Martial State

Archetype: Warrior/Athlete

The best concept to describe the focus of this state is Might.

Physical: Action

Focus on physical execution; developing, training, and favoring physical abilities, aptitudes, and impulses.

Rational: Instinction

Focus on instincts and intuition, and not on rationality; insights not resulting from rational analysis.

Emotional: Dispassion

Focus on objectivity and away from affectivity; reactions not dictated by the emotional state of external factors.

It is the state of courage and vitality. It represents a psyche that is rationally and emotionally relaxed, but physically tense. We are in this state when focusing on disposing of our surroundings, or executing physical tasks, abilities or habits. We struggle to feel in control of our physical abilities, needs and medium.

By definition, this is the state of focus in action, instinction and dispassion. Its main characteristic is acting upon sensorial stimuli, thus determining our physical aptitudes, all while avoiding rational and emotional stress. This defines our ability to act without worrying about reasons, fears or emotional restraints.

People who have a constant tendency to this state focus on their actions and are very aware of their duties. In fact, they wish not having to deliberate in order to act with precision, which is why they train to become habituated. They are good at recognizing when things are out of place, and maintaining focus on what they are doing and not get carried away by surrounding distractions. They tend to develop a strong identification with their country, tradition, food, sports team, etc. They need to feel dutiful and complete their tasks in order to appreciate rest. They are systematic and industrious in an instinctive way. They are enthusiastic and enjoy attention when feeling excited, bot not when feeling emotional. They are passionate towards their feelings, but could be more self-centered than empathetic.

People that are strongly martial connect with others or things that have been present throughout time and helped them overcome challenges. They are distressed when being apart from their habitat or possessions. They have low patience for explanatory details, reflective analysis, whimsical ideas, or worries about aesthetics. They are not necessarily greedy, but can be competitive, possessive, and love feeling in control of their space. They gravitate towards objects, sounds or attitudes that show power and command.

Tendencies towards introversion:

Action cultivates competition and impatience; prompting self-reliance.

Instinction cultivates arbitrarity and rebelliousness; prompting self-confidence.

Dispassion cultivates aloofness and disinterest; prompting self-absorption.