I took this personality quiz recommended by a cousin-in-law and really liked how it described me. I often feel as though I am contradicting my own self in the way I act and in what I say. I am such an odd mixture of things that my entire being is a complicated. Anyway, this quiz described me almost to a T (especially the personal space part, which refers to personal life NOT actual contact) because it contradicts itself several times. So if you want to understand the crazy that goes on in my mind everyday go ahead and read on. Sorry it is quite long.
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People with the ISTP personality type possess many interesting traits
that can easily baffle outsiders. They are usually very rational and
logical, but can also surprise everybody by suddenly becoming more
spontaneous and enthusiastic. While most other types tend to be easily
recognizable and have clearly outlined traits, this is definitely not
the case with ISTPs – even people who know them well may not be able to
anticipate their reaction to something. This
stems from the unusual combination of Thinking (T) and Perceiving (P)
ISTP personality traits. People with this type lean towards mechanical,
rational projects and ideas and they can be very calm and rational for a
long time. However, their inner spontaneity does not go anywhere – it
simply stays in the background, accumulating the energy and awaiting the
right moment to release it at once. It is that release that often
surprises everyone around the ISTP, especially if they have not seen
anything like this before. People with the ISTP personality type are
likely to be very good at controlling their energy and saving it for
things they consider important.
ISTPs are relatively private individuals (after all, Introversion
is one of their personality traits), which makes it even more difficult
for other people to tell what is really going on in their minds. ISTPs
can also become unexpectedly stubborn and vocal, especially when their
principles and habits are being criticized – this kind of behaviour is
uncommon among SP types and may confuse other people even further.
People with the ISTP personality type tend to have a very good
sense of humour, which may either help defuse a tense situation or make
things even more complicated if the ISTP makes a joke that could be
interpreted as insensitive. ISTPs are not naturally emotional and they
may have difficulties recognizing the boundaries of what is allowed and
expected in emotionally charged situations – consequently, they may
unwittingly hurt people belonging to more sensitive types.
Unlike most other introverted types, ISTPs do not really care much
about personal space. This goes both ways – ISTP personalities do not
hesitate to express their interest in something that another person is
working on, and may be surprised if their reaction is less than
friendly. On the other hand, ISTPs do not mind if someone else wants to
get involved in one of their own projects – as long as that does not
threaten the ISTP’s principles and lifestyle. ISTPs should try to pay conscious attention to this particular
trait as they generally do not see anything wrong with such behaviour.
However, this can cause major problems both in the workplace and in
personal relationships – most other people are quite protective of their
personal space and act very defensively when it is violated
ISTP personalities are brilliant in areas that combine creativity,
freedom and practicality. They tend to be great engineers and
mechanics, but these strengths stem from their practical experience and
vision rather than scientific theories. ISTPs may get bored very quickly
while studying, especially if they do not really see a way to apply
that knowledge in practice. Consequently, this often leads to
difficulties in the academic environment, even though ISTPs can do quite
well in areas that require hands-on approach. ISTPs always soak in lots
of facts from the outside word (especially when they can experience
something first-hand) and this makes practical activities much easier
for them.
While many ISTPs are drawn towards engineering or related
professions, some embrace activities that other types would normally
consider stressful and dangerous. ISTPs shine in crisis situations as
they give them a chance to combine spontaneity, practicality and
excellent control of all five senses, as well as do something noble and
good. Such personality traits make ISTPs great EMTs, rescuers, athletes,
racers etc. ISTPs also relish the idea of bypassing the rules and
guidelines that they would otherwise be forced to obey – that influx of
adrenaline can keep them excited for quite a while. Some people with
this type choose to combine those risky activities with more relaxed
jobs, thus meeting the needs of all their personality traits.
Fairness and equality are two other ideas that are very important
to ISTP personalities. ISTPs would rather bend or break the rules of the
existing system rather than fail to meet their own personal standards
when it comes to these things. Consequently, you will never see an ISTP
in an environment where their personal rules are likely to be violated.
ISTP personalities are also extremely loyal to their friends, but they
may need a lot of “alone time” to recharge.
In general, ISTPs tend to be very optimistic, generous and
confident in their abilities – as long as they are not pushed into a
corner, burdened with rules and guidelines, or asked to commit to
something they are not yet ready for. Unique and mysterious traits of
this personality type may never cease to amaze people close to them, but
it is also possible that ISTPs themselves will be surprised by them
every once in a while.
And if you want to take the quiz for yourself, here is the link: 16 Personalities
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"I see your point a little, Lydia And I AM a parenting expert PhD and all. It is what I do for a living. But I also see the point foe the author more. Yes, we do need to let/teach our kids to problem solve for themselves. But our kids also need to feel like we are there to help when things get too big for them. And things do get too big for them to handle sometimes.
I think it takes a village and kids need to know that they are accountable and people are watching their behavior. My daughter was being bullied in kindergarten and even got a bloody nose from the girl. I taught her a plethora of strategies to employ. Some worked and some did not. And some were just too hard for her to enact in the moment (she was 5). So, one day I went to have lunch with hr at school. I looked the little bully right in the eye and asked “is everyone being nice to everyone on the playground?” She could not meet my gaze. I said, I sure hope so. Guess what. That did it. We have spent 2 years teaching our sweet, pure-hearted and trusting daughter how to handle bullies but sometimes the bullies are tougher, meaner and more manipulative and our kids will feel abandoned if we don’t then step in. SO it is a balance of not rescuing them constantly. One author says we rescue our kids as though they are drowning in ankle deep water. That is a mistake for sure. But we need to throw them a lifeline when they are in over their heads." -Kim