Mayflower
King Ping
- Joined
- Oct 3, 2016
- Messages
- 701
- MBTI Type
- ESTP
- Enneagram
- 9w8
- Instinctual Variant
- sp/so
Hello. When it comes to my jung type, I am indecisive in this aspect. I cannot confidently put myself down as a certain type and stick with it. Everyone marks me as an SP, but the issue lies in which one. I was first typed as an ISTP years ago (Humanmetrics, I know...) but suffered from severe Social Anxiety; still do, but to a lesser degree. After reading about the actual functions, I was lead to call myself an ISFP for a couple of years. But after some introspection I questioned again. I put out some questionnaires for others to give me somewhat of a direction to go. To that end, ESTP was a common suggestion. I didn't really question that until recently as I believe that I am not Ni inferior. The choices! I wanna hear from you other SP's to what I might be.
Younger Days (up to 18): In my earliest years, I was impulsive and a show off. I made sure everyone knew me. Even so, I was laid-back and didn't really make much of a fuss (though I did have a temper, but they were short-lived). Favored hobbies were building with Legos and Video games, and learning about cars. I could absorb myself in those activities for hours, if not the whole day. I did well in school up to middle school. I was a C student up to college. I only went to school for the social aspect, though learning was fun too. B student in college, somehow.
Decision Making Process: I think in terms of Pros and Cons. I used to think that decisions of values was just "liking" things so I leaned toward F, but after deeper study, I learned that this was not the case. I don't think in terms of values in the sense of "being true to myself" or "is this important to me". My dominant focus goes along the lines of "What can I do right now that will yield the best results" or "Which choice is the most appealing/enjoyable". I don't really hold any values other than just be nice and don't be too much of a dick. "When in Rome, do as the Romans Do" is the way I navigate the social arena.
Emotions: I am not really an emotional person. Sure, I laugh and get angry like the next guy, but I don't really think about them. They're just reactions. There was a time in my life where I thought I had Autism (Mother still thinks I do) but that was largely just my SA acting up when in public. Another reason for so is I don't really feel other's emotions. I understand them perfectly but It's more like a cold analysis rather than feeling what they feel. I feel awkward when someone is upset near me because I'm like "what do you want me to do?!" When I'm in a similar simulation, I just absorb myself in something to get my mind off things. People see me as cold in this regard as I don't wallow in feelings and move on.
Focus in life: I have a "go with the wind" mentality. I don't really have any plans or goals. I just live one day at a time. Relatives constantly state that I'm "coasting". No ideals other than to enjoy life. Career wise, probably working on cars; focusing on the aesthetic aspects.
Role I Play: I play the problem solver most of the time. Whether it be packing or jury rigging, I can do it!
If you need any more info, just let me know.
Younger Days (up to 18): In my earliest years, I was impulsive and a show off. I made sure everyone knew me. Even so, I was laid-back and didn't really make much of a fuss (though I did have a temper, but they were short-lived). Favored hobbies were building with Legos and Video games, and learning about cars. I could absorb myself in those activities for hours, if not the whole day. I did well in school up to middle school. I was a C student up to college. I only went to school for the social aspect, though learning was fun too. B student in college, somehow.
Decision Making Process: I think in terms of Pros and Cons. I used to think that decisions of values was just "liking" things so I leaned toward F, but after deeper study, I learned that this was not the case. I don't think in terms of values in the sense of "being true to myself" or "is this important to me". My dominant focus goes along the lines of "What can I do right now that will yield the best results" or "Which choice is the most appealing/enjoyable". I don't really hold any values other than just be nice and don't be too much of a dick. "When in Rome, do as the Romans Do" is the way I navigate the social arena.
Emotions: I am not really an emotional person. Sure, I laugh and get angry like the next guy, but I don't really think about them. They're just reactions. There was a time in my life where I thought I had Autism (Mother still thinks I do) but that was largely just my SA acting up when in public. Another reason for so is I don't really feel other's emotions. I understand them perfectly but It's more like a cold analysis rather than feeling what they feel. I feel awkward when someone is upset near me because I'm like "what do you want me to do?!" When I'm in a similar simulation, I just absorb myself in something to get my mind off things. People see me as cold in this regard as I don't wallow in feelings and move on.
Focus in life: I have a "go with the wind" mentality. I don't really have any plans or goals. I just live one day at a time. Relatives constantly state that I'm "coasting". No ideals other than to enjoy life. Career wise, probably working on cars; focusing on the aesthetic aspects.
Role I Play: I play the problem solver most of the time. Whether it be packing or jury rigging, I can do it!
If you need any more info, just let me know.