The Earth Adaptation Type - The Negotiator

Earth is our foundation; we walk on it, sleep on it, work on it. Our planet is completely covered by Earth and for millions of years, ‘Mother Earth’ has been providing us with food and shelter. There is no upside or downside, no left or right – the Earth is our centre where everything takes place.

This balancing and nourishing function is typical for the Earth Adaptation Type. They want to avoid extremes and conflict at all costs, striving for harmony and peaceful relationships.

While the ‘Judge’ is seeking perfect form and function, the ‘Philosopher’ explores the mysteries of life, the ‘Adventurer’ is looking for challenges, and the ‘Magician’ strives to discover their true nature – the Earth Adaptation Type is providing a meal! ‘Let us first eat’ is a common expression when things get a bit stormy - well knowing that nothing appeases blown-up emotions more than food. They take care of everything and everybody, providing comfort, listening to complaints, and always negotiating patiently – there must be peace!

Because of the sympathetic nature, this person gets emotionally easily out of balance, taking on other people’s problems and often being eaten up by worries. There is no boundary to Earth as it covers everything; this is manifested in the Earth Adaptation Type, often having difficulties drawing a boundary between giving and receiving, my trouble or your trouble.

As a child, this personality type needs a loving family and a daily routine – reading the same bedtime story every evening, playing the same game every Sunday, and having the same dish over and over again. Family traditions, a love for animals, and collecting things from the past provide the security they need. 

Professionally, this person usually thrives in a company that is neither too big nor too small. Everybody should know everybody and there should always be time for a friendly chat. Job security is important as they are loyal employees, favouring routine while resenting change. This is the person who loves to be of service, organizing birthday presents and pleasing everybody.

As the Stomach is the Element associated with Earth, the Earth Adaptation Type should watch their nutrition as they might gain weight easily – not only through food but by taking on other people’s problems.

‘Worries go to the Stomach’ is a popular saying, as worry and sympathy are the emotions affecting our digestive Energies. Lack of concentration and endless brooding over minor issues are the mental symptoms of an over-burdened Earth Adaptation Type.