Public Figure Profiles

John Dufresne

John Dufresne is an American author of French Canadian descent born in Worcester, Massachusetts. He graduated from Worcester State College in 1970 and the University of Arkansas in 1984. He is a professor in the Master of Fine Arts Creative Writing program of the English Department at Florida International University. In 2012, he won a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship for his work.

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Some of their strengths

John Dufresne has many admirable traits.

Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Diplomatic, Optimistic, Intelligent, Loyal, Energetic, Progressive, and Selfless.

Idealistic and Altruistic

According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, John Dufresne is someone who is an idealist and an altruist who possesses an innovative, intellectual, and analytical mind, and who approaches life in an optimistic and easygoing manner. A person who really cares about helping others make the most of what they have.

Strong and Resilient

Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know John Dufresne well know them as someone who can be strong, expansive, and stable like a big tree.

Inventive and Clever

According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe John Dufresne as someone who is flexible, intelligent, and quick-witted.

A person who likes to be creative, and to be recognized for their artistic talents. Who possesses intelligence, mental discipline, and ambition, and who does well in relationships and partnerships.

Realistic and Skillful

Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, John Dufresne is someone who is able to separate emotions from reality, see the world in terms of right or wrong, and who is very good at getting things done.

They are also someone who is confident and creative, and who has a love for starting new projects, inventing new things, and giving back to the community.

Altruistic and Innovative

According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, John Dufresne tends to be someone who sacrifices things for the good of others and wants to do "good" in the world. Who is often thought of as an innovator or rebel who thrives when trying to chase a breakthrough of some sort, who has a clear and sound mind, and who can be charming and sociable.

Some of John Dufresne's challenges

While John Dufresne has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.

For example, John Dufresne can be Rebellious, Emotional, Emotionally Distant, Hesitant, Narcissistic, Standoffish, and Unfocused.

Rebellious and Emotionally Distant

One of John Dufresne's key challenges is that they are someone who can be rebellious and emotionally distant.

Unfocused and Indecisive

John Dufresne is someone who can be scattered, restless, and insensitive, be distracted by fluctuating professional interests, be a workaholic, and who can be arrogant and have difficulty accepting advice.

Serious and Callous

Finally, John Dufresne also can be too giving, come across as too "high and mighty", and can have a hard time expressing feelings.

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