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Introduction to Cognitive Functions (Socionics)

Function #1 – leading, program, primary, base, or dominant function. This is the strongest conscious function, and the most utilized function of the psyche. A person’s outlook and role in life is largely determined by the nature of this function. One is generally very confident in the use of this function, and may defend it when challenged. According to Bukalov, this is a 4D function.

Function #2 – creative or secondary function, is second in influence only to the dominant function. It assists the dominant function in achieving its essence. One is generally less confident with the use of this function than with his dominant function. As a result, the creative function is sometimes less instrumental when a person is challenged or threatened, or when dealing with new and complex tasks and data. This function is 3D or time invariant, because it produces something new which may never exist before.

Function #3 – role function, is a weak but conscious function. One generally tries to be at least adequate in areas where use of the role function is necessary. Moreover, one generally uses it in situations of social adaptation (e.g. introducing themselves to an unknown person). However, generally one has very little control or confidence over the role function, and criticism is painfully acknowledged with respect to it. Tactful assistance is required from someone else’s strong function to overcome the problems associated with the role function. This function is 2D or situation invariant, because it cannot adapt to the unusual situation beyond social norms.

Function #4 – the vulnerable function, or place of least resistance, is a weak and conscious function, in addition to being the weakest function of the psyche. One painfully perceives his complete inability to use this function, and reacts negatively to its imposition upon him. Tactful assistance is required from someone else’s strong function (preferably the Function 8) to overcome the problems associated with this function. This function is 1D (i.e. only personal experience is collected here, and it cannot be adapted even to the social norms.)

Function #5 – suggestive function, is a weak and unconscious function which is largely lacked.

One requires assistance from somebody confident in this function in order to overcome the difficulties it presents. When left to ones own devices, the suggestive function goes unnoticed. This function is 1D too, and one must be careful not to become subject of manipulation because of misuse of this function. Discussing aspects of this function makes person happy and trustful. (That’s why it’s called suggestive.)

Function #6 – mobilizing function. This is a weak and unconscious function which one often understands poorly.

Nonetheless, this function has a strong influence over one’s actions. Individuals requires assistance from someone who uses it confidently in order to understand it. Often an individual is only aware that they are totally unaware of how to use this function. At the same time, it’s a 2D function, so it’s capable of collecting a number of easy receipts for daily needs. Being successful in aspects of this function makes one happy and motivated. (That’s why it’s called mobilizing.)

Function #7 – observant, or ignoring, or restricting function, the function of personal knowledge.

This is a strong (3D) but unconscious function. One generally has a good grasp of this function, but attempts to limit its use considerably. Individuals will disregard this function when an argument calls for restraint or when it will be difficult to indulge in its essence. At the same time one uses this function to restrict somebody’s intervention to their privacy or territory, or other unsolicited interaction.

Function #8 – demonstrative or background function.

This function is so deeply rooted into the psyche that one is usually not consciously aware of its existence or utilization. It is as strong as the leading function (4D) and it tends to act silently to protect the weakest point of the dual person (see below). It can sound in situations of extreme irritation when the restricting function fails to break the unsolicited influence.

STRONG AND WEAK

Depending on our type, certain kinds of information metabolism will be strong or weak, meaning we find it easy or difficult to act on that kind of information effectively.Bukalov introduced the idea of Strength/Weakness being divided into four levels, known as Dimensionality which varies from One-Dimensionality (Experience) to having all Four Dimensions (Experience, Normativity, Situation and Time):

One-Dimensionality (1D) – Very Weak. These IM Elements can only be metabolised at the most basic and rudimentary level, meaning we are only open to our own Experience of that information and will thus come across as inept and indecent when using it ourselves

Two-Dimensionality (2D) – Weak. We have to work at these IM Elements to achieve adequacy in them. Usually their use will be tiring to maintain. We are exposed to the Normativity of this sort of information and thus are able to conform to basic standards and expectations but as a result will be rather conservative and stiff in its use.

Three-Dimensionality (3D) – Strong. We can easily and readily metabolise these IM Elements, acting on them as and when we wish. An experience of Situation allows us to make judgement calls on this sort of information, knowing when it is best to adhere to basic standards and when to be more creative.

Four-Dimensionality (4D) – Very Strong. These kinds of information are so prevalent in us that they strongly dictate how we move and communicate in the world. Such information carries its own sense of development over Time with decisions being made as numerous, specific instances on a global scale in the greater interest of that IM Element. People can easily be recognised by the IM Elements assigned to these strongest functions.

VALUED & SUBDUED

Depending on our type, certain kinds of information metabolism will be valued or subdued (not valued), meaning we will appreciate those kinds of information in our surroundings or reject/avoid them. By combining the Strong/Weak and Valued/Subdued dichotomies, we form the four blocks which the eight functions can be separated into:

Ego – Mental, Strong and Valued. The most apparent part of our personality. IM Elements in the Ego Block are those which we actively bring to the world, conducting ourselves and affecting our surroundings according to them.

Super Ego – Mental, Weak and Subdued. The painful expectations of society on us. IM Elements in the Super-Ego Block are those which we are expected by others to use but which we have no wish for and no ability to deliver. As a result, these kinds of information are a constant source of neurosis.

Super Id – Vital, Weak and Valued. The unconscious needs we find help with from others. IM Elements in the Super-Id Block are those which we are generally blind to but which we find ourselves being drawn to when supplied by others. We enjoy these kinds of information and find ourselves appreciating people who readily provide them.

Id – Vital, Strong and Subdued. The rejected approaches. We look down upon IM Elements in the Id Block as the alternative but incorrect ways of doing what we accomplish in our Ego. Instead of pursuing these kinds of information, we unconsciously carry them out as side effects of our natural motives, fulfilling the need with proficiency but without appreciation.

INFORMATION METABOLISM (IM)

These are theoretical constructs that convert (metabolise) certain kinds of information into behaviour. Each is geared towards a certain kind of information which is then acted upon via the process of Information Metabolism.

Ne (Extroverted Intuition) - Intuition of Ideas : Considers the essence of objects and the multiple possibilities contained within. This instils an attitude of opportunity-seeking, pursuing freedom of choice and maximising the possibilities as well as tolerance of multiple, alternative viewpoints.

Ni (Introverted Intuition) – Intuition of Time: Focuses on the likely flow of causes and effects from the past through to the future. This instils an attitude of foresight and prediction, attempting to conceive of how events will develop over the long term and adapting oneself to benefit from these predictions.

Se (Extroverted Sensation) – Sensation of Force. Scans the environment for items of desire and motivates assertive action towards claiming those items. This instils an attitude of lust and combat, pursuing one’s ambitions in the real world and conquering threats to gain more territory.

Si (Introverted Sensation) – Sensation of Senses. Refines sensory experiences down to those that are most enjoyable, seeking to increase pleasure in the moment. This instils an attitude of aesthetic and comfort, adjusting oneself to the environment and making small changes to the environment so that it is most pleasing to the senses.

Te (Extroverted Thinking) – Logic of Procedures. Actively develops methods by which processes work more productively. This instils an attitude of efficiency, readily absorbing relevant information and using that information to make the environment work better and instructing others on how to do things that lead to profitable effects.

Ti (Introverted Thinking) – Logic of Laws. Orders and structures the environment according to rules and principles, creating classificatory systems wherein objects are granted logical meaning. This instils an attitude of consistency and principle, adhering to one’s principles and avoiding situations where these rules might be compromised.

Fe (Extroverted Feelings) – Ethics of Emotions. Actively expresses emotions in order to affect the mood of the people in the area, instilling enthusiasm to create group cohesion. This instils an attitude of dramatic expression and group motivation, readily making people feel the way they should be feeling.

Fi (Introverted Feelings) – Ethics of Relations. Consults one’s personal sentiments in relation to external stimuli, ascertaining whether the thing is ‘good’ or ‘bad’ and being able to pick up on similar sentiments in others to form meaningful relationships. This instils an attitude of sincerity, requiring one to act true to one’s personal feelings on matters.

Summarised from: Source 1 , Source 2, Source 3

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Cognitive Functions as Earth Science

Extraverted Intuition (Ne) - Volcano

Explosive, fiery, unpredictable, and could destroy everything you’ve ever known.

Introverted Intuition (Ni) - The weather

Acts as a “sign” and can be predicted weeks in advance (how??!).

Extraverted Sensing (Se) - Aurora Borealis

OOOo look at all the colors

Introverted Sensing (Si) - The Crust

Grounding us in layers, and layers, and layers of reality.

Extraverted Thinking (Te) - The Polar Ice Caps

Majestic simplicity that’s cold, hard, and unforgiving.

Introverted Thinking (Ti )- Tectonic Plates

I think this puzzle only makes sense to you, earth.

Extraverted Feeling (Fe) - The Atmosphere

Does extraordinary good for others, yet taken advantage of by others (*cough* global warming *cough*)

Introverted Feeling (Fi) - The Core

It’s as deep as your FEELINGS.

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This is fantastic.

How to carry gr8 conversations with ENTPs

*Disclaimer- each ENTP you will meet will have different personalities. Although most of these guides will be helpful when communicating with ENTPs, there will always be a few ouliers and jerks who just refuse to work by these guidelines

Step 1: Come into the conversation prepared

ENTPs lead with an extroverted function, but are unusually introverted for an Exxx. As much as we may enjoy talking, sometimes it takes more energy than what we have. By having a clear goal in mind of what you want to communicate before starting the conversation, you help diminish the awkward, soul-draining small talk. It helps give your ENTP something to focus on, and who knows, maybe that topic will branch into another, getting a natural conversation starting without much energy drawing from either one of you

DO NOT: Beat around the bush or attempt to be politically correct.

Unless you’re trying to tease them, be upfront with what you want to talk about right away. Talking in circles and avoiding the point, or generally wasting time instead of finding a straight way to say something is VERY annoying, and may not be taken well. ENTPs may lose interest in the conversation, or react in a negative manner

Step 2: Take the Sarcasm

Because it’ll come. If you’re a person who dislikes those who tend to use facetious language, then make that clear to them. There’s a chance they’ll still be sarcastic little hecks, but at least they won’t be so judgemental and look down on you for not getting/rejecting it

DO NOT: Psychoanalyze their sarcasm, or berate them for being sarcastic

Sarcasm is the natural language on an ENTP, not a freudian slip. You seriously don’t have to read so deeply into the message behind their sarcasm, if you try, you most definitely will either frustrate, or alienate your ENTP, who was just trying to make a joke

Step 3: Listen to them talk

Going back to the first step, ENTPs are kind of introverted, and sometime may let you be the guide of the conversation rather than lead themselves. However, when the time comes for them to interject with an idea or a joke, give them the space to do so. A lot of times this might be very poor in timing, sometimes even rude to you (especially if you’re in the middle of trying to tell them something) but that’s just their Ne reacting to something you said, and now they’re dying to share.

DO NOT: Try to talk over them to continue your story

Either listen to what they have to say, or ask them to wait. Talking over other people is rude, period.

Step 4: Expect an ENTP

ENTPs are fun, logical, and generally charming people. They love listening to new ideas and letting their Ne roam free, and if you can offer a conversation that does that, then they will love you. So expect that from them! Expect them to come up with ideas and solutions when you come to them with personal problems, expect them to sometimes be bad at responding to texts and emails, because they just didn’t have the energy to reply, expect them to argue with you sometimes and try to point out flaws in your reasonings! Every type is imperfect, because people are imperfect, so expect that while we may not be your dream friend material, we certainly have our quirks that make us nice to hang around

#ENTP #Ne #Socionics #Alpha #Alpha Quadra #ILE

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The Type Of Person You Will Go For According To Your SOCIONICS Personality Type

Original article by April Lee found courtesy of @lucido-insomnium. Check out his blog, he's smart SOCIONICS translation of: The Type Of Person You Will Go For According To Your Myers-Brigg Personality Type Article by: April Lee Order of compatibility by relationship type: Left ===> Right [alpha] ENTP Who you usually go for: The innocent one. The nice one whose limits have yet to be tested, and whose ugly side has yet to be revealed. You go for the patient ones, only to see how long you can tap-dance on their last nerve. You just like seeing good things burn, don’t you? (Haha, kidding. Not really.) Who you should go for: The one who can’t be pushed. The one who is unaffected by your roguish charm, and who shows you who they really are on their own terms. Someone who doesn’t see in black or white, but in shades of grey. Someone who doesn’t label people as good or bad, but rather, that we can always be better. -Dual: ISFP --Activity: ESFJ --------Mirror: INTJ --------Supervisor: INFJ --------Supervisee: ISTJ -----------Benefactor: ESTJ -------Social Request: ENFJ ----------------Semi-Dual: ISTP -------------Comparative: ENFP ISFP Who you usually go for: No one. You don’t go for anyone. Not because you’re extremely lazy and laid-back (which you are), but because you genuinely aren’t interested. And even if you are, you’ll let these alien feelings simmer down until they eventually go away, so you can revert to your care-free self. Who you should go for: The one who penetrates your little bubble. Someone who understands where your mind is at when it’s not with them, and won’t get mad at you for being “uninvolved” or “passive”. -Dual: ENTP ---Activity: INTJ --------Mirror: ESFJ --------Supervisor: ESTJ --------Supervisee: ENFJ -------------Benefactor: INFJ ----------Social Request: ISTJ ------------------Semi-Dual: ENFP -----------------Comparative: ISTP INTJ Who you usually go for: The one who argues with you. Or does anything else that engages both your intellect and emotion at the same time. You enjoy analysing every tiny detail about people’s behaviour and what makes them tick. So surprise, surprise, you’re attracted to the one that you can’t figure out. The one whose behaviour you can’t quite analyse. Who you should go for: The one who seduces you. The one who is able to make you throw logic out the window, and just go with what you’re feeling. Someone who shows you that things don’t always have to “make sense” for them to make you happy. -Dual: ESFJ ---Activity: ISFP --------Mirror: ENTP --------Supervisor: ESTP --------Supervisee: ENFP -------------Benefactor: INFP ----------Social Request: ISTP ------------------Semi-Dual: ENFJ -----------------Comparative: ISTJ ESFJ Who you usually go for: The Don/Damsel in Distress type who makes you feel like the Knight in Shining Armour. The one who depends on you and makes you feel needed. You’re a sucker for the line “What would I do without you?” Whether it’s from the one who cries to you regularly over the phone, or the one who literally relies on you as their main source of income. Either way, you’re a crutch, and you have no qualms being one. Who you should go for: The independent one. The one who does perfectly fine without your little showers of affection, but still appreciates and accepts them anyway because they know it’s your way of saying “I care about you.” Someone who reminds you constantly of your worth to them, even when you feel like you’re not doing anything at all. -Dual: INTJ --Activity: ENTP --------Mirror: ISFP --------Supervisor: INFP --------Supervisee: ISTP -----------Benefactor: ESTP -------Social Request: ENFP ----------------Semi-Dual: ISTJ -------------Comparative: ENFJ [beta] ESTP Who you usually go for: The naive one. Or anyone that gives you the pleasure of responding to your impulsive cries for attention. Typically, you go for the one who looks at you like you’re a superstar. Because they fall for all your attempts at showing off, and that makes you feel good for about five seconds. Who you should go for: The smart one who calls you out on all your bullshit. Someone who bothers to ask why you do the things you do and encourages you to think before you act. Someone who digs deeper, until they reach the ugly stuff that you hide behind all the shiny stuff. And still stays. -Dual: INFP --Activity: ENFJ --------Mirror: ISTJ --------Supervisor: ISFJ --------Supervisee: INTJ -----------Benefactor: ENTJ -------Social Request: ESFJ ----------------Semi-Dual: INTP -------------Comparative: ESFP INFP Who you usually go for: The Prince Charming/Cinderella type. The all-rounded, seemingly perfect one (that you actually barely know). But the minute details that you do know about them, you’ve managed to spin into an entire fairytale in your mind. This fairytale typically lives as long as you don’t try to actually pursue them. Who you should go for: The one that challenges you and/or your views on the world. The one that will meet you halfway, bettering themselves for you if you will learn to be more accepting of their flaws. Someone that will show you that real life is never ever like a fairytale, BUT it can still be amazing. -Dual: ESTP ---Activity: ISTJ --------Mirror: ENFJK --------Supervisor: ENTJ --------Supervisee: ESFJ -------------Benefactor: ISFJ ----------Social Request: INTJ ------------------Semi-Dual: ESFP -----------------Comparative: INTP ISTJ Who you usually go for: The ‘It’ Girl/Guy type. Usually within your circle of friends, because you’re afraid to be seen with anyone else that isn’t considered socially acceptable. The one that majority of your peers agree is smoking hot, and their jealous approval makes you feel like you’ve achieved something. Who you should go for: The one who sees past your reputation. The one who, by some miracle or moment off-guard, you’ve revealed yourself to. Someone who knows you’re actually a real softie, and are a lot more clueless than you’re leading on. Someone who doesn’t believe in the status quo and in turn, liberates you from it too. -Dual: ENFJ ---Activity: INFP --------Mirror: ESTP --------Supervisor: ENTP --------Supervisee: ESFP -------------Benefactor: ISFP ----------Social Request: INTP ------------------Semi-Dual: ESFJ -----------------Comparative: INTJ ENFJ Who you usually go for: The one who gives you half as much as you give them. The one who you really really really like, but doesn’t necessarily like you as much back. You believe in hard work when it comes to relationships, and you’re determined to prove that you’re faithful and trustworthy. This only works for as long as it takes for you to figure out that the reason the relationship seems to be at a plateau is because: your effort alone cannot keep the ship sailing. Who you should go for: The one who tries. Someone who acknowledges that passion is important, but understands that effort is what truly keeps people together. Someone who initiates as often as you do, and is willing to share every part of their life with you. -Dual: ISTJ --Activity: ESTP --------Mirror: INFP --------Supervisor: ISFP --------Supervisee: INTP -----------Benefactor: ENTP -------Social Request: ESFP ----------------Semi-Dual: INTJ -------------Comparative: ESFJ [gamma] ESFP Who you usually go for: Anyone and everyone that catches your eye. You leave no crevice unexplored. You’re quick to pick up on immediate attraction and interest, and even quicker to act on it. But this also means: you’re quick to drop it once the initial attraction fades. You’re also not a stranger to juggling more than one date at a time. Who you should go for: The one who waits. The one who can patter out your hastiness and impulsiveness, and stick around long enough for you to actually get to know them properly. Someone who will make you see that stability doesn’t necessarily have to mean boredom, and that you don’t have to compromise on your happiness to be able to commit. -Dual: INTP --Activity: ENTJ --------Mirror: ISFP --------Supervisor: ISTJ --------Supervisee: INFJ -----------Benefactor: ENFJ -------Social Request: ESTJ ----------------Semi-Dual: INFP -------------Comparative: ESTP INTP Who you usually go for: You don’t. They go for you. The persistent one who will follow you around until you finally give in. And if you’re being honest, your relationship is almost 100% them. Who you should go for: The one that actually makes you want to do something. The one that makes you decide that they are worth the effort and time and money. Someone that makes you get off your couch, or walk across the room to check your phone. Someone that makes you feel something substantial. -Dual: ESFP ---Activity: ISFJ --------Mirror: ENTJ --------Supervisor: ENFJ --------Supervisee: ESTJ -------------Benefactor: ISTJ ----------Social Request: INFJ ------------------Semi-Dual: ESTP -----------------Comparative: INFP ISFJ Who you usually go for: The non-committer. You go for the one who is just wrapping their head around the idea of bringing you over for Christmas dinner when you’re already thinking of baby names. Why? I don’t know. Maybe you just like feeling ten steps ahead emotionally in every relationship. Or maybe you care so much that it makes up for how little they care in return. Who you should go for: The one who balances you out. The one who doesn’t make you feel like they need to catch up, but rather, that you should slow down. Someone who is not in a rush to fall in love, but will be beside you – not behind you – every step of the way. -Dual: ENTJ ---Activity: INTP --------Mirror: ESFJ --------Supervisor: ENFP --------Supervisee: ESTP -------------Benefactor: ISTP ----------Social Request: INFP ------------------Semi-Dual: ESTJ -----------------Comparative: INFJ ENTJ Who you usually go for: The over-achieving, put-together one. You get turned on by long-term goal setting and planning ahead. And you’re attracted to capability, intelligence and ambition. But most of all, you’re attracted to assertiveness. After all, you’re going to need someone who can keep up with yourself, no? Who you should go for: The secretly witty one. The humble, yet still confident one whom you overlook and underestimate at first, until they challenge one of your theories with an equally impressive theory of their own. Or better yet, they actually prove you wrong, and leave you with all the holes in your argument that you believed was foolproof. Someone who knocks your ego down a notch, but in a way that only makes you admire them more. -Dual: ISFJ --Activity: ESFP --------Mirror: INTP --------Supervisor: ISTP --------Supervisee: INFP -----------Benefactor: ENFP -------Social Request: ESTP ----------------Semi-Dual: INFJ -------------Comparative: ESTJ [delta] ENFP Who you usually go for: The mysterious one. Or the risky one. Or the one already in a relationship. Basically, you go for the unavailable one that seems only the slightest bit interested in you, but you know in the back of your mind that it’s never going to happen. But all the more enthralling, because you love the chase anyway and you’re dead set on changing their mind. Whether or not you’ll still be into them once you get them, is another mystery altogether. Who you should go for: The laid-back one who goes with the flow, but refuses to fall victim to your game. The one who doesn’t wait around until you decide what you want, but shows you what you want instead. Someone who escapes predictability, but still provides you with reassurance. -Dual: ISTP --Activity: ESTJ --------Mirror: INFJ --------Supervisor: INTJ --------Supervisee: ISFJ -----------Benefactor: ESFJ -------Social Request: ENTJ ----------------Semi-Dual: ISFP -------------Comparative: ENTP ISTP Who you usually go for: The one that looks just as nonchalant as you are. You’ll establish from the start that you don’t want anything serious, or heavy. So someone that has the same intentions is ideal. Until they get too clingy and start demanding more of you, at which point, you will make a run for it. Because unlike them, you actually mean it when you say “no strings attached”. Who you should go for: The honest one. The one who is upfront at every point about their intentions and feelings for you, regardless of whether they will scare you away. Someone who gives you equal amounts of affection and personal space, and knows you well enough to know exactly when you need which. -Dual: ENFP ---Activity: INFJ --------Mirror: ESTJ --------Supervisor: ESFJ --------Supervisee: ENTJ -------------Benefactor: INTJ ----------Social Request: ISFJ ------------------Semi-Dual: ENTP -----------------Comparative: ISFP INFJ Who you usually go for: No one, because everyone is going to hurt you. Even the ones you’re only mildly attached to, especially the ones you really really like. Once in a blue moon, you’ll meet someone who seems to have the potential to never screw you over. And you’ll put them on a pedestal until, eventually, they’ll let you down too. Who you should go for: The best friend. The one who has proven their trustworthiness by being there for you through everything. The one who will let you down unintentionally, every now and again, but stays by your side to stitch up the wounds. Someone who will finally make you believe in the whole “everyone is going to hurt you, you just have to find the ones worth suffering for” bullshit that you were struggling to accept before. -Dual: ESTJ ---Activity: ISTP --------Mirror: ENFP --------Supervisor: ESFP --------Supervisee: ENTP -------------Benefactor: INFP ----------Social Request: ISFP ------------------Semi-Dual: ENTJ -----------------Comparative: ISFJ ESTJ Who you usually go for: The docile one. The one who doesn’t mind having you make all their decisions for them. You prefer your “arguments” to be one-sided and not to be talked back to when you’re clearly right. You go for the submissive one, who you know won’t ever say no. Who you should go for: The one who says no. The one who supports and reassures you, but keeps you grounded at the same time. Someone who takes their turn wearing the pants in the relationship, and lets you know when you’ve crossed the line. Someone who is 100% sure of who they are, so they won’t get lost while loving you. -Dual: INFJ --Activity: ENFP --------Mirror: ISTP --------Supervisor: INTP --------Supervisee: ISFP -----------Benefactor: ESFP -------Social Request: ENTP ----------------Semi-Dual: ISFJ -------------Comparative: ENTJ

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Cognitive Functions in a Word

Fe: Solidarity

Fi: Standards

Te: Evidence

Ti: Rationale

Se: Availability

Si: Blueprint

Ne: Alternatives

Ni: Synthesis