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« on: June 25, 2003, 08:45:25 am »
The personality descriptions in the Chinese zodiac thread made me think of the Myers-Briggs personality indicators. If you are not familiar with Myers-Briggs, here is a description of the various types.

I'll go first.

INTP

INTPs direct their energy towards the inner world of thoughts and emotions. They structure and organise their ideas, coming up with theories and explanations to explain new areas of scientific research or experience. They often seek to understand the full complexity of any situation and enjoy solving difficult intellectual problems.

The only thing I don't like about the description is that it doesn't seem to account for my creative side, which I believe comes from the intuitive part of my personality.  I'm working on becoming more outwardly focused, and if you study MB theory, that's actually what an INTP of my age is suppose to be doing. (Scary huh) ':.'

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« Reply #1 on: June 25, 2003, 08:49:31 am »
Narf! I took that test about two years ago at school, I don't remeber what I was, but it was Introverted that much I remember. Foofy.
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« Reply #2 on: June 25, 2003, 10:08:31 am »
I looked over that and i dont seem to fir in any of them.
weird.

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« Reply #3 on: June 25, 2003, 10:19:39 am »
Ok i took a test, and i found it. i read a description, and i dont think it could be any more accurate.
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Extraverted iNtuitive Thinking Perceiving
by Marina Margaret Heiss
Profile: ENTP
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Date of Revision: 3 Dec 02



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"Clever" is the word that perhaps describes ENTPs best. The professor who juggles half a dozen ideas for research papers and grant proposals in his mind while giving a highly entertaining lecture on an abstruse subject is a classic example of the type. So is the stand-up comedian whose lampoons are not only funny, but incisively accurate.

ENTPs are usually verbally as well as cerebrally quick, and generally love to argue--both for its own sake, and to show off their often-impressive skills. They tend to have a perverse sense of humor as well, and enjoy playing devil's advocate. They sometimes confuse, even inadvertently hurt, those who don't understand or accept the concept of argument as a sport.

ENTPs are as innovative and ingenious at problem-solving as they are at verbal gymnastics; on occasion, however, they manage to outsmart themselves. This can take the form of getting found out at "sharp practice"--ENTPs have been known to cut corners without regard to the rules if it's expedient -- or simply in the collapse of an over-ambitious juggling act. Both at work and at home, ENTPs are very fond of "toys"--physical or intellectual, the more sophisticated the better. They tend to tire of these quickly, however, and move on to new ones.

ENTPs are basically optimists, but in spite of this (perhaps because of it?), they tend to become extremely petulant about small setbacks and inconveniences. (Major setbacks they tend to regard as challenges, and tackle with determin- ation.) ENTPs have little patience with those they consider wrongheaded or unintelligent, and show little restraint in demonstrating this. However, they do tend to be extremely genial, if not charming, when not being harassed by life in general.

In terms of their relationships with others, ENTPs are capable of bonding very closely and, initially, suddenly, with their loved ones. Some appear to be deceptively offhand with their nearest and dearest; others are so demonstrative that they succeed in shocking co-workers who've only seen their professional side. ENTPs are also good at acquiring friends who are as clever and entertaining as they are. Aside from those two areas, ENTPs tend to be oblivious of the rest of humanity, except as an audience -- good, bad, or potential.


Some Famous ENTPs:

Alexander the Great
Confederate General J. E. B. Stuart
Sir Walter Raleigh


Fictional:
Mercutio, from Romeo and Juliet
Horace Rumpole, from John Mortimer's Rumpole of the Bailey series
Dorothy L. Sayers's detective Lord Peter Wimsey


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« Reply #4 on: June 25, 2003, 10:27:56 am »
Where'd you find the test thingy?
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« Reply #5 on: June 25, 2003, 04:13:23 pm »
It isn't really a test. Just a bunch of different attritubtes that you look at.

I looked at all of them and though some parts would fit me the other parts wouldn't so I have to say that I'm not there.

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« Reply #6 on: June 25, 2003, 05:32:44 pm »
I've taken those things a few times before. I'll have to see if I can find my record of one of the old ones I did. I think it's over on one of my other boards...
 
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« Reply #7 on: June 25, 2003, 11:45:36 pm »
INFJ for me, and there is a test, just og to your favorite search engine and type in Myers Briggs and it should lead you to a test..... '<img'>
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« Reply #8 on: June 26, 2003, 12:18:08 am »
heh Im INFJ too '<img'>
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« Reply #9 on: June 26, 2003, 01:07:35 am »
I'm INFP, took the test like four times to make sure and after reading the below description I agree almost fully.

Portrait of the Healer (iNFp)

Healer Idealists are abstract in thought and speech, cooperative in striving for their ends, and informative and introverted in their interpersonal relations. Healer present a seemingly tranquil, and noticiably pleasant face to the world, and though to all appearances they might seem reserved, and even shy, on the inside they are anything but reserved, having a capacity for caring not always found in other types. They care deeply-indeed, passionately-about a few special persons or a favorite cause, and their fervent aim is to bring peace and integrity to their loved ones and the world.

Healers have a profound sense of idealism derived from a strong personal morality, and they conceive of the world as an ethical, honorable place. Indeed, to understand Healers, we must understand their idealism as almost boundless and selfless, inspiring them to make extraordinary sacrifices for someone or something they believe in. The Healer is the Prince or Princess of fairytale, the King's Champion or Defender of the Faith, like Sir Galahad or Joan of Arc. Healers are found in only 1 percent of the general population, although, at times, their idealism leaves them feeling even more isolated from the rest of humanity.

 Healers seek unity in their lives, unity of body and mind, emotions and intellect, perhaps because they are likely to have a sense of inner division threaded through their lives, which comes from their often unhappy childhood. Healers live a fantasy-filled childhood, which, unfortunately, is discouraged or even punished by many parents. In a practical-minded family, required by their parents to be sociable and industrious in concrete ways, and also given down-to-earth siblings who conform to these parental expectations, Healers come to see themselves as ugly ducklings. Other types usually shrug off parental expectations that do not fit them, but not the Healers. Wishing to please their parents and siblings, but not knowing quite how to do it, they try to hide their differences, believing they are bad to be so fanciful, so unlike their more solid brothers and sisters. They wonder, some of them for the rest of their lives, whether they are OK. They are quite OK, just different from the rest of their family-swans reared in a family of ducks. Even so, to realize and really believe this is not easy for them. Deeply committed to the positive and the good, yet taught to believe there is evil in them, Healers can come to develop a certain fascination with the problem of good and evil, sacred and profane. Tutors are drawn toward purity, but can become engrossed with the profane, continuously on the lookout for the wickedness that lurks within them. Then, when Healers believe thay have yielded to an impure temptation, they may be given to acts of self-sacrifice in atonement. Others seldom detect this inner turmoil, however, for the struggle between good and evil is within the Healer, who does not feel compelled to make the issue public.
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« Reply #11 on: June 26, 2003, 04:02:15 am »
...oops double post. ':blush:'



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« Reply #12 on: June 26, 2003, 08:16:55 am »
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You're an INFP
INFP
You focus deeply on your values and devote your life to chasing ideals... you often draw people together around a common purpose and work to find a place for each person within the group. You're creative and seek new ideas and possibilities. You quietly push for what's important to you, and rarely give up. You might be somewhat gentle or have a good sense of humor, you could be hard to get to know and overlooked by others...you like to make the world more in line with your vision of perfection.

If you're a teenager, you probably have a bit of a rebellious streak. You might argue with others who hold different values than yourself..you probably have a small close-knit group of friends...you can relax around these pals and be pretty entertaining, since you see the world in a different and special way... that's why your posts on the Storm Palace are so great!

Inner harmony is the most important thing to you. You're sensitive and loyal. You have a strong sense of honor concerning your personal values. You'd rather communicate your feelings in writing...

You do best in a flexible situation where the teacher/collegue takes a personal interest in you...you like to interact with your peers, but not TOO much ...you have both creativity and flexibility, and you like that about yourself....you don't get bogged down by details...your job must be fun and it must be meaningful to you....you don't wanna feel conspicuous so you'll sell yourself short just to avoid the spotlight...

You can be a gentle and subtle leader...being indirect and inclusive of others...you don't confront people head-on, but rather work with 'em to get the job done....you lead with your values in mind and let these guide you...you don't like conflict, so you don't confront situations directly.. you'd rather wait for a situation to work itself out....

Leisure and kickin' back is really important to you. sometimes it is hard to separate work from play, huh? when you find a new recreational pursuit, you do a lot of reading up on it...most of your leisure things are done alone, like reading, listening to music, and even BBSing....when you want to be sociable, you can be very charming and outgoing..

Love is a very deep commitment to you...it's not easily attained...you probably pick out flaws or are disappointed when he or she doesn't match up to your ideal as to what love should be like...first dates are very well set up to make sure everything is taken care of so it can be "just right." you might have a hard time sharing feelings about others...you tell so many feelings inside that you forget to tell your partner that you love 'em or whatever....

If the relationship goes bad, you take it to heart, but probably don't tell many others about it....you have a tendency to overreact, huh? Other things to watch for...don't get so caught up in your dreams that you don't consider others' points-of-view...you might not adjust your vision to the facts of a situation...you may need a "reality check" once in a while... also, don't try to please everyone and be so hesitant to criticize... don't delay projects 'cause you're holding out for perfection...it's not gonna come...don't get overly critical because no one matches your perfect ideals... you could lash out and it could get ugly.

INFP: "I Never Find Perfection"


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« Reply #13 on: June 26, 2003, 03:10:03 pm »
Apparently, I'm an...
INTP
You're on a quest for logical purity...you're motivated to examine universal truths and principles...always asking "Why?" and "Why not?"...can focus with great intensity on your interests...you appreciate elegance and efficiency in thought processes and demand it in your communication...

You might appear low key in appearance and approach, you're hard as nails when challenging a truth...you don't like to deal with the obvious...at your best when developing unusual or complex ideas...you can be an under- achieving but very capable student...if you don't like a rule, you're quick to challenge it and find flaws in it -- this could make you somewhat of a rebel...if you like the rule, though, you have a respect for it and go along with it...

A relentless learner in areas that hold your interest...you might seem "lost in thought" to others...you tend to connect unrelated thoughts...you would rather be the architect of a plan than the implementer of it...you need a private, quiet workplace that allows for flexible independence... would rather organize ideas than people....

You tend to stay away from traditional leadership roles, and would rather lead with your ideas...you don't get emotionally involved, but rather tend to follow logical reasoning.....leisure has two dimensions to you: first, you like to concentrate and reflect on conceptual matters -- second, you like to take risks in the external world (like skydiving?)...

You like to read, think, watch TV, play with computers..(and post on the Storm Palace message bases).. sometimes you'd rather do these types of things than hang around other people...you don't necessarily like "best sellers" or "must see" movies because you don't trust people's opinion on what's "popular" and would rather make a value judgment for yourself....

Love, for you, has three distinct phases: falling in, staying in, and getting out. falling in love is a loss of rationality for you, and you fall HARD...an all or nothing phenomenon....

The "staying in love" phase is where you start to evaluate the relation- ship's structure and form. You may withdraw at this point because you're moving toward your most customary inward style and nature. A lot of the open affection stops....the giddy state changes... The "falling out of love" part (which doesn't always happen) results from an analysis of the real expectations of the realationship and needs of the relationship. Often an undefined line is crossed that neither of you knew about in advance. However, if you end it, you'll keep the relationship going as a friend in some capacity if you have a reason....

Pitfalls: don't focus too much on the inconsistencies of others...try being friendly and showing appreciation of others...being competent is very important to you, and you could be too hard on yourself....don't let your emotions take control -- you could have outbursts or appear hypersensitive...

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« Reply #14 on: June 26, 2003, 08:55:13 pm »
Hmm seem I fall in to the INTP catagoury. Seem accurate enough.
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« Reply #15 on: June 29, 2003, 02:05:14 am »
I too am an INTP.  It's interesting, we INTPs always seem to be the one's who love to bring up the MBTI tests.  I remeber, about 2 years ago, i discovered the Myers Briggs system, and was facinated with it for about 3 weeks.  And sure enough, focused on my new interest with extreme passion.  I even went to a class to learn how to administer the MBTI in person, and got real printed bubble-sheet forms and everything.  

I must say, I love being an INTP.  I think it's the best type of all the MBTI offers, if I do say so myself.  

But it always seems to be the INTPs who bring up the topic, and love to talk about it.  

So, for all you INTPs (or anyone for that matter) who are interested in the MBTI, here's the best site I ever found on the subject.

http://www.intp.org/faq.html

They have a mailing list that's absolutely extensive.  I recieved 200 messages in one day alone.  Very active community.



Oh, and, um, this is my first post.  Until now i've just been lurking about.  (I'm new to the furry thing, but I think I like it.)

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« Reply #16 on: June 29, 2003, 02:29:26 am »
Welcome to our home away from home, Terb! Glad you decided to join us 'normal' furolks and give us a chatter. Lurking is fine, but to really get involved, one must sink their teeth into it!  '<img'>  Oops, I don't mean to actually bite anyone here, so far that hasn't been a problem.  '<img'>  

Don't be shy and if you wouldn't mind, leaving something about yourself under "Furry Greetings".

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« Reply #17 on: June 29, 2003, 08:40:30 am »
Quote (Terberlo @ June 29 2003, 2:05 am)
But it always seems to be the INTPs who bring up the topic, and love to talk about it.  

Hmm, must be why I brought it up.

If I remember correctly, INTP is suppose to be one of the rarest types, with only about 2% of the population.  It seems a huge part of that 2% is on here. '<img'>

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« Reply #18 on: June 29, 2003, 09:04:00 am »
o_O Dats alot all in one place really, for just a 2% Think furs make up a major part of that 2%? Quirky
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« Reply #19 on: June 29, 2003, 11:19:52 am »
welcome to furtopia terb, feel free to do whatever and post stuff and ...yea.
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« Reply #20 on: July 05, 2003, 02:03:12 am »
I seem to be an ISTJ

ISTJs direct their energy towards the inner world of ideas and information. They try to clarify concepts and information, seeking to have as clear a knowledge as possible. They often place a lot of trust in experience, but also envisage future goals providing there is a clear pathway to that goal.

More info here http://www.mtr-i.com/mb-types/istj.htm

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« Reply #21 on: July 06, 2003, 02:21:46 pm »
After reading several discriptions, it seems INTP fits me the best.