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Introduction to Cognitive Functions (Socionics)

Function #1 – leading, program, primary, base, or dominant function. This is the strongest conscious function, and the most utilized function of the psyche. A person’s outlook and role in life is largely determined by the nature of this function. One is generally very confident in the use of this function, and may defend it when challenged. According to Bukalov, this is a 4D function. 

Function #2 – creative or secondary function, is second in influence only to the dominant function. It assists the dominant function in achieving its essence. One is generally less confident with the use of this function than with his dominant function. As a result, the creative function is sometimes less instrumental when a person is challenged or threatened, or when dealing with new and complex tasks and data. This function is 3D or time invariant, because it produces something new which may never exist before.

Function #3 – role function, is a weak but conscious function. One generally tries to be at least adequate in areas where use of the role function is necessary. Moreover, one generally uses it in situations of social adaptation (e.g. introducing themselves to an unknown person). However, generally one has very little control or confidence over the role function, and criticism is painfully acknowledged with respect to it. Tactful assistance is required from someone else’s strong function to overcome the problems associated with the role function. This function is 2D or situation invariant, because it cannot adapt to the unusual situation beyond social norms.

Function #4 – the vulnerable function, or place of least resistance, is a weak and conscious function, in addition to being the weakest function of the psyche. One painfully perceives his complete inability to use this function, and reacts negatively to its imposition upon him. Tactful assistance is required from someone else’s strong function (preferably the Function 8) to overcome the problems associated with this function. This function is 1D (i.e. only personal experience is collected here, and it cannot be adapted even to the social norms.)

Function #5 – suggestive function, is a weak and unconscious function which is largely lacked. 

One requires assistance from somebody confident in this function in order to overcome the difficulties it presents. When left to ones own devices, the suggestive function goes unnoticed. This function is 1D  too, and one must be careful not to become subject of manipulation because of misuse of this function. Discussing aspects of this function makes person happy and trustful. (That’s why it’s called suggestive.)

Function #6 – mobilizing function. This is a weak and unconscious function which one often understands poorly. 

Nonetheless, this function has a strong influence over one’s actions. Individuals requires assistance from someone who uses it confidently in order to understand it. Often an individual is only aware that they are totally unaware of how to use this function. At the same time, it’s a 2D function, so it’s capable of collecting a number of easy receipts for daily needs. Being successful in aspects of this function makes one happy and motivated. (That’s why it’s called mobilizing.)

Function #7 – observant, or ignoring, or restricting function, the function of personal knowledge. 

This is a strong (3D) but unconscious function. One generally has a good grasp of this function, but attempts to limit its use considerably. Individuals will disregard this function when an argument calls for restraint or when it will be difficult to indulge in its essence. At the same time one uses this function to restrict somebody’s intervention to their privacy or territory, or other unsolicited interaction.

Function #8 – demonstrative or background function. 

This function is so deeply rooted into the psyche that one is usually not consciously aware of its existence or utilization. It is as strong as the leading function (4D) and it tends to act silently to protect the weakest point of the dual person (see below). It can sound in situations of extreme irritation when the restricting function fails to break the unsolicited influence.

STRONG AND WEAK

Depending on our type, certain kinds of information metabolism will be strong or weak, meaning we find it easy or difficult to act on that kind of information effectively.Bukalov introduced the idea of Strength/Weakness being divided into four levels, known as Dimensionality which varies from One-Dimensionality (Experience) to having all Four Dimensions (Experience, Normativity, Situation and Time):

One-Dimensionality (1D) – Very Weak. These IM Elements can only be metabolised at the most basic and rudimentary level, meaning we are only open to our own Experience of that information and will thus come across as inept and indecent when using it ourselves

Two-Dimensionality (2D) – Weak. We have to work at these IM Elements to achieve adequacy in them. Usually their use will be tiring to maintain. We are exposed to the Normativity of this sort of information and thus are able to conform to basic standards and expectations but as a result will be rather conservative and stiff in its use.

Three-Dimensionality (3D) – Strong. We can easily and readily metabolise these IM Elements, acting on them as and when we wish. An experience of Situation allows us to make judgement calls on this sort of information, knowing when it is best to adhere to basic standards and when to be more creative.

Four-Dimensionality (4D) – Very Strong. These kinds of information are so prevalent in us that they strongly dictate how we move and communicate in the world. Such information carries its own sense of development over Time with decisions being made as numerous, specific instances on a global scale in the greater interest of that IM Element. People can easily be recognised by the IM Elements assigned to these strongest functions.

VALUED & SUBDUED 

Depending on our type, certain kinds of information metabolism will be valued or subdued (not valued), meaning we will appreciate those kinds of information in our surroundings or reject/avoid them. By combining the Strong/Weak and Valued/Subdued dichotomies, we form the four blocks which the eight functions can be separated into:

Ego – Mental, Strong and Valued. The most apparent part of our personality. IM Elements in the Ego Block are those which we actively bring to the world, conducting ourselves and affecting our surroundings according to them.

Super Ego – Mental, Weak and Subdued. The painful expectations of society on us. IM Elements in the Super-Ego Block are those which we are expected by others to use but which we have no wish for and no ability to deliver. As a result, these kinds of information are a constant source of neurosis.

Super Id – Vital, Weak and Valued. The unconscious needs we find help with from others. IM Elements in the Super-Id Block are those which we are generally blind to but which we find ourselves being drawn to when supplied by others. We enjoy these kinds of information and find ourselves appreciating people who readily provide them.

Id – Vital, Strong and Subdued. The rejected approaches. We look down upon IM Elements in the Id Block as the alternative but incorrect ways of doing what we accomplish in our Ego. Instead of pursuing these kinds of information, we unconsciously carry them out as side effects of our natural motives, fulfilling the need with proficiency but without appreciation.

INFORMATION METABOLISM (IM)

These are theoretical constructs that convert (metabolise) certain kinds of information into behaviour. Each is geared towards a certain kind of information which is then acted upon via the process of Information Metabolism.

Ne (Extroverted Intuition) - Intuition of Ideas : Considers the essence of objects and the multiple possibilities contained within. This instils an attitude of opportunity-seeking, pursuing freedom of choice and maximising the possibilities as well as tolerance of multiple, alternative viewpoints.

Ni (Introverted Intuition) – Intuition of Time: Focuses on the likely flow of causes and effects from the past through to the future. This instils an attitude of foresight and prediction, attempting to conceive of how events will develop over the long term and adapting oneself to benefit from these predictions.

Se (Extroverted Sensation) – Sensation of Force. Scans the environment for items of desire and motivates assertive action towards claiming those items. This instils an attitude of lust and combat, pursuing one’s ambitions in the real world and conquering threats to gain more territory.

Si (Introverted Sensation) – Sensation of Senses. Refines sensory experiences down to those that are most enjoyable, seeking to increase pleasure in the moment. This instils an attitude of aesthetic and comfort, adjusting oneself to the environment and making small changes to the environment so that it is most pleasing to the senses.

Te (Extroverted Thinking) – Logic of Procedures. Actively develops methods by which processes work more productively. This instils an attitude of efficiency, readily absorbing relevant information and using that information to make the environment work better and instructing others on how to do things that lead to profitable effects.

Ti (Introverted Thinking) – Logic of Laws. Orders and structures the environment according to rules and principles, creating classificatory systems wherein objects are granted logical meaning. This instils an attitude of consistency and principle, adhering to one’s principles and avoiding situations where these rules might be compromised.

Fe (Extroverted Feelings) – Ethics of Emotions. Actively expresses emotions in order to affect the mood of the people in the area, instilling enthusiasm to create group cohesion. This instils an attitude of dramatic expression and group motivation, readily making people feel the way they should be feeling.

Fi (Introverted Feelings) – Ethics of Relations. Consults one’s personal sentiments in relation to external stimuli, ascertaining whether the thing is ‘good’ or ‘bad’ and being able to pick up on similar sentiments in others to form meaningful relationships. This instils an attitude of sincerity, requiring one to act true to one’s personal feelings on matters.

Summarised from: Source 1 , Source 2, Source 3

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Enneagram Types Cheat Sheet: For typing purposes (from the enneagram institute)

Type 1 - The Reformer

The Rational, Idealistic type; Principled, Purposeful, Self-controlled and Perfectionistic.

Basic fear: of being corrupt, evil, defective

Basic desire: To be good, to have integrity, to be balanced

Holy Idea; Perfection, Serenity. Sin; Anger, Resentment.

Key motivations: Want to be right, to strive higher and improve everything, to be consistent with their ideals, to justify themselves, to be beyond criticism so as not to be condemned by anyone.

Disintegration (stress): methodical Ones suddenly become moody and irrational at Four.

At their Best: wise, discerning, realistic, and noble. Can be morally heroic.

Ones are conscientious and ethical, with a strong sense of right and wrong. They are teachers, crusaders, and advocates for change: always striving to improve things, but afraid of making a mistake. Well-organized, orderly, and fastidious, they try to maintain high standards, but can slip into being critical and perfectionistic. They typically have problems with resentment and impatience. 

Type 2 - The Caregiver

The Caring, Interpersonal Type: Generous, Demonstrative, People-pleasing, and Possessive

Basic fear: Of being unwanted, unworthy of being loved

Basic desire: To be loved

Holy Idea; Will, Humility. Sin; Pride, Flattery.

Key motivations: Want to be loved, to express their feelings for others, to be needed and appreciated, to get others to respond to them, to vindicate their claims about themselves.

Disintegration (stress): needy Twos suddenly become aggressive and dominating at Eight.

At their Best: unselfish and altruistic, they have unconditional love for others.

Twos are empathetic, sincere, and warm-hearted. They are friendly, generous, and self-sacrificing, but can also be sentimental, flattering, and people-pleasing. They are well-meaning and driven to be close to others, but can slip into doing things for others in order to be needed. They typically have problems with possessiveness and with acknowledging their own needs. 

Type 3 - The Achiever

The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type: Adaptable, Excelling, Driven, and Image-Conscious

Basic fear: Of being worthless

Basic desire: To feel valuable and worthwhile

Holy Idea; Hope, Truthfulness. Sin; Deceit, Vanity.

Key motivations: Want to be affirmed, to distinguish themselves from others, to have attention, to be admired, and to impress others.

Disintegration (stress): driven Threes suddenly become disengaged and apathetic at Nine.

At their Best: self-accepting, authentic, everything they seem to be—role models who inspire others.

Threes are self-assured, attractive, and charming. Ambitious, competent, and energetic, they can also be status-conscious and highly driven for advancement. They are diplomatic and poised, but can also be overly concerned with their image and what others think of them. They typically have problems with workaholism and competitiveness. 

Type 4 - The Individualist

The Sensitive, Introspective Type: Expressive, Dramatic, Self-Absorbed, and Temperamental

Basic Fear: That they have no identity or personal significance

Basic Desire: To find themselves and their significance (to create an    identity)

Holy Idea; Origin, Equanimity. Sin; Envy, Melancholy.

Key motivations: Want to express themselves and their individuality, to create and surround themselves with beauty, to maintain certain moods and feelings, to withdraw to protect their self-image, to take care of emotional needs before attending to anything else, to attract a "rescuer."

Disintegration (stress): aloof Fours suddenly become over-involved and clinging at Two.

At their Best: inspired and highly creative, they are able to renew themselves and transform their experiences.

Fours are self-aware, sensitive, and reserved. They are emotionally honest, creative, and personal, but can also be moody and self-conscious. Withholding themselves from others due to feeling vulnerable and defective, they can also feel disdainful and exempt from ordinary ways of living. They typically have problems with melancholy, self-indulgence, and self-pity. 

Type 5 - The Investigator

The Intense, Cerebral Type: Perceptive, Innovative, Secretive, and Isolated

Basic Fear: Being useless, helpless, or incapable

Basic Desire: To be capable and competent

Holy Idea; Omniscience, Non-attachment. Sin; Avarice, Stinginess.

Key motivations: Want to possess knowledge, to understand the environment, to have everything figured out as a way of defending the self from threats from the environment.

Disintegration (stress): detached Fives suddenly become hyperactive and scattered at Seven.

At their Best: visionary pioneers, often ahead of their time, and able to see the world in an entirely new way.

Fives are alert, insightful, and curious. They are able to concentrate and focus on developing complex ideas and skills. Independent, innovative, and inventive, they can also become preoccupied with their thoughts and imaginary constructs. They become detached, yet high-strung and intense. They typically have problems with eccentricity, nihilism, and isolation.

Type 6 - The Loyalist

The Committed, Security-Oriented Type: Engaging, Responsible, Anxious, and Suspicious

Basic Fear: Of being without support and guidance

Basic Desire: To have security and support

Holy Idea; Faith, Courage. Sin; Fear, Cowardice.

Key motivations: Want to have security, to feel supported by others, to have certitude and reassurance, to test the attitudes of others toward them, to fight against anxiety and insecurity.

Disintegration (stress): dutiful Sixes suddenly become competitive and arrogant at Three.

At their Best: internally stable and self-reliant, courageously championing themselves and others.

Sixes are reliable, hard-working, responsible, and trustworthy. Excellent "troubleshooters," they foresee problems and foster cooperation, but can also become defensive, evasive, and anxious—running on stress while complaining about it. They can be cautious and indecisive, but also reactive, defiant and rebellious. They typically have problems with self-doubt and suspicion. 

Type 7 - The Enthusiast

The Busy, Variety-Seeking Type: Spontaneous, Versatile, Acquisitive, and Scattered

Basic Fear: Of being deprived and in pain

Basic Desire: To be satisfied and content—to have their needs fulfilled

Holy Idea; Wisdom, Sobriety. Sin; Gluttony, Planning.

Key motivations: Want to maintain their freedom and happiness, to avoid missing out on worthwhile experiences, to keep themselves excited and occupied, to avoid and discharge pain.

Disintegration (stress): scattered Sevens suddenly become perfectionistic and critical at One.

At their Best: they focus their talents on worthwhile goals, becoming appreciative, joyous, and satisfied.

Sevens are extroverted, optimistic, versatile, and spontaneous. Playful, high-spirited, and practical, they can also misapply their many talents, becoming over-extended, scattered, and undisciplined. They constantly seek new and exciting experiences, but can become distracted and exhausted by staying on the go. They typically have problems with impatience and impulsiveness. 

Type 8 - The Challenger

The Powerful, Dominating Type: Self-Confident, Decisive, Willful, and Confrontational

Basic Fear: Of being harmed or controlled by others

Basic Desire: To protect themselves (to be in control of their own life and destiny)

Holy Idea; Truth, Innocence. Sin; Lust, Vengeance.

Key motivations: Want to be self-reliant, to prove their strength and resist weakness, to be important in their world, to dominate the environment, and to stay in control of their situation.

Disintegration (stress): self-confident Eights suddenly become secretive and fearful at Five.

At their Best: self- mastering, they use their strength to improve others' lives, becoming heroic, magnanimous, and inspiring.

Eights are self-confident, strong, and assertive. Protective, resourceful, straight-talking, and decisive, but can also be ego-centric and domineering. Eights feel they must control their environment, especially people, sometimes becoming confrontational and intimidating. Eights typically have problems with their tempers and with allowing themselves to be vulnerable. 

Type 9 - The Peacemaker

The Easygoing, Self-Effacing Type: Receptive, Reassuring, Agreeable, and Complacent

Basic Fear: Of loss and separation

Basic Desire: To have inner stability and "peace of mind"

Holy Idea; Love, Action. Sin; Sloth, Indolence.

Key motivations: Want to create harmony in their environment, to avoid conflicts and tension, to preserve things as they are, to resist whatever would upset or disturb them.

Disintegration (stress): complacent Nines suddenly become anxious and worried at Six.

At their Best: indomitable and all-embracing, they are able to bring people together and heal conflicts.

Nines are accepting, trusting, and stable. They are usually creative, optimistic, and supportive, but can also be too willing to go along with others to keep the peace. They want everything to go smoothly and be without conflict, but they can also tend to be complacent, simplifying problems and minimizing anything upsetting. They typically have problems with inertia and stubbornness. 

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The Stances of each type.

Sourced from Enneagrammer.

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Hello fellow INTJ. I just have one question: Which platform do I need to use to find the INTJ fam? Pls. I need fellow intelligent people. I am surrounded by INFPs and arrogant people who don't wanna take the MBTI test even when I explained to them that it will help you understand yourself better. They think it's like one of these "what's your bread type" shit. Anyways sorry for ranting.

Many things about this ask show a lack of basic respect for people different of you... 1. You don't need INTJ friends, you need people you'll care about for other reasons than your common boosted ego.

2. Any type can be intelligent.

3. You'll get nothing by closing yourself off to people because you decided you'd prefer superior imaginary friends. Give people a chance to show you their better selves.

4. Not being interested in something you like doesn't make people arrogant.

5. The test is shit. Learn about functions.

I am sorry I am harsh, but consider this: you don't need to surround yourself with people who think and do the same as you. That's a coward move often motivated by intellectual laziness or fear of emotional effort.

I do hope I helped you.

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Some amazing ESFP/ESTP characters on television

Maddy Perez-Euphoria (ESFP)

Max Mayfield-Stranger Things (ESTP)

Steve Harrington-Stranger Things (ESFP)

Eleanor Shellstrop-The Good Place (ESTP)

Eric Effiong-Sex Education (ESFP)

Damon Salvatore-The Vampire Diaries (ESTP)

Dean Winchester-Supernatural (ESTP)

Devi Vishwakumar-Never Have I Ever (ESFP)

JJ Maybank-Outer Banks (ESTP)

Rachel Green-Friends (ESFP)

Casey Gardner-Atypical (ESTP)

Penny Hofstadter-The Big Bang Theory (ESFP)

Cece Parekh-New Girl (ESTP)

Brooke Davis-One Tree Hill (ESFP)

Nathan Scott-One Tree Hill (ESTP)

Summer Roberts-The OC (ESFP)

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Best ISTJ/ESTJ characters because they're underrated

Sheldon Cooper-The Big Bang Theory (ISTJ)

Hermione Granger-Harry Potter (ISTJ)

Claire Dumphy-Modern Family (ESTJ)

Isabella Madrigal-Encanto (ESTJ)

Amy Santiago-Brooklyn 99 (ISTJ)

Dina Fox-Superstore (ESTJ)

Ross Geller-Friends (ISTJ)

Monica Geller-Friends (ESTJ)

Alex Dumphy-Modern Family (ISTJ)

Blair Waldorf-Gossip girl (ESTJ)

Spock-Star Trek (ISTJ)

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My favorite ISFJ characters

Pam Beesly - The office

2. Aziraphale - Good Omens

3. Beth March - Little Women

4. Matthew Cuthbert - Anne With An E

5. Emma Pillsbury - Glee

6. April Kepner - Grey's Anatomy

7. Edwina Sharma - Bridgerton

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TRITYPE/MBTI MASTERPOST

ISTJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 5, 6

POSSIBLE: 3, 8, 9

UNHEALTHY: 2, 4, 7

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 1, 5, and 6

ISFJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 2, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 4, 5

UNHEALTHY: 3, 7, 8

First Fix-

Anything but 8, most likely 1, 2, 6, and 9

INFJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 2, 5, 6

POSSIBLE: 4, 9, 3

UNHEALTHY: 7, 8

First Fix-

Anything but 8, most likely 1, 2, 5, and 6

INTJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 3, 5, 6

POSSIBLE: 4, 8, 9

UNHEALTHY: 2, 7

First Fix-

Anything but 2, most likely 1, 3, 5, and 6

ISTP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 5, 7, 8, 9

POSSIBLE: 3, 6

UNHEALTHY: 1, 2, 4

First Fix-

Anything but 2, most likely 5, 7, 8, and 9

ISFP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 2, 4, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 1, 5, 7

UNHEALTHY: 3, 8

First Fix-

Anything but 3 or 8, most likely 2, 4, 6, and 9

INFP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 2, 4, 5, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 1

UNHEALTHY: 3, 7, 8

First Fix-

Anything but 3 or 8, most likely 2, 4, 5, 6, and 9

INTP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 5, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 4, 7

UNHEALTHY: 1, 2, 3, 8

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 5, 6, and 9

ESTP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 3, 7, 8

POSSIBLE: 6, 9

UNHEALTHY: 1, 2, 4, 5

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 3, 7, and 8

ESFP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 2, 3, 7, 8

POSSIBLE: 4, 6, 9

UNHEALTHY: 1, 5

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 2, 3, 7, and 8

ENFP

Core Type-LIKELY: 2, 6, 7, 9

POSSIBLE: 1, 3, 4, 5, 8

UNHEALTHY: Weirdly, none

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 2, 6, 7, and 9

ENTP

Core Type-

LIKELY: 3, 7, 8, 9

POSSIBLE: 5, 6

UNHEALTHY: 1, 2, 4

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 3, 7, 8, and 9

ESTJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 3, 6, 8

POSSIBLE: 5, 7

UNHEALTHY: 2, 4, 9

First Fix-

Anything but 2 or 9, most likely 1, 3, 6, and 8

ESFJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 2, 3, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 1, 7, 8

UNHEALTHY: 4, 5

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 2, 3, 6, and 9

ENFJ

Core Type-LIKELY: 1, 2, 3, 6, 9

POSSIBLE: 7, 8

UNHEALTHY: 4, 5

First Fix-

Anything, most likely 1, 2, 3, 6, and 9

ENTJ

Core Type-

LIKELY: 1, 3, 6, 8

POSSIBLE: 5, 7

UNHEALTHY: 2, 4, 9

First Fix-

Anything but 2 or 9, most likely 1, 3, 6, and 8

This refers to healthy combinations

All Third Fixes are possible

EXFJ and so-blind is probably unhealthy

IXXJ and sp-blind is probably unhealthy

INXP and sp-blind is probably unhealthy

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27 Tritype Connections

By Karkino.

How the combinations interact and/or amplify each other.

1 + 2 Node (125, 126, 127) The Guide • Enhance the natural wings of 1 and 2; • Double compliant; • May secretly feel as if they are better than others; • Feel that they must help people grow; • Mix of warmth and cold attitude; • May push people too much; "I know you can do better"; • Easily frustrated with laziness, inattentive behavior; • Strong internal critic; "I must show the example, I must be nice and accepting, etc." • Extremely sensitive to ungratefulness.

1 + 3 Line (135, 136, 137) The Super Achiever • Double competent; • Strong work ethics and desire to perform; • Internal critic : "I must deliver and be the best yet be humble about it"; • Internal struggle between the needs to be correct/fair and to be praised/admired; • On of the most productive and efficient combinations; • Perfectionist and Critical about their work and image; • Very sensitive to social recognition, even if not dominant social instinct; • Can become workaholic; "My work is my worth" • Very cold, rigid personality. May be a bit less strong with a 2 wing.

1 + 4 Line (145, 146, 147) The Humanist • Enhances the natural line of 1/4; • Double frustration; • Ethical and spiritual traits of the 1 is highlighted; • Hard to please, critical of self and others; • "There's always something missing ; You don't understand"; • Conflicting relationship with their emotions : refrain from feeling, then let go; • May have religious/spiritual tendencies; • Can become a highly refined individual, with unique tastes and values; • Can look very NF (MBTI) even if not.

1 + 5 Line (154, 153, 152) The Rational • Highly cerebral; • Usually displays intellectual tastes and hunger for knowledge; • Not easily satisfied with the superficial answers; knows what and how to search for them; • Very structured mind; likes to organize information (MBTI can modify that); • Attentive and focused; Can easily dive into its mind; • Very curious; always want to know why you think this or that; • Very aloof and distant, even with a 2 wing or fix; • Can give extremely detailed and structured information; • May be awkward in social settings, not known for its spontaneity.

1 + 6 Line (162, 163, 164) The Guardian • Double Compliant; • Most structured-oriented of all combinations; • Usually likes to plan ahead and know where they going; • Trust is not only a concept, but a vital line of conduct; • May be a bit intolerant of innovative and counterculture ideas; • Can often take a leadership role and be sensitive to the underdog cause; • Can look very SJ (MBTI) even if not; • Critical outlook but still can be congenial and understanding (especially if dominant self-preservation instinct).

1 + 7 Line (127, 137, 147) The Catalyst • Enhances the natural line of 1/7; • Very internally conflicted : wants structure and freedom; • May let go of the pressure of the internal critic more easily than the other 1 combinations; • Can look serious and enthusiastic at the same time; • Can implement order and morals in a fun and colorful way; • Perfectionist, even in their creative side; • May be hard to follow with their high ideals; • Unpredictable emotional demonstrations, mostly anger and frustration (especially if dominant sexual instinct); • Often a strong connection to their intuitive function (MBTI).

2 + 5 Line (125, 258, 259) The Advisor • Double rejection; • Emotionally guarded but appears amiable; • Often strong observational skills, especially for people; • Good listeners; • Sociable, but need time for themselves; • Help people by giving out advice, tips and personal knowledge; • Often express their anger in an indirect fashion, even if core 8; • Can spend a long time of their day observing and analyzing people; • Often hidden intentions, not truly open with what they want.

2 + 6 Line (126, 268, 269) The Helper • Double compliant; • Most service-oriented combination; • Attentive to others' needs; • Likes to be part of a team or be with people in general; • Values comes from being helpful and trustworthy; • Both energies combine well : 2's pride with 6's fear makes an overall great friend; • Fear to be excluded, outside of the social circle, even if not dominant social instinct; • Anxious to be of service, may create opportunities to help; • May be clingy and dependent.

2 + 7 Line (127, 278, 279) The Jovialist • Double positive outlook; • Very sociable and gregarious; • Natural entertainer, likes to laugh; • Possess natural charm and humor to entice people; • Bored and anxious when alone, needs the crowd to be stimulated; • 2w3 are often paired with this fix; • Looks SP or Extroverted Feeling (MBTI) even if not; • Doesn't like negativity at all; • Could help being a little more realistic about facing their problems.

2 + 8 Line (258, 268, 278) The Protector • Enhances the natural 2/8 line; • Double rejection; • Help people in a forceful, direct approach; • Very sensitive to being ignored or rejected; • "I know what's better for you than you do, so lemme help!"; • Most protective combination of all; • Can get very angry quickly, then apologize in fear of being unloved; • Mama/papa bear archetype.

2 + 9 Line (259, 269, 279) The Benevolent • Double positive outlook; • Soft, healing quality; • Dreamy, yet also focused on others; • Quiet presence but often ready to comfort with positive words; • Unassertive, may not know how to deal with negativity; • If core 2, softens a lot of the pride edges and may be blind to it; • If self-preservation dominant, may show their love with practical tasks (cooking, chores, etc.); • Very humble combination; • If sexual dominant, may become the supportive wife or husband, fusing with their mate.

3 + 5 Line (135, 358, 359) The Professional • Double competent; • Like to be known for their technical expertise; • Assumed image of a know-it-all, the game trivia nightmare; • Gives a core 5 more versatility and confidence to show what they're made of; • Productive, yet work at their own pace, may be procrastinator (especially with 359); • May run the risk of becoming robotic and unemotional; • See feelings ask inconsequential and a lack of time (less apparent with dominant sexual instinct or 4 wing); • Conceal their true identity, shapeshifters; • Very often Thinking types in MBTI.

3 + 6 Line (136, 368, 369) The Dutiful • Enhances the natural 3/6 line; • Double Attachment; • Very loyal and productive; • They often act for the greater good of their community or partner(s); • Like to show their loyalty and love through concrete actions; • Anxious if the authority question their value or their work; • Can become competitive in order to please the thing that gives them security (bosses, parents, partners, etc.); • Can adapt their speech and mannerism in order to conform better to their surroundings; • May question authority behind its back but support and perform in front of them.

3 + 7 Line (137, 378, 379) The Persuader • Double assertive; • Very positive combination; • Charming but a bit pushy in their demeanor; • Combine efficiency with entertainment : life is a game; • Like to promote the image of a successful, happy person; • May look fake and trying too much; • Like to submit innovative and original ideas to problems; • May follow rules, but prefer to make a colorful impact; • Don't have time for negativity or dealing with psychological problems.

3 + 8 Line (358, 368, 378) The Challenger • Double assertive; • Very competitive and aggressive; • "There's nothing I can't do, just watch me" • A Fighter archetype, don't give up easily; • May show an image of invulnerability at all times; • "No, you got a problem, no me!" • Hard to let things go and let their emotions speak; • May have an overwhelming presence; • Absolutely hates to lose; very strong egotistical stance.

3 + 9 Line (359, 369, 379) The Stabilizer • Enhances the natural 3/9 line; • Double attachment; • "Yeah, no worries, I can do that"; "Let me handle this"; • Steady, productive presence; • Very adaptable and accommodating; • Are efficient but don't usually push themselves further than what's expected of them; • Can pride themselves in being tolerant, uncomplicated and agreeable; • Unemotional, dry personality; • Hide their stubbornness by only adapting in surface and doing superficial changes.

4 + 5 Node (145, 458, 459) The Introspective • Enhances the natural wings of 4 and 5; • Deep thinker and feeler; • Very introverted and private; • Feel tired quickly when they in unfamiliar events; low energy overall; • Slow to commit to new habits and persons; • Generally prefer written communication to spoken one; • Great capacity to pursue their passions and interests; • Dislike changes in environment; • They have a hard time communicating their feelings to people (a little less if dominant social instinct);

4 + 6 Line (146, 468, 469) The Sensitive Soul • Double reactive; • Take a great deal of time analyzing and sorting out their feelings and thoughts; • Anxious about their identity, about what to trust; • Most emotionally sensitive and reactive combination; • Conflict between external security and maintaining personal identity; • "Can I trust him/her?"; "I feel so vulnerable"; • When they engage into something, they always have doubts ("Is this for me?", "Will I be able to do it?") • Creative, but need reassurance in their abilities and support from others; • Can be very volatile and explosive is they feel threatened.

4 + 7 Line (147, 478, 479) The Whimsical • Double frustration; • Very idealistic but with unstable energy; • Want significance and playfulness in their work; • Very creative and imaginative, dreamy personality; • Capricious and a bit of a brat; wants this done their way; • Sadness in hidden behind impish or childlike behavior; • Bipolar/dysthymic mind; oscillate between sadness and joy; • Often easily bored; • See things that are missing in order for the situation to be magical and original.

4 + 8 Line (458, 468, 478) The Maskless • Double reactive; • Very intense character regardless of the dominant instinct; • Reject inauthentic behavior; • Feel things strongly and express them in a powerful way (especially 468); • Protect the vulnerable, the rejected, the abandoned (especially with dominant social instinct); • Often provocative and defying taboos; • Likes to dig deep into emotional traumas (especially 458); • With core 8, gives an incentive to look into their vulnerable side; • With core 4, pushes them to act upon what they believe.

4 + 9 Line (459, 469, 479) The Receptive • Double withdrawn; • Hide their sadness with a smile; • The 9 fix erodes the melancholic side of 4, making it less jarring; • The 4 fix encourages the core 9 to look into their emotional side; • Ghostly, wispy demeanor; • Very passive and often unassuming; • Good listener, but may focus too much on the sad/emotional part of the conversation; • Very sensitive to painful experiences, retreat when feeling hurt; • Can be critical, but hide their comments from the public eye.

5 + 8 Line (258, 358, 458) The Independent • Double rejection; • Enhances the natural 5/8 line; • Strategic thinking; • Can act behind-the-scenes in a surprising way; Almost ninja-like; • Silently watchful and ready to act in accordance to plan; • Mix of hot and cold energy; may be hard to follow and hard to know; • Often have a razor-sharp mind and are very good at problem-solving; • Have a difficult time connecting with others in a casual, superficial way; • Menacing presence even if unintentional (especially with core 8).

5 + 9 Line (259, 359, 459) The Observer • Double withdrawn; • Aloof and detached personality; • Like to take their time to understand things their own way; • Like their peace and quiet time in order to recharge; • Usually very intelligent, may have a hard time voicing up their opinions; • Can be very quiet, but also very talkative when talking about something they like; • When they not agree with something, they may become argumentative but often give up; • Very observant and curious about a plethora of things; • Almost always introverted MBTI type.

6 + 8 Line (268, 368, 468) The Fighter • Double reactive; • Most confrontational combination (most aggressive tritype is 368); • Want to see the truth in all situation; • Often smell something fishy that others might not detect; • Very sensitive to power dynamics (personal and social); • Argumentative and emotional even in less dramatic situations; • May see problems where they aren't, a bit paranoiac; • Very protective about what they trust and believe into; • Like to know what they're going into.

6 + 9 Line (269, 369, 469) The Follower • Double attachment; • Often unassuming when alone, feel better in groups; • Feel harmony and contentment when in a familiar environment with their peers; • Unsure about their capacity to act alone, so they side with security; • Loyal and gentle with who they know and love; Aloof and anxious about the unknown; • The 9 fix helps the core 6 relax and being more tolerant and accepting of difference; • The 6 fix helps the core 9 being less indolent and more proactive when helping others; • Usually gentle and amiable, but can become secretive and anxious if they feel threatened; • Their biggest weakness is to act and think by themselves when necessary.

7 + 8 Node (278, 378, 478) The Conqueror • Double assertive; • Enhances the natural wings of 7 and 8; • Life is a playground; "I take what I want"; • Natural hedonistic and realistic approach to life; • May take for granted what others find offensive and obnoxious; • Good negotiator; Always find a way to win something; • Quick thinker and smooth talker; direct speech but in a funny, original way; • Hate limits and regulations, to the point of circumventing or breaking rules in order to get what they want; • Have a hard time to slow down and think about the consequences at first.

7 + 9 Line (279, 379, 479) The Optimist • Double positive outlook; • Gentle and ethereal; • May be a bit out of touch with reality; • Always have a alternate positive view of even bad or tragic events; • Soft, expansive energy, always dreaming about what could be; • Often have a lazy side that don't want to deal with boring or serious tasks; • Most prone to have symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder of all the combinations; • Create their own rosy bubble when dreary times arise; • May run the risk of being too positive and unfocused on taking real action.

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A Way to Figure out Tritype- How do you come across to others?

Gut types:

Type 8- Strong

Type 9- Accepting

Type 1- Correct

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Heart Types:

Type 2- Generous

Type 3- Charming

Type 4- Unique

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Head Types:

Type 5- Aloof

Type 6- Warm

Type 7- Fun

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Guidelines for Tritype/IV Evaluation

1.      Desires and Fears

1s desire perfection and fear unworthiness

2s desire love and fear abandonment

3s desire success and fear failure

4s desire specialness and fear normalcy

5s desire knowledge and fear incapability

6s desire security and fear instability

7s desire stimulation and fear entrapment

8s desire autonomy and fear enslavement

9s desire peace and fear disruption

2.      Order

The first fear and desire are those of your core type

This is followed by your wing

Then by your first fix

Then by your second fix

Then by your first fix’s wing

Then by your second fix’s wing

3.      Instinctual Variants’ Effect

Sp 1 turns its critical eye towards itself and thinks itself is in need of perfection.

So 1 upholds itself as a banner of virtue for others to follow as a mentor.

Sx 1 turns its critical heat and anger towards the outside world and thinks the outside world is in need of perfection.

Sp 2 acts in a childlike fashion to endear other to it.

So 2 helps the broader environment and takes on tasks to endear itself to others.

Sx 2 seduces an individual with a special relationship to endear itself to that person.

Sp 3 acts against vanity and overfocuses on its work and letting it speak for itself.

So 3 focuses on networking and presenting its polished image to as many people as possible.

Sx 3 tries to live up to a masculine or feminine ideal and make a strong attractive impression on others.

Sp 4 acts stoically and focuses on suffering in silence.

So 4 chronically compares itself to others to develop its identity.

Sx 4 focuses on sharing its powerful personal experience with others through emotional rawness and aggressive honesty.

Sp 5 focuses on hobbies and a safe space they can retreat to.

So 5 plays an advisor role to others and collects helpful information.

Sx 5 collects darker information and shares secrets or interesting information as a method of connection.

Sp 6 focuses on material safety and obsesses over details to keep itself secure.

So 6 ties itself to systems, organizations, and social roles to keep itself secure.

Sx 6 desperately ties itself to ideals of strength and bravery to keep itself secure.

Sp 7 focuses on lifestyle and personal, often permanent, pleasures (nice houses, fast cars, sex, etc.) as opposed to outside stimulation.

So 7 focuses on a utopian and idealistic image of the future and gives to others in the optimistic assumption they will give back.

Sx 7 focuses on new and sensational ideas and distractions with a focus on fresh experience.

Sp 8 acts as a survivalist and gathers the resources it needs to exist entirely independent of others.

So 8 acts as a protector to those around it and tries to remain powerful by shielding those less powerful.

Sx 8 acts in direct rebellion and emotional rawness against others, testing itself against others to find an ideal partner strong enough to surrender (often this search is unconscious.)

Sp 9 focuses on gathering resources so that it can remain stationary and uninvolved.

So 9 acts as an active peacemaker and works towards helping others to avoid conflict.

Sx 9 searches for an ideal partner to remain in stasis with, who will not disturb them or have conflict with them.

4.      Example

My friend is a 3w4 7w8 1w2 sx/sp

His core desires go:

Success>specialness>stimulation>perfection>autonomy>love

His core fears go:

Failure>normalcy>entrapment>unworthiness>enslavement>abandonment

His 3 is attractiveness focused with a side of work focus.

His 7 is fresh experience focused with a side of lifestyle focus.

His 1 is zeal focused with a side of self-criticism focus.

5.      Making the connections

This is a more intuitive (not iNtuitive) process. Make the connections from the basic core fear and desire (example: the core fear of failure feeds into all these other fears as a root cause and all these other fears in combination feed these behaviors)

Look at how the single core fear plays into every other behavior at play and every other fear at play. Flavor each attitude and behavior and fear based on every other factor.

And in conclusion, you have your type evaluated. Congratulations. Go forth into the world in full glory.

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Instinctual varients

Sp dom needs stability neurotically

So dom needs community neurotically

Sx dom needs connection neurotically

The first one is a neurotic obsession

Sp secondary wants stability and comfort

So secondary wants to have a community

Sx secondary wants connection

Secondary ones you strive for but can live without

Sp blind doesn't really care for personal stability as long as their connection to people and communities are good

So blind just wants connection and stability and doesn't worry much about group problems that don't affect them or someone they care about

Sx blind cares about comfort, security, and their community putting close relationships and connection below group or self needs

Blind instincts you don't think about much and usually will come up as an afterthought

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Enneagram basics

E1: Has morals

E2: People pleaser

E3: Workaholic

E4: not like other girls

E5: Nerd

E6: Scared and anxious

E7: had good ideas

E8: angry

E9: doesn't have opinions

That's pretty much it super accurate! :)

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Attitudinal Psyche - The aspects explained

Volition (V): This aspect rules over things like willpower and ambition. People with confident/flexible volition may be very ambitious and attempt to achieve big things. This aspect can also rule over authority and leadership.

Logic (L): This aspect rules over things like facts and truth. People with confident/flexible logic may be very rational and pragmatic and rely a lot on the logical side of things. This aspect can also rule over categorizations and systems.

Physics (F): This does not mean the science. This aspect rules over things like materials and location. This is more complex then the others, but it is mainly about focusing heavily on what is going on in the outside and what things look like.

Emotion (E): This aspect rules over things like moods and effects. This aspect is not just about emotion and feelings but also art and imagination. People with this confident/flexible emotion may be deep and imaginative

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Mbti types and my favorite Taylor Swift songs

Isfj: 'tis the damn season

Istj: long story short

Esfj: The other side of the door

Estj: Begin again

Isfp: Cornelia street

Istp: Dancing with our hands tied

Esfp: The way I loved you

Estp: Wonderland

Infj: hoax

Infp: August

Enfj: Starlight

Enfp: A place in this world

Intj: My tears ricochet

Intp: Delicate

Entj: Change

Entp: Getaway car

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My opinions of the 16 mbti types as an ISFJ (I'll try to be nice I promise)

INTJ: Don't understand you guys but you seem so cool and I admire your intelligence

INTP: Can't really understand you either sometimes but we can have similar interests, only you do it better and are way smarter than me. Also really thoughtful which I admire.

ENTJ: Kinda scary tbh, but love the confidence

ENTP: I Don't really get along with you guys most of the time. Also I'm kinda jealous of all the attention you get from the mbti community. But I kinda want to be you and have your confidence and intelligence

ENFJ: LOVE YOU GUYS. you get alot of hate from the community and i have no idea why. But maybe I am a little biased since my mom is an ENFJ.

ENFP: so fun to be around. Talkitive and idealistic.

INFJ: Kind and calm. Very smart and thoughtful and i'd like to have deep conversations with you.

INFP: love-hate relationship. Sometimes i get really annoyed by you but i also make friends with you easily.

ISTJ: i get along with you, and we're pretty similar. Sometimes it feels like you focus more on some specific traditions or how things SHOULD be than what works for the group/person right now which can bother me.

ISFJ: Uhm.. well I do like being an ISFJ and we're good at taking care of people and getting things done but it's weird complimenting my type so let's just move on.

ESTJ: Scary sometimes, but you know what you want and you actually go after it.

ESFJ: Well I love you guys, and we get easily along. We have alot of the same values

ISTP: You can be kind of reserved and come across as intimidating but you are SO COOL. And smart.

ISFP: Not gonna lie i haven't really figured you guys out yet. And i can't tell why i like you, but I do anyway.

ESTP: so hot. Like you have this free spirit and confidence that i just find so attractive

ESFP: MARRY ME PLEASE. all i'm going to say