While We're On the Subject of Randall...

pitbulllady · September 7, 2006, 1:14am

This is a link that I learned of through the original

“Never Forgotten Foster’s Forum”, which describes people in terms of their personality types.

Basically, we are genetically pre-programmed to act a certain way, based on our personality types, depending on

the amount of stress we are placed under, and for how long. The more severe the stress, and the longer it is

applied, the more “unhealthy” the “levels” of our personalities become, and without

intervention, they can reach a fatal point. Like it or not, folks, humans, and presumably those monsters that

are descended from humans-are still very much slaves to our instincts. As a naive college kid, I really believed

that we had 100% “free will” to choose our own courses, but like most older adults, I really do not

believe that “free will” exists except under optimal spiritual/mental/emotional conditions.

This is a link to a description of a personality Type Three, which fits Randall Boggs to an absolute T,

right down to the most unhealthy and stress-filled level 9. Incidentally, it also fits Mike Wazowski to a T, and

Mike’s levels of personality and behavior were not so “healthy”, either. If you consider the

possibility-no, make that PROBABILITY-that Mike KNEW where the door led to when HE picked it out and held it open

for Sulley to throw Randall into it, and KNEW what would likely happen to Randall once he was thrown inside, Mike

was all the way down to rock-bottom, a level 9, himself. There is a link further down on this page that you can

click for a detailed description of a Type Three personality, and what to expect from them. Be aware that most

people are NOT solidly “locked in” to one personality type, but often waver between two. One of my

other favorite characters, Wilt from “Foster’s Home For Imaginary Friends”, is a Type Two most of the

time, driven by a need to help others and be loved and feel useful, but he has many times ventured into Type

Three territory, being every bit as competitive and determined to win at all costs as Randall can be. I have no

trouble imagining that if all that mess with the Scream Extractor and Waternoose had not happened, and if the

situation in Randall’s off-work life had been better, he would have been just as nice a guy as Wilt can be, but

even the strongest camel’s back will support only just so much

straw.

enneagraminstitute.com/TypeThree.asp

I, by the way, am a Type Five, driven by

intellect, the thirst for knowledge, and logic, so it naturally is far beyond my comprehension how people can

only see one side of a character, or can only feel(I refrain from using the word “think” in this

case)that Randall deserved the worst “because of what he wanted to do to Boo”, based on how they feel a

HUMAN should treat a HUMAN child.

pitbulllady

Ectoplasmicblobbythi · September 7, 2006, 4:22pm

Interesting! I’m an individualist

I also found somthing intersting.

If I’m not mistaken, he was also born in the year of the Snake.

[url]http://chinese.astrology.com/snake.html[/url]
(of course, determining someones sign without knowing the

month they were born is a little difficult. He could also be a Dragon (whee!) or a Horse (also highly plausable

)

Diplomatic and popular, the Snake has the sensual art of seduction down. This Sign

is an interesting mix of gregariousness paired with introversion, intuitive reasoning paired with savvy business

skills. Snakes are considered to be lucky with money and will generally have more than enough to live life to the

fullest, regardless of how important it considers money to be; this may be due to the fact that Snakes tend to be

rather tight with cash. They’re not stingy, they’re simply more mentally than physically active. Snakes tend to

hang back a bit in order to analyze a situation before jumping into it. Their charming, seductive quality

actually belies a rather retiring nature; this Sign is perfectly happy to spend the whole day curled up with a

good book and, thus, can be mislabeled as being lazy.

The Snake is somewhat insecure deep down and tend to

be a rather jealous, possessive lover, behavior that can end up alienating loved ones. Despite these

less-than-stellar tendencies, however, the Snake often proves irresistible and is a generous, loving partner…

Slightly dangerous and disarmingly smart, the Snake’s philosophical and intuitive mind generally supersedes

logic in favor of feelings and instinct. Snakes will rely on their own gut reactions and intuitions before

turning to others for suggestions. This makes this Sign a great hand in any business venture, possessing the

caution and smarts needed to get ahead.

Snakes are hard workers (when they see good reason to be!) and are

possessed of a keen intelligence. Snakes have incredible follow-through, once they get going, and they expect the

same from others. Thus, their coworkers and employees had best stay on their toes, lest they anger the Snake and

suffer its poisonous bite!

In general, of course, Snakes are generous and genteel, charming and appealing.

Snakes must try to learn humility and to develop a stronger sense of self. Once Snakes realize that confidence

comes from within, they will finally be comfortable in their own skin.

The most compatible match for a

Snake is the Rooster or the Ox

lizardgirl · September 8, 2006, 6:39pm

Yeah,

that description of a type 3 person just IS Randall! The Snake isn’t 100%, I don’t think, but very close.

Ectoplasmicblobbythi · September 8, 2006, 9:53pm

Isn’t it? I recall seeing a link at BB too. The links

are kind of messed up on the site, so I’ll look up an enneagram book later on

Well, like I said, his

chinese sign depends on the month and year he was born. I looked up 1977 (snake) but if he was born between

January 1977-Febuary 17th 1977 (the chinese
year), he’s a dragon. (scratch the

horse possibility, that was a mistake)

The Dragon is one of the most powerful

and lucky Signs of the Chinese Zodiac. Its warm heart makes the Dragon’s brash, fiery energy far more palatable.

This is a giving, intelligent and tenacious Sign that knows exactly what it wants and is determined to get it.

Dragons possess a certain natural, charming charisma that ensures they can always influence their peers and often

find themselves the center of attention in social situations. This Sign is truly blessed, too; Dragons are

considered to be very lucky in love! The Dragon’s friends are always keen to hear what this firebrand has to say

and when it comes to dispensing advice, the Dragon has the floor.

Its ego can get in the Dragon’s way,

but even so, this larger-than-life creature has a knack for initiating projects and keeping the troops motivated.

According to Dragons, it’s their natural born right to lead the way – because who else could do it so surely

and so well? As lucky as they are, Dragons have a good chance of achieving considerable material wealth during

their lifetimes, although it isn’t mere money that’s this Sign’s main motivation. Power is what the Dragon

wants and truly believes it deserves. Dragons are quite the opportunists, forever searching for ways in which to

consolidate their considerable power. Contrary to all this strength and fire, a weakened Dragon is a sad sack, a

creature that refuses to take defeat with even a modicum of grace.

The role of leader is the only one the

Dragon wants, the better from which to give orders and be king of the hill. They make solid leaders, too, knowing

instinctively what needs to be done to stay on top. Crossing the Dragon is never a good idea – this beast can

singe! A valuable life lesson for this clever creature would be to absorb the principles of flexibility,

compassion and tolerance. Being high and mighty can serve to inspire others, but it also keeps Dragons from

living their lives to the fullest. If Dragons can learn to balance their quest for success with an appreciation

for the little things, their life will be more than worthwhile.

The most compatible match for a Dragon is

the Monkey or the Rat.

pitbulllady · September 9, 2006, 2:18am

BUT if Randall was 25 in 2001(the year that movie was

released, and in which its events took place, according to the newpapers in the movie), then he would not have

been born in 1977, but in 1976. I know I’m a bit LD when it comes to math, but at least I can do that

subtraction! Since the events of the movie took place in early November, that means that Randall would have had

to have turned 25 sometimes between Jan. 1st and Nov. 4th of that year, 2001, OR in December of 2000, meaning he

would have turned 26 the following month.

pitbulllady

Ectoplasmicblobbythi · September 9, 2006, 2:38am

Hmm. I just whipped out my Chinese Astrolegy book, counted down from 2001-1977 assumeing that

Randall was 25 a little longer then that. I overlooked the month the movie took place

The error was based on the fact I ovelooked that small but ever-so-crucial-detail (my

bad!) not my math skills …

Nexas · September 11, 2006, 10:20pm

Looking over a chinese

calender for zodiac signs, Randall’s is actually a dragon. Go fig. Heh. Sorta funny how my birthdate year is

right behind his.