Questions

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Answer these questions first: – you interests and hobbies; – favourite subjects at school; – professional interests and ambitions; – what you close ones appreciate in you in particular and what do they criticize in you; – if you know socionics or MBTI, please, share your personal thoughts about your possible type. P.S. Please, make sure that you do not tell the information about yourself which you may regret later. ))

Task 1. Four functions. You are invited to think about to your abilities, strength and weaknesses.

How good are you at LOGICS? Bring the facts from your life, explain your point as detailed as you can.

In arguments and conflicts with other people, you do not delve into their subjective feelings and motives, but seek objective rationale for everything. You are convinced by references of rules and facts. You are able to explain the logic behind various mechanisms, acts, or deeds involved. You rely on your mind. You may not always understand the reaction of other people to your words. You find it difficult to interpret people’s emotions . You are not always sure how you feel about others or how others may feel about you. You would prefer people to say it to you directly. You may find easier to work with technology, computers or figures.

1. Good 2. Not good 3. Not sure

2. How good are you at ETHICS? Bring the facts from your life, explain your point as detailed as you can.

You delve into people’s feelings, motives, needs. You are very able to harmonize and inspire the people around you. You are always there for others. You enjoy being and working with people , you value human rights and morality. You feel confident about understanding other people’s problems and resolving the disputes between them. If you made an argument and fall apart with the person you usually know what to do in order to get back together. You can always find words of moral support and encouragement. You can say sorry even if it was not your fault. You trust your heart. 1. Good 2. Not good 3. Not sure

3. How good are you at INTUITION? Bring the facts from your life, explain your point as detailed as you can.

Having insights and relying heavily on intuition in order to problem solve. Keeping options open for as long as possible in order not to rush decisions. Having an ability to recognize a scam or a con artist. Making valid predictions as to the course and outcome of events. An ability to use your imagination whenever necessary and fabricate a story at any time to convince others. Spontaneously finding your way out of a situation.

1. Good 2. Not good 3. Not sure

4. How good are you at SENSING? Bring the facts from your life, explain your point as detailed as you can. You – a materialist, you appreciate and collect the beautiful and quality items. You like to touch, hold or smell objects to check them out for texture and quality. You rely on your senses substantially on a day to day basis. You can protect yourself and adequately apply physical force in order to gain control over situation. You are able to work in environments which occasionally may involve noxious odours and disagreeable sights; you can work through stressful situations and easily resist giving in to others. You appreciate open and sincere people, who talks business. You do not read between the lines, do not like ambiguity. Always asking for specific examples and more details, if you don’t understand something. Preferring the traditional and proven methods.
1. Good 2. Not good 3. Not sure

Arrange the functions in ORDER, write it on the piece of paper and show to the camera:
1. Leading – N (?)
2. Compensating – T (?)
3. Neatral – F (?)
4. Inadequate – S (?)

Task 2. Eight functions.

Do not answer the questions separately but define them as a cluster: easy or hard or not sure. Please, provide a sound argument for your opinion!

  – How to express the mood and emotions adequately? How to get from people the right emotional response ? How to change somebodie’s mood when you need to? How to make them feel what you feel? 1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure You are a very emotional person. You know how to convey your mood; how to create a social atmosphere; how to coerce, persuade, influence, transform, subdue, endear, or entice.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

   – Who needs this and why? For whom? Is it good or bad? Do I like it? How this is related to the norms of behaviour? Is it morally justified? Is it within human right? 1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure You are a very self- critical person, always in touch with you conscience. You observe the behaviour of others and judge them in terms of how god or bad is what they think and say. You understand what good and bad is and happy to give an advise on the relationship matters. You can understand and feel other people’s feelings, motives, wishes, needs. You are a sincere person but often hide your feelings from others as you don’t want upset them unnecessary.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

 – How to do it or to use it? In what sequence? How to make it quickly and effectively? Is the statement supported by proofs or facts? What about experience? Do you know instructions? 1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure You always find what to do workwise, always on the go to achieve your goals. You know how to do things quickly, efficiently and with a maximum result. Using and utilising instructions and algorithms. You enjoy being a handy man – the most experienced and skilful person around the house. There is no small job for you. You know how things work and easily manipulate instruments, equipment and tools. You trust your head, facts and statistics.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

 – Is it necessary? Why is it necessary? What are the cause and effect? What is necessary and sufficient? Is it correct? Is it in agreement with the existing rules? Do you know the rules?

1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure

You are a very smart person and you are always right. You trust more your head than your heart. You like things to be in order. You decide whether something is right or wrong, true or false. You are thinking about reasons and consequences and looking for the principles, structure, consistency. You do what you have to do based on what is necessary and sufficient. Placing importance on clarity of expression. Checking the rights, duties, obligations. Working in conjunction with already existing rules and regulations. 1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

  – What do I want? Is it enjoyable? Is it my ambition? Does it make me more powerful, self- confident and independent? Will it improve my appearance?

1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure

You are a person of a strong character. People notice your inner strength. You can hide you inner power or be openly pushy and bossy. You enjoy you power and influence. You have an ability and competence of standing up for yourself and for you loved once. You are tough and persistent. You know what you want and often act by the impulse.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

  – Where it is better to place objects to make the room look better? What objects or accessories look better together? What ingredients taste better? What is comfortable, practical, aesthetical, stylish, hygienic?

1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure

You understand about health, aesthetics and harmony on the physical level of sensations. You are a gourmet, appreciate beautiful things and collect them. You know what something look, taste or blend better with. You are a master to create the relaxing atmosphere at home and at work. You know well your body and what is good or not good for you. You are good at cooking and many other hands’ on tasks like gardening or fishing. You enjoy the atmosphere of peace and quiet, nature, sun and water.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

  – What is it all about? Does it make sense? Where is the sense? Is it something or somebody special or new? Can I do it? What is the potential? What are the possibilities and prospects? Are there many solutions? Which solutions are better and realistic? Can I find the way out?

1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure

You are resourceful, inventive, curious, enthusiastic and full of ideas. For you there are no hopeless situations. Relying successfully on insight. Leaning towards things interesting, novel, exciting. You want to work on unique projects and be different from the rest. You prefer to go with the flow and to be open for the future opportunities. You do not think twice, you make your decision and take your chance.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

   – When is the right time? What may have happened or may happen? What sense makes the past and what holds for me the future? What difference this event can make for the future?

1. Easy 2. Hard 3. Not sure

You are a doubtful person and tend to put everything into question. You often think about what was before and what will be in the future avoiding thinking about here and now issues. How it all began and how it developed? You day dream a lot, use your vivid imagination and phantasy. You are sensitive and attentive to changes.

1. Yes 2. No 3. Not sure

Arrange the 8 functions in 3 sections, write it on the piece of paper and show:
Mine – Si, Ti, Te
Not mine Fi, Fe, Se
In doubt – Ni, Ne

Conclusion:

1. Leading – N (?)
2. Compensating – T (?)
3. Neatral – F (?)
4. Inadequate – S (?)

Mine – Si, Ti, Te Not mine Fi, Fe, Se In doubt – Ni, Ne

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