MBTI

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a self-report questionnaire designed to make Carl Jung's theory of psychological types understandable and useful in people's lives. The MBTI helps people identify their preferences in how they perceive the world and make decisions. These preferences are organized into four dichotomies, each consisting of two opposite poles. The combination of one’s preferences across these four dichotomies results in one’s MBTI type, symbolized as a code with four letters.

Here is a breakdown of each dichotomy:

• This dichotomy pertains to the direction of an individual’s energy.
• Extraverts are energized by interacting with others and the external world.
• Introverts prefer solitary activities and get drained by excessive social interaction, requiring alone time to recharge.I can help you create a career plan that aligns with your values, strengths, and goals. We will work together to identify your ideal career path and develop a strategy to achieve success.

• This dichotomy concerns the kind of information an individual prefers to gather and trust.
• Sensing types are detail-oriented and trust information that is tangible and concrete, that is, perceivable through the senses.
• Intuitive types look for patterns and meanings behind data, trusting their intuition and focusing on future possibilities.

• This dichotomy deals with decision-making.
• Thinking types use logic and objective criteria to make decisions, striving for fairness and impersonality.
• Feeling types prioritize personal values and the impact their decisions will have on others, aiming for harmony and compassion.

• This dichotomy relates to how individuals prefer to organize their lives.
• Judging types prefer structure, schedules, and organization. They like to make plans and stick to them, striving for closure.
• Perceiving types are adaptable and open to new information, preferring flexibility and spontaneity.

Each person is thought to use every preference to some degree but tends to lean towards one in each pair more naturally. Based on their preferences across these dichotomies, individuals are classified into one of 16 MBTI types, such as INTP or ESFJ, each with its own set of characteristics and potential strengths and weaknesses.

The MBTI has been widely used in a variety of settings, including career counseling, education, leadership development, team-building, and personal growth. It’s important to note that the MBTI is meant to be descriptive, not prescriptive—it provides a framework for understanding oneself and others but does not intend to limit or predict a person's behavior definitively. It's a tool for self-awareness, encouraging individuals to explore their personal preferences and how these might play out in various aspects of life.

The validity and scientific basis of the MBTI have been subject to criticism. However, many find it valuable for gaining personal insights and improving interpersonal communication. It’s widely used in professional development workshops and personal coaching to facilitate better teamwork and communication within groups.