So I took the quiz and this is what I got:
- You have distinctive preference of Extraversion over Introversion (67%)
- You have distinctive preference of Sensing over Intuition (62%)
- You have moderate preference of Feeling over Thinking (50%)
- You have marginal or no preference of Judging over Perceiving (1%)
I read through the article on what all that is supposed to mean and I’m not sure I agree or disagree. I think that’s usually the case when someone takes a personality test. Enough of it is right and just enough of it is wrong. If they say enough “stuff” about you, they are bound to hit at least 50/50, right?
Wikipedia also has this abbreviated explanation.
ESFJs focus on the outside world and assess their experiences subjectively. They largely base their judgments on their belief system and on the effects of actions on people. ESFJs are literal and concrete, trusting the specific, factual information gathered through their physiological senses.
Meh. I tend to go with gut instinct but I guess I do love to go back and know for a FACT that what I did was the correct and course of action.
ESFJs project warmth through a genuine interest in the well-being of others. They are often skilled at bringing out the best in people, and they want to understand other points of view. They are serious about their responsibilities, seeing what needs to be done and then doing it. Generally proficient at detailed tasks, they enjoy doing little things that make life easier for others. They value tradition and the security it offers.
YES. YES 1000Xs YES. I know I SHOULD be teaching my kids to clean up but it takes me 5 minutes and everything goes EXACTLY where it’s supposed to go so I prefer to do it….and it give my kids more play time. Tradition. I cried when they tore down my old high school.
Easily hurt, ESFJs seek approval. They take pleasure in other people’s happiness. They give generously but expect appreciation in return. Sensitive to the physical needs of others, they respond by offering practical care. As expert people readers, ESFJs often adapt their manner to meet the expectations of others. However, they may have difficulty recognizing the shortcomings of loved ones.
Have you seen my Stylish Gimp blog? Approval much?! Giving? Yes. All this is SO true.
ESFJs tend to be vocal in expressing their sense of right and wrong. Their judgments in regard to the external world are often based on interpersonal ethics, with attention to social give and take. Compared to their ENFJ counterparts, ESFJs’ values tend to be based more on those of their social group than on an independent internal set of ethics. ESFJs raised in an environment of high ethical standards tend to display true generosity and kindness. However, those who grow up surrounded by a skewed set of values may develop a false sense of integrity and use their people skills to selfishly manipulate others—particularly if their intuition is poorly developed, leaving them unable to foresee the consequences of their actions.
The quiz missed this one. I am very well aware my actions and tend to keep my ideas about right/wrong to myself …. Unless I KNOW you agree with me, then I will share. I don’t tend to rock the boat…instead I just avoid getting on.
ESFJs seek structured, controlled environments, and tend to be good at creating a sense of order. They generally feel insecure in an atmosphere of uncertainty. They value the rule of law and expect the same of others. ESFJs may be less interested in understanding the concepts behind the rules, tending to shy away from the abstract and impersonal.
Order? Organization? YES. Complete structure? No…. and rule are meant to be broken….
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