TacEight
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- MBTI Type
- INTP
The focus here is a set group of 8 types, basically all “iNtuitive†types. I hope to share some of the enlightenment I have gleaned from this process with others, and hope that we can understand the “N system†a little better.
One of the concepts I struggled with at first was the direct correlation between the functions: why do we insist on defining Ni and Ne when they are always coupled with other factors? Instead, why do we not compare NiFe vs. NiFi, NiTe, and NiTi. So this is where I started in my mind, but naturally ended up defining them in the process anyhow. Here is what I found, refining the “definition†or “substance†of an Ni and Ne:
The Extroverted Intuitive, separate from the other functions:
Other idiosyncrasies that Ne's share may include:
The Introverted Intuitive, separate from the other functions:
Other idiosyncrasies that Ni's share may include:
One of the concepts I struggled with at first was the direct correlation between the functions: why do we insist on defining Ni and Ne when they are always coupled with other factors? Instead, why do we not compare NiFe vs. NiFi, NiTe, and NiTi. So this is where I started in my mind, but naturally ended up defining them in the process anyhow. Here is what I found, refining the “definition†or “substance†of an Ni and Ne:
The Extroverted Intuitive, separate from the other functions:
- Encouraged by, energized by, and identifier of Metaphors, be them verbal/written metaphors, physical in nature (such as a train passing by while one is contemplating life, and they associate the train with part of their life), or metaphysical (such as relating a person's personality, spirit, heart, or body to that of an animal.
- Intuitively or “magically†understands concepts: may become “suddenly aware†of a theory, belief, or set of ideas as it all comes into perspective, often after some time of introspection or contemplation on the matter, but sometimes suddenly, without warning or cause.
- Enjoys brainstorming/discussing with others, and values the results as plausible and/or objective based off of the group's reasoning. The group may be of two people: the Ne and the other, or may be with multiple persons. An important distinction is that the Ne respects the outcome as a possibility, and does not altogether disregard it when evidence or fact cannot be easily identified.
- Focused on ideas and abstract constructs: instead of maintaining a single focus—even one which changes or evolves, as the Ni tends to do—the Ne is constantly in thought of what if and how could. With so many “what-ifs†in the world and unexplained anomalies, the Ne may focus on several at a time until they (usually) come to the broader understanding that something else may be more important to spend time contemplating, or inversely that the underlying issue is larger and inclusive of the first. This is generally a life focus of the Ne, which they experience on a daily basis. (As a 3rd or 4th function this may only influence the Ne's thoughts, and not manifest itself as an “every day†stream of consciousness.)
- Identifies and considers countless scenarios when looking toward future outcomes, using their logical function (F/T) to invent or discover possible results. The form of “prediction†the Ne wields is primarily in the form of “shotgunning†the audience with numerous possibilities—even when the audience is only themselves. This process may help the Ne or others to identify and react potential outcomes as well, being a valuable tool in many situations.
Other idiosyncrasies that Ne's share may include:
- Easily “lost†in the vast amount of thoughts/concepts in the Ne's mind
- Identifies multiple meanings or answers behind ideas or problems
- Adept at indirectly affecting people or situations by suggesting/redirecting them
The Introverted Intuitive, separate from the other functions:
- Encouraged by, energized by, and identifier of Symbolic items, be them physical objects (like a necklace or charm), an event (such as a rainbow on a particularly emotional day), or even a verbal statement (a friend tells you “I like your hair†just seconds after you were thinking about your hair).
- Intuitively or “magically†understands answers: may become “suddenly aware†of an answer to a problem, as it comes into focus. The problem could be one related to work or resource management, to family or interpersonal relationships, or even to an obstacle to overcome in one's own self. This may be after some time of introspection or contemplation on the matter, but may also be sudden, without warning or cause.
- Enjoys catalyzing change and encouraging adaptability in others, allowing for a more “open minded†perspective in an environment. This may be between the Ni and the other, or a group of people in a given environment. The important distinction here is that an Ni enjoys this as a motivation, and believes that others truly desire the overall benefit from the change(s).
- Focused on fulfilling a dream or goal: this may seem to be more of a Sensory trait, however the Ni is focused on where the Se/Si is moving toward the goal. The dream, goal, or idea may change from time to time, but the Ni has a strong desire to accomplish, achieve, or aspire to reach the dream, where the Ne tends not to maintain specific goals, or their goals are much less concrete in nature/definition. These goals or dreams may guide or help the Ni in their daily actions/reactions.
- Accurately predicts the outcome of events, relating past and current trends of people or systems to help understand and define the end results. This may come into play when identifying the ramifications when a friend inside a network creates drama, or could be applied toward the work place to “intuitively†(and usually with a high level of accuracy) perceive the net effect(s) of whatever action is taken.
Other idiosyncrasies that Ni's share may include:
- Naturally or easily “transcending†situations or problems
- Easily identifies trends
- May “go to sleep†on a problem to wake up with an answer