This thorough explanation builds the foundation of the entire book, for within each chapter the qualities of each personality type are discussed in vivid detail. I particularly found the description of each type, as an introduction to the chapter, rather fascinating as Hey dives into the name, the essence, the color, the symbol, passion, fixation, etc of each personality type as a mini intro and overview. The author briskly moves forward in his writing, describing the personality type and color essence associated with that quality of person. This is done in great illuminating detail and provides much informative information for all types of readers.
Let me showcase this in wonderful detail. We read in Chapter 1 Childs Play about the Pink Essence which is described as “sweetness and innocence, safety and security” the pink essence is explained as fluffy and sweet, cotton candy like. Within this essence the author shows his readers that when we enjoy ourselves, we embrace our child like innocence, and are “blissfully child like”. His words painted for me, a calming, fun picture of the pink Essence, for within it we embrace the inner child and embody characteristics of the child and the experience of the mother. The mention of “giggles and laughter and games” helps readers find the place within themselves or their essence, where this pink essence use to exist and still exists within their personality and childlike humanistic makeup.
We see therein the contrasting element of the perfectionist explained in detail and how we as a reader could heal the contrasting characteristics a perfectionist might embody. Hey explains what would be more detrimental to a perfectionist than productive, and how their functionality in society is seen on both a spiritual and earthly level. The author gives informative insights into the darker side of the nature of a perfectionist and ideas about how to heal, rebalance, and let go of that which might no longer serves them. These sections of the book are intrinsic to read and absorb and I find Hey’s writing to be intuitive and forthright, yet not overbearing. While there is a technical side to his explanations, he presents them in a manner that is relatable, compassionate and highly educational.