'Words have little meaning without actions.|||I was curious how many members had two parents of the same MBTI type and what that was like for them growing up.|||It seems like I am always posting this reference but it really explains this thoroughly...  Effective dominant Extraverted Intuitive types are comfortable glossing over facts and details as they...|||There is a nice article here that describes the effect the inferior function has on a person. Much of what you posted is alluded to in the section on how inferior Si manifests in ENTP's and ENFP's. ...|||The functions are what separates the Istp from the Istj, how can they not be considered?|||Focusing on precision, details, etc. makes me want to scream, even though I'm good at that.   You're not an ISTJ...|||Allowing someone other than myself to drive... and I hate driving.|||Wow I should have read the thread date. Still the above is nice to keep in mind.|||There is a problem here. In Socionics, you have to switch the j and the p for the introverted types. So an ISTJ in MBTI would be an SLI-ISTp.   Socionics Types: SLI-ISTp  That would make the...|||Quotes from Dominant Te types regarding how inferior Fi affects them:  ESTJ: “I bounce from task to task with no results. I have internal arguments with myself, but I can’t come to any conclusion.”...|||A ISTJ wants to be on time for an event because being punctual is one of their personal values (Fi). They will then create a procedure or system to follow to ensure that they will arrive on time...|||The Te/Fi axis attitude is, What do you (I) want (Fi) and how can we (I) get it (Te)?  Introverted Feeling (Fi) is a function that deals with the personx92s own individual feelings and beliefs. Fi...|||I dislike driving.|||For me Ne is paralyzing. I have found in my case that too many possibilities is a bad thing.|||I am probably to solitary to have an ideal partner. I am content with solitude. 5w6 SP|||This always has and still does sound irrational to me.|||Understanding the dominant and inferior function can help you find out what your type is.   Your inferior function will produce certain manifestations when you are under stress.  ISXJ have...|||I do this all the time. I hate waiting for someone when we agreed beforehand to leave at a certain time.  :angry:|||Chess ranks #1 in my favorite games list.|||Playing a computer turn based strategy game with an ENTP friend is irritating. We have never finished one game! He always wants to start over and try different combinations and strategies. :angry:|||5w6, 2nd of 3.|||What are traits and things that make you feel more comfortable around someone?  I like being around other people who have it together and are not a walking train wreck. To be honest,...|||I have found it helpful when typing to refer to the inferior function which manifests during stress.   ISTJs have inferior Ne which leads to the following behaviors:  • Loss of control over facts...|||1. What kinds of colors do you like? Bright, muted, warm, cool, vibrant, neutrals ?  I wear all colors. The colors depend on the style (casual, semi-formal, formal etc.).  2. What about patterns?...|||5 - 1 - 3 : Exacting, Methodical and Organized  314265|||I would like to suggest that the thread Type Five Compatibility be stickied in the Type 5 sub forum. This thread is stickied in all the other enneagram sub forums.|||Portrait of an ISTJ  This is the page that got me in to MBTI and how I found out I was an ISTJ. I don't know about others but nearly everything fits.  A few excerpts:   ISTJs are quiet and...|||Tested as an ENFP. I typed her as an ENFJ. No question an ENFX.|||I enjoy creating digital art. I am more technical than creative though.   I post some of my work online: GBREAL (Gregory Betsey) - DeviantArt|||Link: Socionics - the16types.info - MBTI: Form of the Inferior Function  I believe understanding how the dominant and inferior functions manifest is very helpful/important when trying to type...|||ISTJ have inferior Ne which manifests in particular ways. The link below shows how each inferior function manifests.   Socionics - the16types.info - MBTI: Form of the Inferior Function  This can...|||They have never seen it.|||This is the key for me and one of my reservations about the whole idea.    Based on my interactions with this INFP, the differences between the way we view things are as clear as night and day.  ...|||... you are listing your interests in your personalitycafe profile and then when you've finished your list you go back and re-list them in alphabetical order... :dry:  P.S. I just did this today....|||I, a ISTJ artist was thinking about creating a piece of artwork to give to a INFP friend of mine. Would a INFP like this sort of thing?|||I don't relate to Si being impressionistic. Like Morphyous stated when looking an object I am more inclined to focus on the individual details.|||You can't be serious... :dry:|||I would choose to be what I am: ISTJ.|||I forgot(!) to include:  Psychology  MBTI Enneagram Oldhams Personality Styles|||Chess Digital Art  Music Production  Research  History|||You can't get any more ISTJ than a checklist. :happy:|||Interestingly, I don't know any confirmed Ni dominant or auxiliary users. However, there are several Ne users I know well.'