
I can be paranoid about my body like wondering if something is wrong, but I am very good at ignoring things. In general I am fascinated by different illnesses and such, but very avoidant about my own health.
What do you think of daily chores?
I am not great at keeping up with chores or doing them on time, but I am an adult with a home (rental) and have certain things I have to do. If I have something to listen to (podcast, etc.) I don't really mind mindless chores. I especially enjoy laundry, dishes to an extent, and lawn/garden care somewhat. Just as long as I have either something to listen to or something to think about.
Books or films you liked? Recently read/watched or otherwise. Examples welcome.
Don't kill me but I'm not a huge movie fan and the movies I do like are usually mindless comedies. I can enjoy a drama or something but I never actually feel like watching one. I watched Hidden Figures at my Fiancee's insistence recently and it was a good movie but I never would have watched it on my own. Books...I used to love fiction as a teenager but I don't have a lot of patience for it recently. I don't think I've finished a novel in at least two years. I devour books on typology of course, and some other non fiction genres. in the past though I really enjoyed Grisham novels.
What has made you cry? What has made you smile? Why?
I'm not a super emotional person at least not outwardly. I cry easily at movies/books/tv shows though. The way I look at it my life is just pretty easy and I don't have much to be upset about. But I'm pretty easily moved to tears and I'm not exactly detached from my emotions. It's like they want to come but rarely have any reason to. I cried hard at my grandpa's funeral maybe 3 years ago even though we were not close. Death definitely gets me. I smile a lot though. I love comedy (especially stand up) and laughter comes easily. My fiancee would describe me as sarcastic. Probably most chicks I've been with would. Though I would mostly say they are not good at reading me. I don't consider myself particularly sarcastic.
Where do you feel: at one with the environment/a sense of belonging?
I connect strongly with coworkers. It doesn't take long at a job for me to feel like that is my life and my coworkers are family.
What have people seen as your weaknesses? What do you dislike about yourself?
I think others see me as somewhat indecisive. Coworkers seem to think I am uncool at first. Lame since I am totally cool and am no snitch haha. I think they eventually realize that. I joke about a lot of stuff and like to call out things like "sexual harrassment" jokingly. (If I ever witnessed actual sexual harrassment I would probably do something about it if it continued to be a problem. And I do have some authority at my current job.) My mom seems to also think I am stubborn with morals. Probably just because hers are weak. My dad thinks I am careless. My sister seems to agree. We fought a lot growing up. I was always getting into her stuff/space. I have a communal mindset, she does not. I will admit I'm a bit impulsive i.e. I stole a lot of her halloween candy growing up when she would save it for months. And I'm fairly certain my mom is SEE, dad is SLI and sister is SEI.
What I dislike about myself...I have pretty high self esteem. But I consider my worst faults to be lack of self discipline and related things.
What have people seen as your strengths? What do you like about yourself?
Pretty much everyone would consider me generous and easy going. I rarely say no and am willing to help. I don't usually offer though. But it's hard for me to not help if someone asks. I'm not instinctually looking out for others and trying to help, but if the opportunity arises I will usually do all that I can. This can also be a negative. A lot of people still owe me money that I will never see lol.
In what areas of your life would you like help?
I am bad with money. I could use some sort of mentor/adviser.
Ever feel stuck in a rut? If yes, describe the causes and your reaction to it.
All the time. I'm a pretty impulsive/spontaneous person and don't try to be habitual. Yet I rarely go out or spend time with friends. Most of my time is spent with my fiancee who I live with. Also I am very reliable with work which is going nowhere but I don't have the ambition to look for a better job.
What qualities do you most like and dislike in other people? What types do you get along with?
Just be genuine. I am interested in people in general. It's easier for me to get to the bottom of people when they are honest, though being too honest immediately can be a huge turn off. But most people I love are genuine people with a lot of things going on beneath the surface. Or if I'm in party mode I just like people who are fun. Man, when was the last time I was in party mode? lol
How do you feel about romance/sex? What qualities do you want in a partner?
In theory I am a romantic person. In reality I am easily stuck in a comfortable rut. I could qualify as a serial monogamist. I am 24, I've been engaged for two years (ish?), and prior to that I have always been in a relationship. Most of my relationships lasted about a year even as a teenager. It's easy for me to commit and idealize a partner. It's weird because I am very undisciplined and somewhat unreliable, but I just feel like I need a girl to guide me in a way. I'm always looking to be completed I guess. I want to say I'm not unhappy by myself but how would I even prove that? I've never been alone for long.
I don't even want to get into sex but lets just say it's important in a relationship. As for what I look for in a partner? This seems to change a lot depending on who I'm pursuing. But in general it is someone aware and reasonably intelligent. Nurturing is nice.
If you were to raise a child, what would be your main concerns, what measures would you take, and why?
I would want to make sure they are well rounded and pleasant, intelligent people, first of all. Next I think I would be concerned for physical safety. I just don't see myself allowing my kids to participate in dangerous sports like gymnastics or American football (in particular, though lots of sports are dangerous). I think I would be fairly protective overall, but not so much with protecting them for obscene/adult stuff like my parents were. (I never watched a PG-13 movie till I was thirteen lets just leave it there lol)
A friend makes a claim that clashes with your current beliefs. What is your inward and outward reaction?
Depends. For the most part I enjoy a heated debate and will try not to make things personal or get into my feelings. But I can't promise that is the way that I will come off every time. I have definitely been accused of getting overly passionate when it comes to politics.
Describe your relationship to society. How do you see people as a whole? What do you consider a prevalent social problem? Name one.I like society. I try to fit in. I like to relate to people. I see people as 80% good. But when I see people littering I get so fucking furious Idk why. Is that what you meant? lol
How do you choose your friends and how do you behave around them?
This is a tough question. If I think about the friends I have now I'd say I choose them based on whether or not they are deep down trustworthy and good people. And interesting to be around. I try to be somewhat cool and likable, that's about all I can do.
How do you behave around strangers?
Actually not great around strangers. I'm very awkward. If a random person tries to make small talk, just kill me.