Type Spotting by Temperament

SJs like factual information that is detailed, easily understood, easily applied, and reliable/trustworthy. They generally have good focus, are careful with details, and like to be decisive because they dislike chaotic/unpredictable environments/situations. Therefore, these types do not tend to react well to people who are too chaotic, indecisive, sloppy, impractical, disrespectful of important rules/conventions.

Being introverted, ISTJs and ISFJs tend to be more private and may sometimes find it difficult to initiate interaction or lead a conversation for long periods. They tend to have very specific/personalized interests that they do not tend to stray far from during conversation. They are attentive listeners and generally keep to the background unless aroused by a topic they like or prompted to recall an interesting anecdote.

Being extraverted, ESTJs and ESFJs tend to be more sociable and open to discussing a wider variety of topics as long as they are rooted in practical daily life, especially when it comes to planning activities. They tend to sound a little “complainy” when talking about their experiences, and they might feel dismayed if you are not expressive/responsive enough during conversation because they like to build upon social energy. They can get overexcited enough in conversation to inadvertently interrupt or fail to listen carefully.

SPs like firsthand experiences that are new, interesting, fun, pleasurable, or make a deep emotional impact. They live in the here and now because they tend to view the past as irrelevant and the future as unpredictable, naturally wanting life to be simple and straightforward, keeping situations flexible and open whenever possible. Therefore, these types do not tend to react well to people who are too boring, introspective, bossy, inflexible, overcomplicated.

Of the introverts, ISTPs and ISFPs tend to appear the most easygoing to onlookers because they have an adaptable attitude. While they tend to have a good sense of humor, they usually like to give thoughtful responses, so their way of conversing tends to be calm and evenly paced. They listen well and like to talk about their everyday interests/experiences.

Being extraverted, ESTPs and ESFPs tend to be energetic, engaging, and expressive in conversation, very open about sharing ideas/experiences. They can adapt well to the flow of conversation, easily putting people at ease with their humor and charm. They tend to give incisive advice about how to simplify issues in order to live life more smoothly.

NTs like to make rational decisions and prefer that people behave in a reasonable manner. They generally enjoy analysis and creative problem-solving, often looking for ways to improve upon life/situations. Therefore, these types do not tend to react well to people who are too emotional, illogical, closed-minded, unintelligent, or conventional.

Being introverted, INTJs and INTPs are independent-minded, preferring to do things in their own way, at their own pace. They can seem socially or emotionally detached and hard to approach at times, but they will come alive when discussing complex/intellectual topics that they find fascinating. They tend to prefer interacting with people they already know well and might find it difficult to initiate a new relationship.

Being extraverted, ENTJs and ENTPs tend to be more assertive and outgoing, finding enjoyment in exchanging interesting ideas with others, more likely to recruit people to help with carrying out ambitious plans. They tend to view people in terms of their “function” or “usefulness”, which can sometimes result in them making blunt/critical comments that turn others off. They can appear very driven in chasing ideals or realizing good ideas.

NFs like to talk about people, how they get along, how they live life, how they can live life better, how society can be better, often focused on the positive/good side of things in order to maintain an optimistic/idealistic attitude. They are generally warm and inclusive people, often geared towards making everyone feel valued and accepted. Therefore, these types do not tend to react well to people who are too pessimistic, critical/judgmental, insensitive, uncooperative, or unfriendly.

Being introverted, INFPs and INFJs can seem difficult to approach at first glance as they can struggle with initiating conversation or new relationships, but you will find them much friendlier and livelier than expected upon getting to know them better. They like to give emotional support to others and hope to get acceptance and understanding in return so as to make the relationship more intimate over time. They are usually quite devoted to their interests and hope to share their excitement with like-minded people.

Being extraverted, ENFPs and ENFJs tend to be warm, passionate, and enthusiastic people, often wanting to be helpful and put others at ease. They tend to be creative about how to improve relationships, often seeking out interesting ideas or edifying social activities that add value/meaning to life. They tend to be quite energetic and talkative when you tap into a subject that inspires them.