I test consistently (over the span of 5 years, various moods) as INTP, but there are aspects of me that I am not sure are quite INTP-like and thought would ask some of the type theory folks to. Either am not an INTP or I do not understand what exactly constitutes an INTP. Eitherway, any feedback would be dearly appreciated, thanks.
Following is the results of the test I took today: it came out as an INTP and I do largely *relate* to the description of INTP. But I constantly second guess and fear that, as a human, am underestimating my ability to be biased..
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Cognitive Process Level of Development (Preference, Skill and Frequency of Use)
extraverted Sensing (Se) **************************** (28.6)
average use
introverted Sensing (Si) ************** (14)
unused
extraverted Intuiting (Ne) ************************************** (38.5)
excellent use
introverted Intuiting (Ni) ************************************* (37.1)
excellent use
extraverted Thinking (Te) ********************** (22)
limited use
introverted Thinking (Ti) *********************************************** (47.5)
excellent use
extraverted Feeling (Fe) *********** (11.1)
unused
introverted Feeling (Fi) **************************************** (40.6)
excellent use
Summary Analysis of Profile
By focusing on the strongest configuration of cognitive processes, your pattern of responses most closely matches individuals of this type: INTP
Lead (Dominant) Process
Introverted Thinking (Ti): Gaining leverage (influence) using a framework. Detaching to study a situation from different angles and fit it to a theory, framework or principle. Checking for accuracy. Using leverage to solve the problem.
Support (Auxilliary) Process
Extraverted Intuiting (Ne): Exploring the emerging patterns. Wondering about patterns of interaction across various situations. Checking what hypotheses and meanings fit best. Trusting what emerges as you shift a situation’s dynamics.
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Following aspects are the points of confusion.
1) I really like talking to (some) people about my world views and understand their world views: the views are either philosophical and/or scientific with religion thrown in somewhere. But generally free-flowing any subject is up for taking. I also usually prefer being one on one to groups. My personal views are distinctly existential. So far so good. But I so thoroughly relish the point of views others and I sometimes _actively_ seek out to discuss such things. Some of my best days are spent arguing from day beginning to end on various things. Among the people I am 'comfortable' with (this is difficult to define unambiguously -- I only instinctively feel that they are 'open' to me and/or willing to humour me. That is enough to make me comfortable), am remarkably gregarious and even outgoing. So much so that, none of these people think am an introvert. I can do various silly stuff: DON'T regret them -- most of them anyway. I also enjoy playing sports and sweating it out: NOT competitively, but physical exertion, learning new stuff and generally needling/laughing is great way to spend your day. Me and my friends don't keep/follow score/rules anyway.. So am an ENTP? I am also quite friendly with large number of people: but I do escape/disappear humans for extended periods, and do come back without missing a beat.
2) I am also very happy to analyse/rationalise my feelings/choices with someone I am comfortable with and trust. This, strangely, helped me so much better -- at times. In times like that I almost feels as if I am crybaby that just need a pair of shoulder to cry. Nothing against feeling per se of course: you do what you do. But, it just makes *me* feel incredibly shitty/vulnerable. Or is that am actually Feeling type with a pronounced Thinking? I also sometime just do craziness spontaneously and I seldom act my age.. :facedesk
3) Am I a Sensor now?! The test says my best 'fit' is Improviser...
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The Four Temperaments
Corresponding best-fit temperaments based on your profile: Improviser; secondly Theorist; then Catalyst; and lastly, Stabilizer.
To read more about the four temperaments click here.
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Ok, enough soul baring on Internet. The vague notion of Internet anonymity is *such* a blessing!
In the end, I 'feel' related to the description of an INTP, but is it what I *am*? I think humans can argue/make believe ourselves into *anything* really. It would be *real* nice if I manage to avoid that.
So, please let me know what you think.
Following is the results of the test I took today: it came out as an INTP and I do largely *relate* to the description of INTP. But I constantly second guess and fear that, as a human, am underestimating my ability to be biased..
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Cognitive Process Level of Development (Preference, Skill and Frequency of Use)
extraverted Sensing (Se) **************************** (28.6)
average use
introverted Sensing (Si) ************** (14)
unused
extraverted Intuiting (Ne) ************************************** (38.5)
excellent use
introverted Intuiting (Ni) ************************************* (37.1)
excellent use
extraverted Thinking (Te) ********************** (22)
limited use
introverted Thinking (Ti) *********************************************** (47.5)
excellent use
extraverted Feeling (Fe) *********** (11.1)
unused
introverted Feeling (Fi) **************************************** (40.6)
excellent use
Summary Analysis of Profile
By focusing on the strongest configuration of cognitive processes, your pattern of responses most closely matches individuals of this type: INTP
Lead (Dominant) Process
Introverted Thinking (Ti): Gaining leverage (influence) using a framework. Detaching to study a situation from different angles and fit it to a theory, framework or principle. Checking for accuracy. Using leverage to solve the problem.
Support (Auxilliary) Process
Extraverted Intuiting (Ne): Exploring the emerging patterns. Wondering about patterns of interaction across various situations. Checking what hypotheses and meanings fit best. Trusting what emerges as you shift a situation’s dynamics.
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Following aspects are the points of confusion.
1) I really like talking to (some) people about my world views and understand their world views: the views are either philosophical and/or scientific with religion thrown in somewhere. But generally free-flowing any subject is up for taking. I also usually prefer being one on one to groups. My personal views are distinctly existential. So far so good. But I so thoroughly relish the point of views others and I sometimes _actively_ seek out to discuss such things. Some of my best days are spent arguing from day beginning to end on various things. Among the people I am 'comfortable' with (this is difficult to define unambiguously -- I only instinctively feel that they are 'open' to me and/or willing to humour me. That is enough to make me comfortable), am remarkably gregarious and even outgoing. So much so that, none of these people think am an introvert. I can do various silly stuff: DON'T regret them -- most of them anyway. I also enjoy playing sports and sweating it out: NOT competitively, but physical exertion, learning new stuff and generally needling/laughing is great way to spend your day. Me and my friends don't keep/follow score/rules anyway.. So am an ENTP? I am also quite friendly with large number of people: but I do escape/disappear humans for extended periods, and do come back without missing a beat.
2) I am also very happy to analyse/rationalise my feelings/choices with someone I am comfortable with and trust. This, strangely, helped me so much better -- at times. In times like that I almost feels as if I am crybaby that just need a pair of shoulder to cry. Nothing against feeling per se of course: you do what you do. But, it just makes *me* feel incredibly shitty/vulnerable. Or is that am actually Feeling type with a pronounced Thinking? I also sometime just do craziness spontaneously and I seldom act my age.. :facedesk
3) Am I a Sensor now?! The test says my best 'fit' is Improviser...
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The Four Temperaments
Corresponding best-fit temperaments based on your profile: Improviser; secondly Theorist; then Catalyst; and lastly, Stabilizer.
To read more about the four temperaments click here.
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Ok, enough soul baring on Internet. The vague notion of Internet anonymity is *such* a blessing!
In the end, I 'feel' related to the description of an INTP, but is it what I *am*? I think humans can argue/make believe ourselves into *anything* really. It would be *real* nice if I manage to avoid that.
So, please let me know what you think.