Lisa Bernard

Writer, knitter, dog lover (not in a gross or illegal way).

What eHarmony.com Says About Me:
1. I usually participate in whatever social group to which I belong. I'm not a "wallflower"--I like to meet people, generate group enthusiasm and provide an open environment for communicating.
2. I have to be with people. This extends into the need to gain popularity, achieve social recognition and influence those people around me. The "bottom-line" is a strong people orientation.
3. I may act on impulse. If someone or something catches my eye, I may act without first checking things out.
4. I have a strong feeling of optimism, considered favorably by most people around me. My perception is that the bottle is half-full rather than half-empty.
5. I have a strong sense of humor. I usually know when to lighten a difficult situation, amuse and entertain people.
6. One of my great strengths is my ability to communicate and talk readily. Since all strengths may be overused at times, I may sometimes talk too much.
7. I can generate enthusiasm in myself and in other people. My enthusiasm, often contagious, involves many people in a social activity who might not ordinarily become involved.
8. I show sympathy to the feelings and needs of others. My natural empathy style may draw others to me.
9. I have a natural, outgoing style that some have labeled as the "natural salesperson." I am generally likable, talkative, and socially assertive. My primary intent is convincing or persuading people.
10. I am a natural communicator. I love to talk, offer jokes, and make sure that everyone is having a good time. This trait is especially evident at functions and outings.
11. I tend to be fluent and verbal. I like to verbalize and to participate with many people.
12. I mesh well with people who plan interactions which support dreams and goals.
13. I mesh well with people who are stimulating, fun-loving, and fast-moving.
14. I mesh well with people who provide solid, tangible, practical ideas and evidence.
15. I mesh well with people who offer immediate rewards for accomplishments.
16. I mesh well with people who support ideas for change with facts, figures and logic.
17. I mesh well with people who are sincere and use a tone of voice that shows sincerity.
18. I mesh well with people who take time to be certain that we reach an agreement.
19. I mesh well with people who plan sufficient time to talk and listen.
20. I mesh well with people who share specific ideas to carry out an action.
21. I mesh well with people who take time during explanations.
22. I mesh well with people who talk about expectations.
23. I mesh well with people who allow time to ask questions.
24. I am usually enthusiastic about activities and planning.
25. I am generally good at cooling down tense situations in a relationship.
26. I have an excellent sense of humor and tend to see humor in events spontaneously.
27. I am optimistic and tend to make others feel good about themselves.
28. I am skilled at finding "win-win" solutions when conflicts arise.
29. I like to gather facts and think things over before offering a strong opinion.
30. I am socially poised and people-oriented.
31. I am very respectful of the needs and wants of other people.
32. I tend to enjoy life and share that enjoyment with others.
33. I may want excitement and variety of activities.
34. I may want acceptance in a variety of groups.
35. I may want an outlet to vent my emotions frequently.
36. I may want no close supervision--I don't want people to hang over my shoulder.
37. I may want freedom from many controls and limitations of creativity.
38. I may want an audience to which to perform and entertain.
39. I may want support of my ideas and dreams.
40. I may want recognition of skills and ability.
41. I may want partners who practice listening and participation.
42. I may want freedom from many rules and regulations and the ability to write my own rules.
43. I may want exposure and recognition by those who really appreciate my results and achievements.