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THE JUNG/MEYERS-BRIGGS PERSONALITY INVENTORY
THE JUNG/MEYERS-BRIGGS PERSONALITY INVENTORY The test as been around since 1943 No right or wrong answer The test helps us to better understand how
we: Interact in societyThe way were perceive thingsThe way we make choicesThe way we look at the outside world
THE JUNG/MEYERS-BRIGGS PERSONALITY INVENTORY Personality qualities are opposites- you will
be one or the other Extraverted v. Introverted Sensing v. intuitive Thinking v. feeling Sensing v. Judging
EXTRAVERSION OR INTROVERSIONWhere do you put your attention and get your
energy? Do you like to spend time in the outer world of people and things (Extraversion), or in your inner world of ideas and images (Introversion)?
(Meyersbriggs.org)
EXTRAVERTED The Extraverted side of our brain enjoys
activities, people, and things. Extraverted Characteristics
Act first, think/reflect later Feel deprived when cutoff from interaction with
the outside world Usually open to and motivated by outside world
of people and things Enjoy wide variety and change in people
relationships
INTROVERTED(I)
The Introverted side of our brain prefers thoughts, interests, ideas, and imagination.
Introverted Characteristics Think/reflect first, then Act Regularly require an amount of "private time" to
recharge batteries Motivated internally, mind is sometimes so
active it is "closed" to outside world Prefer one-to-one communication and
relationships
SENSING OR INTUITIONDo you pay more attention to information that
comes in through your five senses (Sensing), or do you pay more attention to the patterns and possibilities that you see in the information you receive (Intuition)?
(Meyersbriggs.org)
SENSING (S)
The Sensing (S) side of our brain pays attention to the senses. Things that are real, and current are important.
It categorizes, organizes, records and stores the specifics from the here and now.
It is REALITY based, dealing with "what is." It also provides the specific details of memory &
can recall events from the PAST. Best improvise from past experience Like clear and concrete information; dislike
guessing when facts are "fuzzy"
INTUITIVE (N) The Intuitive (N) side of our brain pays the
most attention to impressions and patterns. They would rather learn by thinking through a problem then through a hands-on activity.
Events are remembered by thinking about the meaning of the event.
It is easier to look at the big picture and then find out the facts.
It is easier to look at new possibilities then how to make them a reality.
THINKING OR FEELINGThis pair describes how you like to make
decisions. Do you like to put more weight on objective principles and impersonal facts (Thinking) or do you put more weight on personal concerns and the people involved (Feeling)?
(Myersbriggs.org)
THINKING (T) The Thinking (T) side of our brain analyzes
information in a DETACHED way. It operates by looking at the facts. It is our logical nature.
Thinking Characteristics Instinctively search for facts and logic in a
decision situation. Naturally notices tasks and work to be
accomplished. Easily able to provide an objective and critical
analysis.
FEELING (F) The Feeling (F) side of our brain forms
conclusions in an ATTACHED way. The way that people feel and relationships
Feeling Characteristics Naturally sensitive to people needs and
reactions. Naturally seek consensus and popular opinions. Unsettled by conflict; doesn’t like disharmony.
JUDGING OR PERCEIVINGThis pair describes how you like to live your
outer life--what are the behaviors others tend to see?
Do you prefer a more structured and decided lifestyle (Judging) or a more flexible and adaptable lifestyle (Perceiving)?
(Myersbriggs.org)
JUDGING (J) A Judging (J) style approaches the outside
world WITH A PLAN and is oriented towards organization and planning
Judging Characteristics Plans many details in advance before taking
action. Works best and avoids stress when able to keep
ahead of deadlines. Naturally uses dates and routines to manage
everyday life.
PERCEIVING (P) A Perceiving (P) style takes the outside
world AS IT COMES. It is better when things flexible and open. No plan necessary.
Perceiving Characteristics Comfortable without a plan; plan on-the-go. Like to multitask, have variety, mix work and
play. Work best close to the deadlines. Avoid commitments that interfere with flexibility,
freedom and variety