Personality is a fascinating and complex aspect of human existence that shapes our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It is the unique set of characteristics, patterns of thinking, and behavioral tendencies that define who we are as individuals. From introverts to extroverts, from analytical thinkers to empathetic feelers, each person possesses a distinct personality that influences how they perceive the world and interact with others.
The study of personality has captivated psychologists, researchers, and individuals alike for centuries. Through various theories, frameworks, and assessments, psychologists have sought to understand and categorize the multitude of personality traits that make us who we are. One popular framework, the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), categorizes individuals into 16 different personality types based on their preferences in four key areas: extraversion/introversion, sensing/intuition, thinking/feeling, and judging/perceiving.
In this exploration of personality areas, there are 16 personality types, with unique characteristics, strengths, and potential challenges. We will also discuss the impact of personality on various aspects of life, such as relationships, work environments, and self-discovery. By gaining insights into the intricacies of personality, we can navigate the complexity of human interactions with greater understanding and compassion.
· The Four Personality areas are understood in the Question format with answers.
1. Where do you get source of Energy/Attention/learning from: Extrovert or Introvert?
Extrovert(E)
· Likes to be with people, does activities, talks a lot
· Act First and then Think later
· Has wide network of people
· Easily approachable to discuss Ideas
Introvert(I)
· Likes to have own thoughts, focus on feelings, Writes a lot
· Think first and then act later
· Needs private time to reflect and recharge, Does Introspection
· Excel with one on one discussion
· Focus on the Ideas, Work
2. What is your approach to receive/absorb/react the Information – Sensing or Intuition?
Sensing(S)
· Believes the Facts, reality and Tangibility
· Does careful thought conclusions
· Always lives in the Present Moment
· Does Action than thinking
· Fantasy/Imagination is not real, less trust on Intuition
· Applies common sense
Intuition(N)
· Inclined to Possibilities
· Inspiration from Future Visions
· Reflects on Personal thoughts/feelings
· Comfortable with Fuzzy data
· Inventing new possibility/approach is easy
· Considered by sensing people, not to live sometimes in Present Moment
· Understands Sensing ability well
3. After getting the Information by sensing/Intuition, how do you take a decision – Thinking or Feeling?
Thinking(T)
· Takes Decision based on Logic and it is the Truth
· Logic inclines to be always right
· Viewed as Unemotional as Logic dominates Feeling
· Task oriented focus
· Objective and Critical Analysis
Feeling(F)
· Decision taken by feeling/emotion
· Sensitive to others feeling
· Prefer Harmony
· Take things Personally
4. After deciding by Thinking/Feeling, how do you execute for the output – Organized or Spontaneous?
Organized(J)
· Always Planned and orderly
· Getting things done
· Punctual, checklist to reach closure
· Prefers Structure
· Works best to avoid stress
· Plans ahead of Deadline
Spontaneous(P)
· Always Flexible, Spontaneous and Stays open
· Lives for the Moment
· Works well under pressure/deadline
· Last minute creativity or Multitasking
· Avoids Commitment
Key Points:
· Once the top 4 points are understood, you can choose one of the options for each point from E/I + S/N + T/F + J/P. It forms a 4 letter Personality code. This personality code makes you understand the type of behavior/approach you follow on daily basis. Every one has different approach styles and based on this one can understand their way of life.
Example
- We take the example of career for Introvert + Intuition +Feeling + Judging (INFJ)
- Suitable INFJ Careers: Counselor, Writer, Psychologist, Teacher or Social Service.
Now check all the points written under Introvert + Intuition +Feeling + Judging and try to see the bigger picture, as it shows you the person with INFJ as per the Behavior/Approach style is more inclined towards having a career life in above mentioned options.
Conclusion
It is very important to understand the behavior/approach pattern, as it helps you understand/ make decisions about Career, Life and relation. This is considering the Idealistic situation. But sometimes, the desired output of the Behavior pattern is not reached due to the Environment, situation and Responsibility the person carrying.
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