Ego Block
Introverted Ethics (Fi):
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ESIs are deeply in tune with their own emotional states and how they react to others. They often engage in introspection, working to understand their true feelings. Valuing fidelity and stability in life, they strive to treat others with fairness and respect. For ESIs, relationships are a central focus in life. While they may have few close connections, when they find mutual respect, they can be incredibly empathetic, compassionate, and loyal, prioritizing deep understanding and connection above all else. Individuals with ESI traits often exhibit skepticism and distrust towards others, leading to a demeanor that can be private, closed-off, uncommunicative, and individualistic. They may feel they can perceive the true motivations and character of those around them, which can result in quick and harsh judgments. Additionally, they might struggle with forgiveness, responding coldly to those they view as having committed past wrongs or as morally questionable. Despite this, they may recognize their judgmental tendencies as hypocritical and strive to treat others with fairness and reciprocity, creating an internal conflict between a facade of friendliness and a deeper sense of distrust.
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Extroverted Sensing (Se):
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ESIs often exhibit a confrontational nature, appearing steadfast and strict in their judgments and discipline. They tend to be particularly oppositional towards those they distrust or individuals whose moral integrity they question. ESIs may actively seek to express their judgments, advocating for what they believe is ethically right or defending those they care about. They sometimes utilize a form of "tough love," pushing others to act in ways they believe are beneficial. Their straightforward and demanding expectations can come across as blunt, especially when offering advice aimed at achieving success in the material world, often embodying the role of strict disciplinarians. They may feel that they challenge others just as much as they challenge themselves. They tend to be very self-critical and work hard to meet their own expectations. ESIs focus on adhering to rules and etiquette for successful interactions in formal settings, paying attention to how they dress and present themselves. While they may sometimes withdraw from social situations, they can also be eager to initiate contact and engage deeply with others, becoming very invested in their emotional connections. At times, they are proactive and ready to reach out or encourage others to take action.​
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Super-Ego Block
Introverted Logic (Ti):
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ESIs often find themselves focused on justifying their actions, particularly when it comes to theoretical consistency, assessing relative importance, and making objective decisions. They typically value the justification of their actions based on logical and established scientific principles, striving to act rationally and sensibly. However, they may show less interest or patience in connecting their actions to overly abstract concepts. In fields where practical applications rely on scientific, academic, or theoretical knowledge, ESIs may recognize the significance of grasping the conceptual foundations of their work. This can lead them to become overly focused on understanding the theoretical framework, often spending too much time on it and neglecting important details. As a result, they might inadvertently distort facts and lose clarity in their arguments. Typically, these individuals approach academia and theory in a structured manner, striving to comprehend abstract concepts through organization, memorization, and determination, which can sometimes lead to academic burnout due to inefficiency. They usually feel more at ease in situations that involve ethical or personal aspects, where they can rely on their emotional intuition, rather than in discussions focused solely on impersonal logical reasoning.
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Extroverted Intuition (Ne):
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ESIs typically have a strong aversion to uncertainty and often take proactive steps to prepare for various unexpected situations. They may struggle with sudden changes or indecisive people, as they generally favor a stable and consistent lifestyle. When faced with numerous potential outcomes, they might feel overwhelmed and less autonomous, preferring a straightforward and clear overview of what to expect. Generally, ESIs favor practical, solution-focused advice and insights over abstract or theoretical concepts. They might struggle to follow theoretical discussions that lack a clear practical application. Typically straightforward and grounded, they may show little interest in overly conceptual viewpoints. ESIs often approach challenges with hard work and diligence rather than innovative or novel methods. They tend to view moral and character issues in black and white, often expressing strong certainty in their moral beliefs and judgments, and may dismiss efforts to contextualize situations ethically, seeing others as clearly accountable for their actions.​
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Super-Id Block
Extroverted Logic (Te):
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ESIs often lack confidence in their ability to gather and apply new information relevant to their life situations or productivity. They may struggle with critically assessing the accuracy of the information they encounter, often turning to others for explanations and additional insights. Additionally, they might not consider the most effective methods for accomplishing tasks and may find it challenging to determine the appropriate schedule, activities, or strategies to achieve their goals. This can lead to difficulties in assessing whether they have completed enough on a task or if their efforts were successful. ESIs tend to be direct and clear in their conversations, often favoring interactions with others who are equally straightforward. They value accuracy and specificity in information, viewing these traits as indicators of a trustworthy and dependable person. Overall, ESIs may lean towards a communication style that could appear robotic or unemotional to some, but it actually highlights their internal feelings and facilitates the free exchange of information.
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Introverted Intuition (Ni):
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ESIs often view life as a continuous journey of learning and new experiences. Although they may be resistant to change and slow to adjust their perspectives or integrate their experiences into their self-identity, they tend to engage in reflective and contemplative thinking to make sense of their experiences and identify lessons for self-improvement. As they gain insight into their experiences, their typically reserved and private nature may be balanced by moments of humor and emotional openness. Additionally, ESIs usually focus on their goals with a long-term perspective. ESIs are generally firm and decisive when addressing situations that arise, striving to avoid impulsive actions that they might later regret. They value periodic external assessments to understand how a situation may unfold, helping them to manage their worries. Without this outside reassurance that a task can be completed on time without rushing, or that it's best to wait and observe ongoing developments, ESIs may become anxious about time constraints and feel compelled to act immediately, sometimes impulsively.​
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Id Block
Extroverted Ethics (Fe):
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ESIs might occasionally prioritize creating a positive emotional environment, keeping the group's mood light and facilitating fun interactions. However, they focus more on their own emotional experiences than actively maintaining a cheerful atmosphere. If they don't feel positively about the people around them, they may choose to disengage rather than participate in a setting created those they dislike, which others might perceive as judgmental and disruptive to the mood. ESIs can struggle to engage in environments that feel openly hostile and unfriendly, often driven to uphold minimum standards of kindness and decency, particularly when around people they care about. However, they may also choose to sacrifice a friendly atmosphere by calling out those they find objectionable. Generally, ESIs' moral integrity and conscience play a significant role in their decision-making. While they are usually mindful of how others react to their actions, this concern is often only really a factor when their personal relationships are involved.
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Introverted Sensing (Si):
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ESIs might not prioritize optimizing their sensory experiences, personal comfort, or overall well-being. While they can be attentive to these aspects, especially in areas like cooking or considering others' sensory enjoyment, they usually focus on them only when there are no more urgent matters at hand. Generally, instead of indulging themselves or others, they lean towards a mindset of self-improvement, discipline, and taking on challenges. ESIs often feel inclined to offer guidance on dressing well, making a good impression, or addressing health-related issues for others.​
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