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in Function Analysis, Personality Theory 101

I’ve called this a beginner’s guide to the perceiving functions, but maybe “crash course” is more accurate. Here at Practical Typing, we enjoy deep dives into cognitive function theory. We have many articles discussing the finer details of the individual cognitive functions. However, it’s valuable to have articles that paint the big picture, so to […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types, Paid Requests

Jemma Simmons from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is often identified as either an ISTJ or an ISFJ. I saw arguments for both. I actually almost landed on one of those myself, starting with ISFJ and then ISTJ. However, as the show went on, I started seeing ESTJ as the most plausible theory for Jemma Simmons. Hopefully […]

in Typing Dilemmas

In the Myers-Briggs system, those with an “S” in their four-letter type code are sensors, while those with a “N” are intuitives. Many people think that the answer to the question “Am I an intuitive or a sensor?”  is obvious, that the differences between sensors and intuitives are obvious. However, in reality, sensing and intuition […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types, Paid Requests

Daisy Johnson from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is usually typed as an ENFP. However, while watching the show, I struggled to come up with evidence for Ne, beyond the “hacker” stereotype. So, as you can see, I ultimately landed on ESFP for Daisy Johnson. Hopefully this makes sense. Feel free to share your thoughts in the […]

in Typing Dilemmas

INTPs and INFPs share a lot in common, so it’s no surprise that these two personality types are often confused for one another. However, from a cognitive function standpoint, there is a significant difference that separates INTPs from INFPs: namely their dominant and inferior functions. Of course, it’s important to understand that neither personality is […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types, Paid Requests

Melinda May is typically typed as an ISTP, so this one should come as no surprise. For the record, I did legitimately consider the IXTJs (INTJ and ISTJ) and even ISFP briefly, but ultimately saw a better case for May being an ISTP. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. If you’re interested […]

in Function Analysis

Stress is something every individual experiences to some degree. Some people live extremely stressful lives, while others experience a calmer existence. Of course, no matter the amount, everyone forms certain coping mechanisms, or ways to deal with stress. However, sometimes the weight of stress can become so extreme that the standard coping mechanisms fail, causing […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types, Paid Requests

Phil Coulson from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is usually identified as some kind of FJ. Surprisingly, I saw theories for all four: ESFJ, ISFJ, INFJ, and ENFJ. After studying the character, I believe the case is strongest for Coulson being an ENFJ. I strongly considered INFJ for Coulson as well, but I think ENFJ makes more […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a vast, ever-expanding universe containing endless characters with identifiable Myers-Briggs personality types (colloquially known as MBTI). I’ve been in the mood to type some of the major characters that we’re missing from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so here’s Peter Quill, also known as Star Lord, as an ESFP. Peter Quill […]

in Personality Theory 101

Analyzing the personality types of fictional characters poses a slightly different challenge than analyzing real people. I’ve seen some people proclaim that it’s much easier to identify the personality types of fictional characters, because real people are so complex. Unfortunately, that statement is usually made by people who overly rely on stereotypes and tropes to […]