ISTPs are an interesting study in contrasts: they are naturally quiet and analytic, often drawn to the field of engineering or trying to figure out how boxes work. But they are also explorers who can easily become bored with a single routine. ISTPs are often closet daredevils drawn to racing, bungee jumping, or jumping off of high countertops. They are “live and let live” types who are not particularly concerned with rules or regulations and would prefer that others not concern themselves with their behavior either. Some have even remarked that “don’t tread on me” is the perfect ISTP motto.
Quite accurate, if I do say so myself.
IP: Logged
08:35 PM
PFF
System Bot
craigsfiero2007 Member
Posts: 3979 From: Livermore, ME Registered: Aug 2007
i've been doing the meyers-briggs since i was 20. an interesting feature is that the traits layer in and develop over time. you are pretty much introvert or extrovert from birth, but judging/perceiving develops in your 30s and 40s. i used to be INTJ(octopus), but last time i took it (~15 yrs ago) i was shifting toward INTP(owl). it seems i'm becoming less judgemental.
[This message has been edited by lurker (edited 11-15-2013).]
IP: Logged
09:24 PM
williegoat Member
Posts: 20783 From: Glendale, AZ Registered: Mar 2009
i've been doing the meyers-briggs since i was 20. an interesting feature is that the traits layer in and develop over time. you are pretty much introvert or extrovert from birth, but judging/perceiving develops in your 30s and 40s. i used to be INTJ, but last time i took it (~15 yrs ago) i was shifting toward INTP. it seems i'm becoming less judgemental.
I'm 30 and I've been taking abbreviated Meyers-Briggs tests(I've never taken the full test, ridiculously boring IMO) about every 2-3 years since I was about 15 and I've always floated between ISTP(cat) and ISFP(sloth).
quote
Peaceful and easygoing, ISFPs take things at their own pace and live moment to moment. They are considerate, pleasant, caring, and mellow. Their values are important to them, but they are not ones who particularly care about defending or debating their views publicly. Don’t call them lazy — maybe they are just more relaxed than the rest of us.
I've also fit the description of the ESFP(otter), but I've never had an ESFP test result.
quote
ESFPs live in the moment and want to experience life at 100 mph. They are incredibly playful, generous, and optimistic. They love being social and having new experiences. Classroom learning is not their strong suit even though they are intelligent and creative — they would prefer to simply “go with the flow” and have a great time.
IP: Logged
09:39 PM
Patrick Member
Posts: 38763 From: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Registered: Apr 99
Great thread! My girlfriend sent this to me last week: Found out I was a "parrot"
quote
The Parrot - ENTPs prize intelligence and competence over all other things (both in themselves and in others). They are often described as witty, clever, cerebral, and resourceful. They are verbally inclined and they often have a perverse sense of humor. ENTPs like to analyze every side of an issue and are creative thinkers and workers. They sometimes chatter.
INTPs are analytical and thoughtful individuals who prefer to work alone and who are often ill at ease in social situations. They are impatient with hierarchies and politics and would prefer that leaders prove their worth with merit, rather than with charisma and influence. Although they are not particularly social, they do have razor sharp wit (and claws), and are often surprised to learn that people do enjoy their company.
I have yet to figure out why anyone likes me.
Steve
------------------ Technology is great when it works, and one big pain in the ass when it doesn't
Detroit iron rules all the rest are just toys.
[This message has been edited by 84fiero123 (edited 11-16-2013).]
IP: Logged
07:32 PM
MidEngineManiac Member
Posts: 29566 From: Some unacceptable view Registered: Feb 2007
Just,uh...Steve, buddy....when slimey saleas people, and balet dancers in main, have a son who who turns out to be a hipster......go to court and fight for him to stay with is dad in Maine.......I dont kow how you guys do it in the USA, but around here a lieral arts and masters in balet dancing makes ya qualified to work on 660 volts... He will learn....or be dead....I really dont much care which.
IP: Logged
07:46 PM
Nov 17th, 2013
AusFiero Member
Posts: 11513 From: Dapto NSW Australia Registered: Feb 2001
