Such a term as socionics has appeared a long time ago. This is not a science, but a special classification of personality types, as well as the relationships that develop between them. It was founded in the seventies of the last century by a sociologist such as Aušra Augustinavičiute. And this typology has caused many So, it’s worth talking about this concept in simple and understandable language and understanding its principles.
Definition
So, what socionics is is clear. Now we need to explain this term in more detail.
The purpose of this concept is so that each person can find out his own individual and, based on the result and the characteristics read (usually with some advice guiding him on a certain path), choose a method of self-realization.
Many critics and scientists say that socionics is an independent discipline that does not belong to psychology, but goes significantly beyond its scope. You can say it another way. Socionics is a peculiar and unique science that lies where computer science, sociology and psychology intersect.
Applying Discipline
Socionics is not only a discipline that has developed. It is also a science that has found its application in certain areas of activity. For example, in Russia, a socionic test is often used when recruiting personnel. It also happens that methods based on the principles of a given discipline are used in pedagogy. staffing and forming surgical ambulance teams - this is also where it has found its application.
Even in linguistics socionics is used. Based on its principles, a systemic typology of linguistic personality is determined. At the same time, linguosocionic types are identified and analyzed. But this is a completely different “industry”.
And, of course, politics. In this important field of activity, this concept has also already begun to be used.
Mental functions
Socionics is an unusual test. It may seem simple (although, in fact, it is), but in order to make it so, scientists conducted various experiments and studied human thinking.
Personality types are identified based on characteristics such as intuition, sensation, feeling and thinking. And they have their own definition. For example, thinking is a function that brings information and data into a specific conceptual connection. The feeling is characterized a little differently. It gives the content a certain value. This refers to the moral component. That is, a person received information (thinking), processed it and made a conclusion - it is bad or good, beautiful/ugly, mean/honest, etc. These are feelings.
Now the sensations. A synonym for the word “perception”. A person, when determining a conclusion (as discussed above), is guided precisely by sensations.
And the last thing is intuition. That function by which a person perceives something without thinking. You could say unconsciously. It just seems that way to him.
Based on these functions, or rather on how they are combined in the consciousness of a particular person and in what quantities, the socionic type is determined.
“Don Quixote”, “Dumas”, “Hugo” and “Robespierre”
These are the first four types that I would like to talk about. There are 16 of them in total.
So, “Don Quixote” (aka “The Seeker”). Those who relate to this are characterized as intuitive-logical extroverts. Excellent organizers, individuals who try to be useful, thrill-seekers who need constant excitement and are always eager for prospects.
“Dumas”, aka “Mediator”. These people are sensory-ethical introverts. Friendly, they like art and nature, they are attentive and caring, rarely refuse, love to help and do not like to stand out from the crowd. Unfortunately, these kind and sincere people are rare today. Socionics has already proven this. The relationship table shows that the ideal couple (dual) for such people is “Don Quixote,” which was described above. And indeed, in terms of characteristics, they complement each other perfectly.
“Hugo” and “Robespierre” are also “Enthusiast” and “Analyst”. Ethical-sensory extrovert and logical-intuitive introvert. They complement each other perfectly from a psychological point of view. A fiery, emotional, tireless lover of order and a rational fighter for justice with developed logic is a very colorful combination, as socionics shows. Women and men who meet in this combination are quite interesting couples.
“Hamlet”, “Maxim”, “Zhukov” and “Yesenin”
The first two types listed are “Mentor” and “Inspector”. And they are also duals. “Hamlets” are serious individuals focused on their problems. Socionics shows that these people can cope with anything if they prepare for the situation and find a solution. They clearly separate good and evil and will never commit bad things undeservedly.
“Maxim Gorky” are sober realists who never change their views. At all. In addition, they are quite secretive. For them, “mine” means exclusively “mine.” They are hardy, persistent in character, sometimes even ruthless. And emotional.
“Zhukov” and “Yesenin” are also an interesting dual pair. “Marshals” are strong-willed and purposeful people who are interested in achieving their intended goal. They do not experience fear, anxiety or other strong emotions. “Yesenin” is an ideal dual pair for him because these individuals are fighters for emotional emancipation. They sense others very subtly. Romantics who are chasing inspiration. A person of the socionic type “Yesenin” will become what the somewhat callous and serious “Zhukov” so lacked.
“Napoleon”, “Balzac”, “Jack” and “Dreiser”
This is the penultimate “four” that socionics brings to our attention. The relationship table shows that the listed types really complement each other to the fullest.
After all, “Napoleon” and “Balzac” are truly a unique couple. An active, energetic esthete and a soft-hearted intellectual. “Balzac” becomes an ideal couple for “Napoleon” because he needs a person at his side who would become his “soul mate” right away. That is, he does not want to adapt to his partner. And in this dual pair this is quite possible.
“Jack” is a true workaholic, a romantic who loves adventure, a tireless optimist and just a person who loves life. What does socionics tell us? The relationship between the “Jacks” and the “Dreisers” is excellent. Because these are polite, tactful people, modest, faithful, loving. In general, “Dreiser” “Jack” will definitely want to cheer up, show a real, eventful life. As a rule, such couples are strong.
“Stirlitz”, “Dostoevsky”, “Huxley” and “Gaben”
This is the last four of “Stirlitz” - people who know how to act logically and reasonably. They are assertive and do not tolerate any delays. Also, “Stirlitz” is an ardent opponent of cunning, meanness and dishonest play, no matter what it concerns. The “Dostoevskys”, considered an ideal socionic couple for the “Stirlitz”, are very sensitive and they never refuse and try to help everyone. And indeed, these people are capable of becoming a good couple for the “Stirlitz” - they will be able to teach them to be more emotional and softer in situations where it will not be possible to build a relationship without this.
“Huxley” are ardent enthusiasts. Emotional, active, love fun company and adventure. And everything can depend on their mood. “Gaben”, his dual, is a person restrained in emotions who will not work without any goal. He and “Huxley” really have a mutually beneficial relationship. One teaches the other to control emotions (when to be restrained and when not to do this), and the second pushes his partner to be active.
Conclusion
So, it should be noted that each type has detailed characteristics, and everything described above is only briefly and for general information. And finally, I would like to make a reservation that the listed “duals” may not necessarily result in love couples. Colleagues, comrades, friends - we mean relationships between people in general! After all, “duals” are simply certain pairs that are ideal from the point of view of psycho-sociological complement of each other.
It is known that many people who (due to certain beliefs) do not turn to the services of practicing typists are interested in the algorithm that must be followed in order to independently determine your socionic type. Among those interested in socionics, such an algorithm is usually referred to as a “typing technique” and it is no secret that at the moment there are a lot of these techniques, and, notably, different “professional” typists, using their techniques, can create different types, even conflicters and duals (not to mention the ineffectiveness of socionic tests).
In this article, I will not focus on how to understand which socionicist’s arguments are correct and whose conclusions should be followed, but I will try to outline an algorithm that must be followed by those who want to independently determine their socionic type. Naturally, in order to apply it, you must have understanding. If you are not yet familiar with us, I assure you: taking the first steps in studying it with the help of our website will not be at all difficult and all the information necessary for this is freely available.
To begin with, I recommend that you familiarize yourself with how the socionic type is determined in our center. To do this, I suggest you look at the followingvideo on our youtube channel.
In order to learn, just as in the video, to distinguish where in the answers of the person you are typing certain qualities of his socionic type are present, it is necessary that you easily understand the following theoretical points:
- What is information, what are there, information.
- What is and how the socionic type perceives, processes and assimilates information.
- What is a socionic type and with the help of which each type of information metabolism is described.
After this, you can proceed to direct typing. Let's look at our recommended algorithm and explanations for it:
In order for the typing process to be as effective as possible, it is necessary to type directly during communication with the person whose socionic type you want to find out (not to mention self-typing). This way you can ask all the important questions that affect the characteristics of perception, processing and assimilation of information by this person. Typing by quotes, statements, speeches provides too little information and does not allow you to fully test the hypotheses you put forward.
To take the first step in typing, it is necessary to determine which feature of information is voiced by the person being typed: sensory, intuition, logic or ethics. Next, you need to highlight the properties of this feature (static/dynamic or introversion/extroversion) and from this deduce what aspect of information it is. For example, information was voiced about the properties of objects (sensory), or more precisely about how objects with some properties influence objects with others (extroversion), which brings us to the aspect of black sensory.
Next, based on what the person being typed says, it is necessary to determine through which IM property he perceives, processes or assimilates information on this aspect. For example, we see that the person being typed talks a lot about the aspect of black sensory, touches on issues that were not relevant at the time of the conversation, and shows that he spends a lot of his time processing information on this aspect. This speaks of her inertia.
After determining the inert black sensory, we put a plus in favor of Reinin’s “strategy” trait (inertness of sensory and contact of intuition). In the future, to verify this sign, it is necessary to find additional evidence that white and black sensory are inert, and white and black intuition are contact. If there is enough evidence, it will be possible to say with confidence that the person being typed is a “strategist.” From the following table you can see to what types the circle of your suspicions has thus been reduced:
On the other hand, the inertia of the black sensory gives a plus in favor of types with basic, pain, activation or restrictive black sensory (all inert functions). Having determined in the responses of the person being typed other properties through which he perceives, processes or assimilates information on this aspect, it will be possible to draw a conclusion about what function it is. For example, if you determine the inertia, pattern and busyness of the black sensory system, this will suggest that the person being typed has a basic black sensory system. You can also see what properties each of the functions has from the following table:
The final step in typing is to summarize all the arguments for the various traits and functions. Ideally, it should be so that there are no contradictory arguments, for example, that a person has all the characteristics of a Balzac, but for some reason he has an inert sensory system (although there should be contact sensory). In this case, you should reconsider your ideas about sensory inertia and try to understand why you defined it. For example, it may be that you confused sensory with psychosophical physics, and inertia with its principled nature (which is typical for 1F or 3F people).
Let's look at how to build your conclusions in practice. Suppose you noticed that during your typing of a certain person, most of all you talked about the topic of relationships, interaction with people, as well as feelings and what abilities your respondent and the people around him have. Judging by which information aspects are responsible for these aspects of life, from the information received you can evaluate the provisions of ethics and sensory in the model of this person’s type. So, when it came to the sensory aspects of life,You noticed the properties of “inertia” and “acceptance”, and in particular, when it came to emergencies, the properties of “value” and “mentality” appeared. In turn, in the answers on black ethics you saw the manifestation of the properties of “cliché”, “weakness” and “value”. From the table of correspondence of the properties of functions to their position in model A, you can conclude that the person you are typing is a carrier of the basic emergency situation and activation emergency response, that is, his type is “Zhukov” (SLE). Naturally, in order not to make a mistake, it is advisable to determine as many properties as possible, going through all the information aspects, which will take more time.
I hope that now you have a better understanding of how, according to the methodology of “Imperative Socionics”socionic type is determined. If you would like to undergo training with us or find out your type, you will find more detailed information.
One of the main aspects of human existence is his self-realization in various fields of activity, among which successful adaptation and productive interaction with other people are of key importance. Since time immemorial, philosophers, and then psychologists, have tried to establish certain patterns in human behavior and attitude in order to make relationships between people more understandable and mature.
Thus, even at the dawn of psychology, the Austrian psychiatrist S. Freud formulated a theory about the structure of the psyche, and the Swiss psychiatrist K.G. Jung, relying on this knowledge and his own many years of work experience, created the first concept about psychological personality types. This teaching today has become the basis for many competent socio-psychological theories and even entire areas of modern psychotherapy.
One of these modern theories is socionics as the doctrine of the interaction between a person and the outside world, depending on the personal characteristics of a particular person, which classify him as one of 16 socionic personality types.
Socionics as a science was created in the seventies of the last century by the Lithuanian scientist Ausra Augustinaviciute on the basis of computer science, sociology and psychology. In the scientific community, socionics is rather not a science, but one of the famous personality typologies, which serves as a diagnostic method in psychological counseling.
K.G. Jung - the forefather of socionics
In the 19th century, K.G. Jung created his famous theory about personality types, the definition of which is based on ideas about attitudes and basic functions of the psyche. He identified two main personal attitudes: introversion, when a person’s interest is directed into the depths of his own inner world, and extroversion, when a person is directed to the outside world. At the same time, there is a concept about a person’s inclination towards a specific attitude, but not about its complete predominance.
Jung considered thinking, sensation, intuition and feeling to be the main functions of the psyche. Sensation means interaction with the world based on the senses, thinking and feeling help to understand these sensations at the level of comprehension and emotional experience, and intuition answers the question of the origin of these phenomena at the subconscious level.
For each person, one of these functions is dominant, and the rest complement it.
These functions have been divided into two groups:
- rational, to which thinking and feeling belong;
- irrational (sensation and intuition).
In this case, rationality implies an orientation towards the objective norms of society. Based on these aspects, Jung created a classification consisting of 8 main personality types, which in socionics expanded to 16 psychotypes.
The birth of socionics
To create a new full-fledged typology and highlight more specific personality types, A. Augustinaviciute combined Jung’s concept with the theory of information metabolism of the Polish psychiatrist A. Kempinski. This theory is based on the concept of the exchange of information between a person and the outside world in comparison with metabolism in the body, when information is food for the human psyche, therefore mental health is directly related to the quality of incoming information. Thus, socionics calls personality types types of information metabolism. The presence of dominant characteristics should not be confused with.
Socionic personality types are not a constant, “frozen” characteristic of a person; their definition reflects only the way of information exchange, without affecting the individual characteristics of a person (education, culture, experience and character), which are studied by individual psychology. Accentuation is a pointed character trait of a person, which should be paid attention to as bordering on pathology, but accentuation is not the goal of research in socionics.
Formation of names
How did socionics get its name from specific personality types? The name of the type comes from the dominant attitude (extroversion or introversion), and the two most powerful functions of the four, while the names of the functions have undergone some changes: thinking and feeling became logic and ethics, respectively, and sensation was called sensory.
Rationality and irrationality are determined by the location of functions in the names of psychotypes. If we talk about rational personality types, then the first word in the name will be logic or ethics, and for irrational personality types – sensory or intuition.
The names of the 16 types were added over time by various scientists to provide a clearer accessible description of a person. The most popular names of these types are: formulaic names based on Jung’s theory, pseudonyms of famous historical figures - bearers of the designated characteristics, pseudonyms that characterize a person’s professional predisposition.
Basic socionic types
Jung owns a classification of 8 main psychotypes, on the basis of which socionics proposed a more detailed classification consisting of 16 psychotypes.
- Logical-intuitive extrovert(LIE), "Jack London", "Entrepreneur". He is able to clearly identify his own capabilities and abilities, is easily inspired and starts new things, and is interested in dynamic sports that give extreme sensations. Feels new trends, takes risks, relying on intuition. Confidently uses new technologies in her work, deeply analyzes herself and the world around her. Tends to communicate closely with people.
- Logical-sensory extrovert(LSE), “Stirlitz”, “Administrator”. A very efficient, socially adapted type, he always feels the need to bring the work he has started to completion. Plans activities and treats surrounding things practically. Tends to show love and care for loved ones, loves noisy fun and company. He is good-natured, but harsh, can be hot-tempered and stubborn.
- Ethical-intuitive extrovert(EIE), “Hamlet”, “Mentor”. A very emotional person, prone to empathy and displaying a wide range of emotions. He has expressive facial expressions and eloquence. Able to anticipate various events and prepare for them in advance. Picks up inconsistencies in other people's words and emotions. Often unsure of a partner's love and prone to jealousy.
- Ethical-sensory extrovert(ESE), “Hugo”, “Enthusiast”. Able to influence people through emotional pressure, he gets along well with them, can cheer them up, is inclined to sacrifice his own interests for the sake of another person and show love and care for loved ones. In his work he achieves everything on his own, loves when other people emphasize his merits.
- Logical-intuitive introvert(LII), “Robespierre”, “Analyst. He knows how to distinguish the important from the secondary, does not like empty talk, and is prone to clear, practical thinking. In their work, this type likes to use unusual ideas, while demonstrating their independence. Uses intuition where he does not know the exact answers. Does not like noisy companies, finds it difficult to establish relationships with other people.
- Logical-sensory introvert(LSI), “Maxim Gorky”, “Inspector”. Loves order and rigor, delves deeply into work, analyzing information from different angles. It is distinguished by a certain pedantry. He looks at things realistically and takes on a task only if he knows for sure that he can complete it. Inspires trust, but prefers short business contacts with other people.
- Ethical-intuitive introvert(EII), “Dostoevsky”, “Humanist”. He subtly senses the nature of relationships between people, attaches great importance to trust, and does not forgive betrayal. He is able to identify the hidden abilities of others and is endowed with the talent of an educator. He is passionate about self-education, people often turn to him for advice. We are very vulnerable, it is difficult to tolerate aggression and lack of love.
- Ethical-sensory introvert(ESI), “Dreiser”, “Keeper”. Recognizes pretense and falsehood in relationships, divides people into friends and strangers, managing psychological distance. He defends his views and principles. He knows how to stand up for himself and his loved ones, and cannot tolerate the moral superiority of other people. Able to deeply analyze himself and others.
- Intuitive-logical extrovert(ILE), “Don Quixote”, “The Seeker”. He has a wide range of interests, knows how to adapt to new conditions and easily switches to new methods of work. He is a generator of ideas and does not like traditions and routine. Able to explain complex ideas, being a pioneer in them. He is more prone to synthesis in thinking, creates a new idea from ready-made components.
- Sensory-logical extrovert(SLE), "Zhukov", "Marshal". Tends to use physical force in order to achieve victory at any cost. Obstacles only increase his desire to win. Likes to lead and cannot stand being subordinated. Analyzing the situation, he likes to draw up a specific plan of action and strictly follows it.
- Intuitive-ethical extrovert(IEE), “Huxley”, “Adviser”. He is able to subtly feel other people and has a developed imagination. Loves creative work and cannot stand monotony and routine. Sociable, likes to give practical advice in the field of interaction with people.
- Sensory-ethical extrovert(SEE), “Napoleon”, “Politician”. Able to see the capabilities of others, using this knowledge for the purpose of manipulation. Leads over
weak, clearly identifying their weak points. He likes to keep his distance; in communication he is more likely to be guided by his own interests. In the eyes of others he tries to look like an outstanding, original person, but often he is not. - Intuitive-logical introvert(OR), "Balzac", "Critic". This type is an erudite with a philosophical mindset. He is careful, makes a decision only with confidence in its correctness, analyzing the vulgar in its connection with the future. Does not like violent manifestations of emotions, appreciates coziness and comfort.
- Sensory-logical introvert(SLI), "Gaben", "Master". Sensations are for him the main source of knowledge of the world. Shows empathy, subtly feels and loves other people, rejects artificiality and falsehood. He is distinguished by a technical mindset, loves to work with his hands, while always meeting the required deadlines.
- Intuitive-ethical introvert(IEI), “Lyric”, “Yesenin”. A dreamy and lyrical person, he knows how to intuitively predict events, has a good understanding of people, loves and “feels” them. He has a good sense of humor and wins the affection of other people. This type attaches great importance to appearance. He doesn’t know how to save money, and while working he likes to rest for a long time.
- Sensory-ethical introvert(SEI), “Dumas”, “Mediator”. Knows how to enjoy ordinary life, calmly enduring monotony and routine. Gets along easily with people, respecting their personal space, while demanding the same attitude from them. Likes to joke, entertain, avoids conflict situations. He is often a helper and loves to feel needed and significant in the eyes of other people.
Nowadays, developed technologies make it possible for everyone, without exception, to undergo testing and find out their socionic types, but we should not forget that a person’s personality is very multifaceted and ambiguous, therefore only a professional psychologist can qualitatively compose and describe a socio-psychological portrait of a personality during multi-level psychological diagnostics , where socionics is one of the methods.
Socionics was formed relatively recently, in 1970 - it is one of the types of classification of personality types, and also explains the principles of their interaction with each other.
History of formation
To date, socionics has still not been recognized as an official branch of psychology. Most often, socionic tests are used for personnel selection in large companies. Also, these data are often used in pedagogy, for the rational formation of work teams.
Socionics originated in the 70s of the last century with the easy suggestion of Aushra Augustinavichute. The Lithuanian psychologist was the first to form and classify personality types, which became the basis of socionics. She was inspired by Carl Jung's work Psychotypes of Personality. According to psychologists, the socionic types presented by A. Augustinaviciute are more promising than the types of K. Jung. Also, socionic personality types more fully characterize a person, which facilitates the work of a psychologist.
Type Determination Methods
Socionics identifies 16 main personality types, which together form an entire information system. Each of the personality types is determined on the basis of the activity and relative position of one or another socionic function. Thanks to the socionic type, you can determine the way you process information, the level of interaction with the outside world, and much more.
The socionic functions that are studied are tools of the psyche. With their help, the individual interacts with the world around him.
Most often, tests are used to determine the socionic psychotype. There is a standardized list of questions that can be used to determine not only the dominant function, but also to find out the type of interaction they have with each other. It is believed that this way of thinking does not change throughout life.
Socionics also has such methods as interviews, experiments, observations and study of dossiers.
Models
Socionics identifies sixteen main personality types. They are formed based on the interaction of just four Jungian dichotomies.
| Name | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Don Quixote | These people are characterized as seekers. They actively come up with new ideas, know how to live “here and now,” and are well versed in the current situation. Their own understanding of prospects and possible probabilities can sometimes lead to erroneous conclusions and actions. |
| 2 | Dumas | Such people are comfortable. They actively surround themselves with objects, people, situations and circumstances in which they feel most comfortable and relaxed. They cannot stand unpleasant sensations and try with all their might to avoid them. |
| 3 | Hugo | Such individuals are prone to sudden mood changes for no apparent reason. They try not only to avoid negative experiences, but also to bring something bright and festive. Of all the socionic psychotypes, Hugo is distinguished by his care and compassion for others. |
| 4 | Robespierre or Descartes | He is distinguished by logic and the ability to build logical chains and look for relationships. However, he sees a connection only between “nearby” events, a poor prognosis. Most often, such people have their own system of judgments and assessments, which differs from the generally accepted one. |
| 5 | Hamlet | He subtly senses the mood and emotions of the people around him. That is why he manipulates and plays with his interlocutor, thereby protecting himself and shielding his own thoughts and feelings. Man of moods. |
| 6 | Maksim Gorky | All his actions are subject to logic. He builds algorithms both in everyday affairs and in long-term plans. His own belief system is indestructible. |
| 7 | Zhukov | Such individuals think big! They are committed to implementing global plans. The Zhukovs are accustomed to clearly dividing the world into friends and enemies and do not accept half measures. |
| 8 | Yesenin | Such people rarely live in the present; most often they live in dreams or relive past events. The emotional spectrum of such people is unusually wide. |
| 9 | Napoleon | People of this type are often found among managers or politicians. They like to spread their influence over as many people as possible, thereby emphasizing their importance. Is belligerent or even aggressive. |
| 10 | Balzac | Characterized by critical thinking, always doubting. The habit of carefully analyzing a situation and reviewing possible options makes such people excellent analysts, but, unfortunately, poor doers. |
| 11 | Jack London | These are business people. They know how to not only conclude a successful deal, but also, if desired, find an approach to any interlocutor. Values his time and wastes energy and opportunities on unpromising affairs or relationships. |
| 12 | Dreiser | He chooses and forms his social circle very carefully. Has a clear understanding of morals, moral values and standards of behavior. Those that do not meet his strict criteria will never become close or even interesting. |
| 13 | Stirlitz | He tries to get the most out of the situation, using all the possibilities and the latest technologies or developments. Not prone to empty risks. It features enviable performance. |
| 14 | Dostoevsky | He tries to understand each person, to “get to know” his inner world. First of all, he sees the good or seeks it out. Humanist, expert on human nature. |
| 15 | Huxley | He is distinguished by pragmatism and can give practical advice in almost any situation. He always chooses the most advantageous option, clearly sees and understands the prospect. |
| 16 | Gaben | He is oriented towards harmony, therefore he clearly demarcates his space from those things, people and events that can destroy this harmony. He is guided in his choice by somewhat primitive concepts of “good” and “bad.” |
These 16 socionic types make up a table of correlations, which helps to more clearly and clearly characterize each person.
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Benefits of taking the test
The test itself does not look like anything special; it will be intuitive for everyone. The author of the test is Viktor Vladimirovich Gulenko. He developed a unique method for determining a person’s socionic type. Having understood himself, a person will be able to further build productive relationships with others and choose the right profession. Knowing your own socionic type will allow you to expand your understanding of yourself and the world around you as a whole. People who doubt themselves should first take a test to stop berating their own personality. Using the test, overly impressionable people will be able to establish contact with their inner essence and understand the situation that worries them. In any case, the questionnaire will help you find peace of mind, make the right decision, improve your personality, and change your attitude towards many unforeseen and psychologically traumatic events.
The principle of dividing people into socionic types
V.V. Gulenko, in his research, insists that each person has his own leading orientation in perceiving the world around him. Some people rely on sounds, sights, smells and colors. Others prefer to rely on intuition and no logical arguments will convince them. Most people reason using logical thinking. For many, the opinion of society, the view from the outside, is extremely significant.
The principle of dividing people into socionic types is the basis of the science of socionics. The test allows you to identify the individuality of a person, his true aspirations and motivations for action. The test covers the topics of introversion and extroversion of a person. If the experiences of the first are directed deep into his own personality, then for the second they extend to the people around him. Depending on this feature, one and the same socionic type will acquire different meanings.
Boolean type
People of this type make decisions based only on reason. They are not satisfied with premonitions that cannot be confirmed by anything. A person with highly developed logical thinking is less likely to find himself in situations where he can be deceived. He does not make decisions in a hurry, but prefers to act carefully.
A logical-sensory extrovert is a person who knows how to be as satisfied with life as possible. He does not talk about whether he lives his life fully or whether it is in vain. The main thing is that he knows how to enjoy life itself and spend it to his advantage. Such a person loves to work, does not look for easy ways, and appreciates those around him. As a rule, activity takes a central place in his life. He is sometimes ready to sacrifice personal relationships just to direct his work in the right direction. This person can easily separate the main from the secondary. A logical-sensory extrovert enjoys the prospect of communicating with people around him and loves to be the center of attention.
The logical-sensory introvert is an extremely neat person who likes to complete all tasks on time. Such people enjoy planning and manage to do a large number of things in a day. Their internal self-organization will be the envy of any responsible executive who does not know how to distribute the load evenly. The logical-sensory introvert is somewhat self-absorbed, looks tired and gloomy. Those around him respect him for his tolerance and unquestioning fulfillment of his promises. Such a person knows how to keep his word and does everything with impeccable precision and accuracy.
A logical-intuitive extrovert is a person who likes to think a lot, but at the same time he needs to express his thoughts to those who are nearby at the moment. He can't stand being alone. If such a person encounters misunderstanding or disapproval, he often becomes offended and withdraws into himself. A logical-intuitive extrovert wants to see the result of his efforts in everything. If something starts to happen not according to the expected scenario, he becomes afraid of the changes taking place, begins to fuss and thereby spoils his mood.
A logical-intuitive introvert is a person of mood. It changes quite quickly for him. At the same time, he is balanced and calm. From the outside it may seem that nothing can piss him off. This personality type likes to get lost in thought and seems to be constantly thinking about something. It is a habitual state for him to withdraw into himself so much as not to notice the events happening around him. The logical-intuitive introvert is calm, organized and responsible.
Ethical type
The ethical type of personality is distinguished by the ability to deeply understand the people around them. Such a person cannot remain without communication for a long time; interaction with others allows him to receive vital energy. People who are highly ethical have excellent powers of persuasion. Outwardly, they look very charming and convincing.
An ethical-sensory extrovert is an active personality type who loves attention. Such a person urgently needs others to notice his achievements and express their admiration in every possible way. Many people find this personality type to be charming, problem-free and cheerful. He is truly open to communication and knows how to appreciate friendly meetings and good company.
An ethical-sensory introvert is a person who tends to analyze his own and other people’s feelings. People of this type make excellent psychologists, since they can easily understand the mood of their interlocutor and understand the reasons for the situation that has arisen. They themselves rarely become hostages of their own emotions, because they know how to manage their feelings. The tendency to self-examination acquires useful traits in them.
The ethical-intuitive extrovert is highly emotional. In an impulse, he can say anything to others, which he will sincerely regret later. He cannot keep his emotions to himself, he is characterized by an explosive character, intolerance, and cannot stand injustice.
An ethical-intuitive introvert values trust and strives to build honest, sincere relationships with people. Since he does not always manage to do this, he tends to get upset about any unforeseen event. Mentally, he always looks for in others what he himself is ready to give to them, recognizes an equal exchange. Condemns deception and betrayal, does not change his own convictions.
Touch type
The sensory personality type is most focused on receiving vivid impressions from the outside world. A person of this type cannot stay in one space for a long time; he needs a change of impressions. Visual, auditory, olfactory images, tactile sensations are of great importance.
The sensory-logical extrovert is a type of personality that is not alien to achieving goals at any cost. If this person has thought of something, he will achieve it and will never give up. To many from the outside, he seems overly straightforward, persistent and unyielding.
A sensory-logical introvert is well adapted to physical work. Most often, he occupies a modest position and performs the activities of an executor. He does not like to take responsibility, to be a leader, to be responsible for something.
A sensory-ethical extrovert is a non-conflict person, gentle, quite easy to communicate, and values sincere relationships. As a rule, he has many friends, often hangs out in noisy companies, and feels comfortable there. Loves travel and vivid impressions.
The sensory-ethical introvert is characterized by excessive silence and distrust. It is difficult to make him laugh, to bring him out of his state of internal stupor. Those around him often consider him an eccentric who is not interested in anything.
Intuitive type
The intuitive personality type is characterized by great self-absorption. Such people do not trust reason, are not based on logic, but turn inside themselves and look for an answer. They make decisions slowly and tend to get lost in deep thought. They have well-developed intuition, they know how to feel a situation from the inside and draw conclusions based on their own emotions.
An intuitive-logical extrovert does not like routine and monotony. He wants to constantly experience new sensations, try the unknown, study some books. Such a person is very well-read, loves to communicate with like-minded people, and needs a lot of company.
An intuitive-logical introvert is often a creative person who has his own quirks and whims. From the outside he seems to be a self-sufficient philosopher, he endlessly talks about the meaning of life, and is busy searching for his own individual path.
An intuitive-ethical extrovert is often endowed with the talent of an artist who loves to experiment. He values society, but only if it does not interfere with his creativity.
An intuitive and ethical introvert is a subtle dreamer. This is a person whose mood is unstable and changes like the weather. From joy he can suddenly turn to tears and vice versa.
Thus, the test compiled by V.V. Gulenko, is a useful thing. The questionnaire will help you decide on your goals for the future, find out your own character and aspirations.