Extroverts find social activity energizing. They tend to enjoy socializing in groups and enjoy the excitement of parties. While they can enjoy some alone time, too much time in a calm environment can bore them. Introverts find quiet time energizing. While they can enjoy socializing (even in groups), spending time alone or one on one with someone special helps them recharge. They prefer quiet, peaceful environments.
Sensors prefer concrete detail and facts. Their focus is in facts of the present. They’re more likely to say “I won’t believe it ’til I see it. " They tend to distrust hunches or guesses when they’re not rooted in logic, observation or facts. They also are better at details. They also are very conscious about their own needs. Intuitives enjoy abstract ideas and theories. They tend to have more active imaginations and like to think about future possibilities. Their thoughts revolve around patterns, connections, and flashes of insights. They may tend to daydream and be forgetful when it comes to practical details (such as remembering to eat lunch when focused on a project).
Feeling types try to look at problems from the perspective of everyone involved in an attempt to find the most balanced, harmonious solution (e. g. reach a consensus). Conflict can be very stressful to them. Thinking types tend to look for the most logical and consistent solution, perhaps measuring it up against a set of rules or assumptions.
Judging types tend to be decision-oriented and organized. They like to find resolutions and are happy to explain why. They tend to be planners who make to-do lists and enjoy getting things done ahead of deadlines. Perceiving types are more hesitant to make decisions, liking to leave things open and keep making observations. They’re slow to make choices, especially when things seem to be important. They’d rather keep things “penciled in” in case they find a reason to make a change. They may mix work and play and are more likely to struggle with procrastination.
The first letter is either I (for introverted) or E (for extroverted). The second letter is either S (for sensing) or N (for intuitive). The third letter is either T (for thinking) or F (for feeling). The fourth letter is either J (for judging) or P (for perceiving).
If you’re close to the borderline in one or more areas, you could get different results based on how the test is worded or what your mood is that day. Remember to answer on how you act, not how you want yourself (or someone else wants you) to feel or act.
The full profile addresses your personality type in a number of environments—work, personal relationships, home, and so on and so forth. While it can’t cover every aspect, and not every aspect may apply closely to you, some of the insights may be useful.
Learning: How do you take in and perceive facts and concepts? Relationships: What traits do you look for in a partner? What traits are you most compatible with? Personal growth: What positive areas can you capitalize on? Which areas of weakness can you grow from?
MBTI is about priorities, not abilities. For example, Feeling types can be intelligent, Judging types aren’t necessarily judgmental, and Thinking types can have strong emotional intelligence too.
You can learn from both people who are highly different from you and from people who are similar.
Don’t use demographics like gender or disability to assume personality. For example, not all men are Thinking types, and not all autistic people are introverted intuitives. Avoid making negative comments about someone’s personality type. If you’re upset with their behavior, describe it as bad behavior instead of as an inevitable personality failing. For example, Thinking types can and should learn to respect others’ feelings, and Perceiving types can and should fulfill their responsibilities. Don’t assume that weaknesses commonly associated with your personality type are set in stone. You can learn and grow.
There’s lots of diversity in personality that goes far beyond 16 possible combinations. These letters only capture some aspects of who you are—certainly not everything. Your personality results aren’t set in stone. Sometimes you may get different results based on what test you took or what your mood is. Also, some people find that their personalities change over time.
