In the 2 very busy months that I haven't blogged for, I've been bussing to the hospital/hospice, ATTEMPTING to study (but going way.too.slowly.), busying myself with church stuff andddddd finishing my medicine block! Woot woot! 

Currently doing palliative care in the hospice, which is definitely an eye-opening SSC. It's not as bleak as it sounds....death may be an inevitable outcome but being able to support people to live their lives to the fullest until their very last breath is just so meaningful. After being jaded by the study of medicine, it's nice to finally find back my motivation for applying for medicine in the first place. =D 

That's palliation bit covered. Now on to the personality tests I was discussing with my friend today!

I realise I DID do (and posted) a personality test when I just started blogging...and Sesame street says....

You Are Cookie Monster

Misunderstood as a primal monster, you're a true hedonist with a huge sweet tooth. You are usually feeling: Hungry. Cookies are preferred, but you'll eat anything if cookies aren't around. You are famous for: Your slightly crazy eyes and usual way of speaking How you live your life: In the moment. "Me want COOKIE!"

So yes. My personality is that of a cookie-loving glutton! HAHAHAHA...Such memories from 2007 (a shocking SIX years ago!!!)

But in all seriousness...I'm an ENFP: 38% extrovert, 9% intuitive, 20% feeling and 22% prospective. I still don't quite get what that means so I looked it up and it means....
I'm an introspective extrovert who is sensitive (ie bases decisions on feelings) and probing, preferring to keep my options opened. Whatever that means. Heh.

It helpfully lists out the strengths and weaknesses of such a personality type though...and they seem to ring true about me! Interestingly enough.

ENFP strengths

• Observant. ENFP personalities believe that there are no irrelevant details or actions – they try to notice everything, seeing all events as part of a big mysterious puzzle called life.
• Very popular and friendly. ENFPs are altruistic and cooperative, doing their best to be empathic and friendly in every situation. They can get along with nearly everyone and usually have a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
• Energetic and enthusiastic. ENFPs are always eager to share their ideas with other people and get their opinions in return. Their enthusiasm is contagious and very inspiring at the same time.
• Know how to relax. People with this personality type know how to switch off and have fun, simply experiencing life and everything it has to offer. Their wild bursts of enthusiastic energy can often surprise even their closest friends.
• Excellent communicators. ENFPs tend to have great people skills and they instantly know how to present their ideas in a convincing way. They can handle both small talk and deep, meaningful conversations, although the ENFP’s definition of small talk may be somewhat unusual – they will steer the conversation towards ideas rather than weather, gossip etc.
• Curious. ENFPs are very imaginative and open-minded. They enjoy trying out new things and do not hesitate to go outside their comfort zone if necessary.

ENFP weaknesses

• Highly emotional. ENFP personalities tend to have very intense emotions, seeing them as an inseparable part of their identity. This may often cause the ENFP to react strongly to criticism, conflicts or tension.
• May have poor practical skills. ENFPs are brilliant when it comes to solving problems, creating processes or initiating projects (especially if they involve other people) – however, they are likely to find it difficult to follow through and deal with the practical, administrative side of things.
• Overthink things. ENFPs always look for hidden motives and tend to overthink even the simplest things, constantly asking themselves why someone did what they did and what that might mean.
• Get stressed easily. ENFPs are very sensitive and care deeply about other people’s feelings – this can cause them a lot of stress sometimes as people often look toward them for guidance and encouragement, and the ENFP cannot always say “yes”.
• Find it difficult to focus. People with the ENFP personality type lose interest quickly if their project shifts towards routine, administrative matters – they may not be able to stop their mind from wandering off.
• Very independent. ENFPs loathe being micromanaged or restrained by rules and guidelines. They want to be seen as highly independent individuals, masters of their own fate.

And yes, the fact that I'm blogging instead of writing my cardiomyopathy notes shows that I "FIND IT DIFFICULT TO FOCUS" since my mind has obviously wandered off here. Not to mention poor practical skills....which would be very problematic when I'm the FY1 who has to handle all the paperwork. Sigh

Oh...and there's only 5% of people with my personality in the population but they "seem to be everywhere". Hahaha....like some sort of invasion with a plan to take over the world. Muahahahahaha. The part I'm most interested in is the fact that my "preferred partner should be either an "INFJ" or "INTJ" type. WHERE TO FIND SIAH? Haiya....

Anyways, that was an interesting study on myself. =D Time for beddddd....or make notes for that last bit about cardiomyopathy....