Posted by Hal on July 01, 1999 at 14:10:43:
In Reply to: Re: Reply to Lilia's message of June 8- Enne frustration posted by Gigi on June 30, 1999 at 18:13:46:
> I have a question here, if you or anyone else cares to answer: Do all 4's express themselves through something aesthetic- be it art, decoration, music, etc? One of my friends insisted she was a 4, but she did not look so expressive. She said she cooked good food. I don't think cooking is what 4's do to convey themselves. What do you think? Gigi
I don't think that all 4's openly express themselves through something aesthetic. For many of 4's, I imagine that their withdrawn nature gets the best of them and they keep things to themselves. They may, for example, write or paint, but not share it with anyone.
For myself as a 4, my individuality is important, but I don't normally show it in such an obvious way. I don't dress extravagantly, I don't make a living as an artist, I don't do things that say, "look at me!" My self-expression often comes in words, mostly with my close friends. I share openly of myself in this way. I express myself by connecting with others one-on-one or in small groups.
With that said, I do have an aesthetic sense, but it's not always externally visible. I'm into photography, though I don't carry pictures around with me. I'm a musician, but haven't performed since college (actually just bought a new string bass after having not played at all in 4 years.) I've been keeping aquariums since I was 9, which to me is almost "living art." And I like to put myself in beautiful surroundings, which can mean finding a nice spot in the woods to read, or just keeping my appartment clean. But none of these are readily visible when you see me on the street.
- Hal -