Or at least I am according to my Humanmetrics exam. This personality test is based on the works of noted psychiatrist Carl Jung- who was the founder of analytical thinking! Based on his theories the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator has become one of the most popular psychometric devices. This psychometric questionnaire was designed to measure psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make discussions. The test was primarily based and extrapolated from Carl Jung's typological theories. I've looked at Jung a decent amount in my studies and I remember especially like his methods. We did a whole unit on his dream analysis theories and those were some of the best months for my creative writing side projects. Anyway, You can take the test here! DO it!
I took the test and was classified as ENFP ( Extraverted iNtuitive Feeling Perceiving) which is also know as An Idealist Champion. Apparently I am very rare, only compromising 3-4% of the population. See mom, I always knew I was special! I am joining some distinguished peers in this classification: Mark Twain, Bill Cosby, Oprah Winfrey, Betty Friedan, Martin Short, Meg Ryan, Robin Williams, Sandra Bullock, Robert Downey Jr., Will Smith, and Regis Philbin. Cooool.
While reading through the characteristics of the Champion ( yep, still love saying that) found one particular passage especially poignant: "ENFPs have what some call a "silly switch." They can be intellectual, serious, all business for a while, but whenever they get the chance, they flip that switch and become CAPTAIN WILDCHILD, the scourge of the swimming pool, ticklers par excellence. Sometimes they may even appear intoxicated when the "switch" is flipped." HAHA so true!!
Keep reading or you'll have bad luck for 7 years!!
The jobs that they listed were pretty on point:
" ENFPs like to tell funny stories, especially about their friends. This penchant may be why many are attracted to journalism."
Some of my job suggestions were:
- Journalist/Reporter
- Fashion Merchandising
- Education
- Public Relations Specialist
- Marketing
- Counselor
- Social Work
- Acting and Performances
- Film Producer
All things I've considered as the potential"Dream Job"!
So here's my analysis. Check it out and then go get your own!
(perhaps this explain my choice to start blogging....)
"Like the other Idealists, Champions are rather rare, say three or four percent of the population, but even more than the others they consider intense emotional experiences as being vital to a full life. Champions have a wide range and variety of emotions, and a great passion for novelty. They see life as an exciting drama, pregnant with possibilities for both good and evil, and they want to experience all the meaningful events and fascinating people in the world. The most outgoing of the Idealists, Champions often can't wait to tell others of their extraordinary experiences. Champions can be tireless in talking with others, like fountains that bubble and splash, spilling over their own words to get it all out. And usually this is not simple storytelling; Champions often speak (or write) in the hope of revealing some truth about human experience, or of motivating others with their powerful convictions. Their strong drive to speak out on issues and events, along with their boundless enthusiasm and natural talent with language, makes them the most vivacious and inspiring of all the types.
Fiercely individualistic: Champions strive toward a kind of personal authenticity, and this intention always to be themselves is usually quite attractive to others. At the same time, Champions have outstanding intuitive powers and can tell what is going on inside of others, reading hidden emotions and giving special significance to words or actions. In fact, Champions are constantly scanning the social environment, and no intriguing character or silent motive is likely to escape their attention. Far more than the other Idealists, Champions are keen and probing observers of the people around them, and are capable of intense concentration on another individual. Their attention is rarely passive or casual. On the contrary, Champions tend to be extra sensitive and alert, always ready for emergencies, always on the lookout for what's possible.
Social/Personal Relationships: ENFPs have a great deal of zany charm, which can ingratiate them to the more stodgy types in spite of their unconventionality. They are outgoing, fun, and genuinely like people. As relationship partners they are warm, affectionate (lots of PDA), and disconcertingly spontaneous. However, attention span in relationships can be short; ENFPs are easily intrigued and distracted by new friends and acquaintances, forgetting about the older ones for long stretches at a time. Their natural inclination is toward relationships, especially among people or living things. Friends are what life is about to ENFPs, more even than the other NFs. They hold up their end of the relationship, sometimes being victimized by less caring individuals. ENFPs are energized by being around people. Some have real difficulty being alone , especially on a regular basis.
Work Environment: ENFPs are pleasant, easygoing, and usually fun to work with. They come up with great ideas, and are a major asset in brainstorming sessions. Followthrough tends to be a problem, however; they tend to get bored quickly, especially if a newer, more interesting project comes along. They also tend to be procrastinators, both about meeting hard deadlines and about performing any small, uninteresting tasks that they've been assigned. ENFPs are at their most useful when working in a group with a J or two to take up the slack. Auxiliary feeling is nonverbally implied more often than it is openly expressed. When expressed, this logic has an aura of romance and purity that may seem out of place in this flawed, imperfect world. In its own defense, feeling judgement frequently and fleetly gives way to humor.
Champions are good with people and usually have a wide range of personal relationships. They are warm and full of energy with their friends. They are likable and at ease with colleagues, and handle their employees or students with great skill. They are good in public and on the telephone, and are so spontaneous and dramatic that others love to be in their company. Champions are positive, exuberant people, and often their confidence in the goodness of life and of human nature makes good things happen."
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