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in Personality Theory 101

Perhaps this seems like an odd question. I mean, everyone knows what an extravert is… right? Actually, extraversion is subject to a lot of misconceptions, because often, it’s the introverts that are writing about it. In fact, in the online world of personality theory, introversion frequently steals the spotlight, leaving extraverts the short end of […]

in Movie/TV MBTI Types

A few years back, on then Twitter, now X, I saw a character named Dr. House getting some attention within the typology community. At the time, I didn’t pay it much mind, because I’d never watched the show. However, recently, I discovered it on my streaming service, and decided to give the show a shot. […]

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 […]