Let's start off with what a tendency is?
How you act according to your own expectations and those of others.
Rebels prefer the freedom of choice and self-expression. This can take many forms. In fact, some rebels are drawn to structured and regulated work environments - think corporate, military, law enforcement and working within religious organizations. It depends on how they identify.
A rebel with a more religious orientation might see freedom as totally surrendering to God's will and/or escaping from a staunched sense of pride. A health-conscious rebel might feel their routine allows them the opportunity to have more energy and the freedom to give more in the form of output at work and in their relationships. It really comes down to self-interpretation.
Some rebels aren't fond of structured forms of work and would prefer working from home or are self-employed.
I think what we need to understand is that there is a lot of variability among the rebel tendency and some overlap with other types. People that are rebels overlap with Questioners and Obligers.
The Rebel/Questioner - "I do what I choose." These types aren't really focused on defying others. They are more concerned about meeting their own internal expectations and fulfilling their own desires. For instance, going to the gym because no one cares that they go. Or working for themselves when they struggle to work for others.
The Rebel/Obliger - "I refuse to do what anyone else tells me to." They push back and try to evade control. They are more likely to insist that you can't make them do something. They will only acquiesce if it's on their terms and if they genuinely want to.
Rebels are an interesting type. Just like any of the other tendencies they can be considerate, ambitious, extroverted, thrill-seeking, intellectual etc. Some rebels are more quiet and nonconfrontational in their approach, while others may be more disagreeable. It depends.
The beauty of rebels is that they can be game changers, revolutionaries and out of the box problem solvers. On the flipside, some of them may be uncooperative, restless and have a dislike for planning.
When dealing with Rebels:
As children, adults, co-workers, friends or companions. They respond
best when they are:
(1) Given enough information to make an informed decision
(2) Made aware of the consequences of acceptance/refusal of a certain action
(They are highly motivated if the consequences are negative enough.)
(3) And are allowed to choose to do things their way
(Having a leap of faith works best with this type)
Things to
avoid with rebels - micromanaging, lecturing or rescuing them.
Rebels will certainly choose to do things out of love, not due to compulsion or coaxing. And sometimes praise/encouragement backfires. However, if you tell them they can't do something they will want to prove you wrong to later rub it in your face. This will certainly ignite their spirit of opposition as long as they don't see it as a ploy for you to manipulate them.
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