Extraversion and introversion
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Extraversion
/
Introversion
is one of the 4
Jungian dichotomies
, and one of the 15
Reinin dichotomies
.
Contents
1
Introduction
2
Extraverted and introverted types
3
Typical characteristics
3.1
Extraverted types
3.2
Introverted types
4
Note on sociability and extraversion/introversion
5
Further reading
Introduction
Extraversion as a socionic trait is defined by the
leading function
of a type. If the leading function is extraverted, the type is called "extraverted" or "extratim"; conversely if the leading function of type is introverted, then this type is called "introverted" or "introtim". It should be kept in mind that the
model
of every type has both extraverted and introverted elements. Depending on which element is involved, a person may appear to be more "extraverted" or more "introverted" in that moment.
In socionics, "extraversion" is a perceptual quality defined by a focus on the characteristics and behavior of objects (people, things, events) outside the observer. In contrast, "introversion" means a focus on the observer's response to and perception of objects.
Extraverts:
qualities of objects are taken for granted, while interrelationships between objects are seen as being malleable; change interaction of objects to better fit qualities of objects.
Introverts:
interrelationships are taken for granted, while qualities of object are seen as being malleable; adapt qualities of objects to better fit their interrelationships.
Augusta
likened the difference between extraverted and introverted perception to the difference between
bodies
and
fields
in physics. "Bodies" are objects with mass and certain qualities, while "fields" are the realm of interaction between bodies.
Carl Jung believed that introversion and extraversion were present in everyone, but that one attitude-type is invariably dominant. He described the extravert as trusting what is received from the outside world while regarding implicit factors and motivations of secondary importance, while the introvert may be well aware of external conditions, but he is not motivated by them, rather he responds primarily to his internal impressions of the external events. See
the extraverted type
,
the introverted type
, and
extraversion and introversion
.
In socionics,
IM elements
,
information aspects
, and types can all be treated as extraverted or introverted.
Extraverted and introverted types
Extraverted
IM types
are:
ILE
,
ESE
,
EIE
,
SLE
,
SEE
,
LIE
,
LSE
, and
IEE
.
Introverted
IM types
are:
SEI
,
LII
,
LSI
,
IEI
,
ILI
,
ESI
,
EII
, and
SLI
.
Using the
four-letter code
: Extraverted types have an
E
, introverted types have an
I
as first letter.
Typical characteristics
Extraverted types
Psychic energy more often flows outwards.
Energy level increases when interacting with a large group of people.
Energy level decreases when they are alone.
Energy level is generally higher.
More often focused on their surroundings.
Tend to be more active and initiating.
Often make new friends easily.
Often better at presenting themselves.
Often prefer to work in a team.
Introverted types
Psychic energy more often flows inwards.
Energy level increases when they are alone.
Energy level decreases when interacting with a large group of people.
Energy level is generally lower.
More often focused on their thoughts and feelings.
Tend to be more passive, less initiating.
Often do not have many friends.
Often better at concentrating.
Often prefer to work alone.
Note on sociability and extraversion/introversion
A common misconception, also compounded by some interpretations of
MBTI
or even of
Jung's typology
, is that extratims are extraverted as in "socially outgoing", and intratims are introverted as in "socially reserved". In socionics terms, however, that is not the case. An introtim may be socially outgoing and even prefer a situation with broad and intensive social interaction as in a large group; an extratim may be socially reserved in terms of preferring social interactions limited to a very small number of select individuals. What is more important, in terms of socionics extraversion/introversion, is whether the individual is inclined to take the initiative in establishing the social interaction (of whatever kind), or prefers to let others take this initiative.
Further reading
On the Correct Understanding of Dichotomy Extroversion-Introversion by Trehov and Tsypin
Extraversion and introversion (psychology)
— Comparison of extraversion and introversion in Jung's typology and socionics with the meaning of these terms in modern psychology
Jungian dichotomies
Rationality and irrationality
Extraversion and introversion
Sensing and intuition
Ethics and logic
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