Positive qualities: Self-confidence, creative expression, ability to be spontaneous and take risks Patterns of imbalance: Lack of confidence, expectation of failure, self-censorship, unable to find one's voice or speak one's convictions

Positive qualities: Courage and confidence to face life's challenges; radiant light that shines outward to the world Patterns of imbalance: Over-exaggerated concern for daily life events; extreme apprehension of new thresholds of experience

Positive qualities: Emotional equilibrium, ability to integrate suffering and joy into a positive whole Patterns of imbalance: Overly susceptible to depression or despair due to fluctuating life events; bouts of mania followed by depression

Positive qualities: Balanced strength, accepting limits, knowing when to surrender Patterns of imbalance: Iron-willed, inflexible; over-striving beyond one's limits; taking on more than one can inwardly sustain

Positive qualities: Rejuvenation of life force; energetic depth and longevity; sense of wellbeing; ability to cultivate the conditions for deep rest and renewal Patterns of imbalance: Complete exhaustion or physical collapse usually due to extreme demand on one's physical forces; resistance to deep rest

Positive qualities: Self-acceptance, self-forgiveness; freedom to move forward despite past mistakes Patterns of imbalance: Melancholic obsession with past events; over-emphasis on guilt or self-blame, paralysis due to excessive self-criticism

Positive qualities: Compassionate and trusting awareness of others; calm and serene disposition when considering the situation of others or life events Patterns of imbalance: Obsessive fear and apprehension for wellbeing of others, anticipation of problems accompanied by mental agitation or repetitive worry

Positive qualities: Transcendent courage when facing adversity; ability to assume control in catastrophic situations by remaining grounded and present Patterns of imbalance: Gripping terror, panic; fear of death or annihilation; lack of embodiment and presence for the immediate situation

Positive qualities: Flexibility, spontaneity, and flowing receptivity; apprehending the spirit rather than the letter of the law Patterns of imbalance: Rigid standards for oneself or others, asceticism, self-denial; bound by rules, regimens or regulations