Jung Typology Test
In the beginning of my senior year of high school, I took the Jung Typology Test. The purpose of this test is used to determine the personality of an individual through four domain pairs, a temperament, and an overall personality profile. The first domain pair for this personality test is meant to describe how we understand ourselves and others by defining us as either an introvert or extravert. According to my test results, I am 38% extravert. The second domain pair for this personality test is meant to describe the manner in which we process our thoughts by defining us as either sensible or intuitive. According to my personality test, I am 19% intuitive. The third domain pair for this personality test is used to describe how we understand the world and make our decisions by defining us as either thinking or feeling. According to my test results, I am 41% feeling. The fourth domain pair for this personality test is used to describe how we organize by defining us as either judging or perceiving. According to my test results, I am 19% perceiving. These domain pair results
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categorize my personality profile as ENFP, or Champion, and my temperament as an Idealist.
I remember my first concert as though it was yesterday. Roughly 19,000 people filled both the pavilion and the lawn area at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio just to catch the slightest glimpse of Kelly Clarkson and Maroon 5 during their Honda Civic Tour. As I recall, when I entered the pavilion, I was awestruck as to how many people I was surrounded by. Now, may I remind you that up until this point in my life, I had been an extremely shy child and an even more insecure teenager. However, as the music began to play throughout the pavilion, I found myself suddenly energized. The herd of people dancing, singing, and cheering that surrounded me kept me from experiencing loneliness, even if I was too shy to socialize with others around me. In a way, the energy around me felt contagious and I couldn't keep from joining in. About 75% of today’s population is considered to be extroverted, meaning that socialization is their primary source of energy. According to my personality test, I identify with extraversion 38%. I know that I am an extrovert because I am constantly going out of my way to make new friends and surround myself with as many people as I possibly can. As an extrovert, I enjoy focusing my energy extensively and projecting my positivity among a crowd, rather than independently. A while ago, I went to a party with a group of my friends. I remember walking in and listening to the music that was playing. I began to dance and talk with my friends in the middle of the room, which was quite relaxing for me. However, I can focus my energy intensively at times. Often, I need to take time out of my day to thank God for giving me everything that he has and for all his sacrifices that he has made for me.
Currently, I am a Student Ambassador captain for the junior high and high school Student Ambassadors. This requires me to attend many social events including the Endowment Luncheon and the Business and Professional Breakfast. At the Endowment Luncheon, the student ambassadors had time to eat lunch and interact with the kindergarten students. When I use my energy, I enjoy socializing and interacting with others. Regardless of age, I can always learn life lessons from another person and become very energized. In the future, it is my dream to become a plastic surgeon. Last summer before my junior year of highschool, I participated in a four day seminar which encouraged high school students to meet other teens with similar career choices from all across the world, known as the Congress of Future Medical Leaders. During this seminar, delegates worked and talked together to formulate solutions to a number of problems presented. While at the Congress, I never held myself back from meeting new people. I met teens from Hawaii, England, and even India. I am a typical extravert seeing that I prefer social interaction as opposed to solitude, which after a while would leave me feeling lonely. In my own experience, growing up in a city as large as Cleveland wasn't easy. For me it wasn't difficult to start friendly relationships with those around me, rather it was a challenge to keep them. About every other year, my family would transfer schools. This always pained me because I knew that there were some friends that I couldn't keep in contact with and would most likely never see again. However, whenever I began at a new school, I always found a way to start up conversations with as many of my peers as possible and create friendships with them. Although I have had hundreds of friends throughout my life and maintain a number of relationships to this day, my relationships are not as strong with my friends and classmates as I would like them to be. The fact that I have so many friends, but weaker relationships proves that I am an extrovert. During the summer of 2015, I attended a life altering seminar that taught me how to apply my leadership skills to the world around me. Also known as HOBY, this leadership seminar taught me how I could have a positive impact on my external happenings. As an extravert, I always want to help others that are in need and care deeply about what is happening in the world. During my HOBY experience, we participated in service projects in order to aid the community of Ada. I participated in the park cleaning by restoring a playground, memorial space, and equipment shed. I was so motivated by my peers to help the community and take a new interest in the world around me at all times.
In all honesty, when I discovered the differences between sensation and intuition, I was shocked to learn that I was not closer to being a sensible.
By nature, sensibles are practical. They tend to rely not only upon solid fact, but also value past experience and knowledge. Although many sensibles rely on history, their state of mind is usually in the present and they avoid focusing on their future. At times, I can be much more sensible than intuitive. During my junior year of high school, my A.P. English Language and Composition class would hold Socratic Seminars that were typically based around the different material that we read during class. At these seminars, it was essential to provide textual evidence and facts in order to support the specific claims that I made. Typically, when arguing what I believe to be true, I must support my entire belief with practical
evidence.
Although I can be sensible at times, I can also be intuitive, which is dominant over my sensible side. Intuitives can often be described as inventive, creative, and radical. Unlike a sensible thinker, an intuitive thinker enjoys being imaginative and values images of the future. They also strongly believe that children should spend their time making the most of their childhood and should have fun. Oftentimes, I identify with the intuitive process of thinking because I tend to be more innovative than I am practical. During junior high, I was a member of a competitive creative writing team known as Power of the Pen. To practice, the team would write short fiction stories based off of a particular writing prompt. However, the only short story that I remember writing involved an evil ice cube murdering his creator and countless innocent citizens of the town in which they were in. I understand that this might be a strange thing for anyone to write about, but I particularly enjoyed it because I was able to write about whatever I wanted. I was allowed to show my creative side through my writing.
Throughout my life, I have been faced not only with daily decisions, but with many decisions that can greatly alter my future. When I make my decisions, I genuinely struggle to use my mind and consequently use my heart instead. This past spring, I made the decision to quit my involvement in the St. Paul Marching Brass as the captain of Flag Corps. I remember when I had told my mother of my decision, she looked at me and said, “I don’t think I’ve ever been this disappointed in you”. Although my mother is a very important person in my life and I have always held her opinion in high regard, this was something that I knew I had to do for myself. I had been committed to an activity I’d never enjoyed to begin with because I wanted to make my mother proud by following in her footsteps. I am no longer a member of the Flag Corps and have decided to become a football manager instead. I know this was the right choice for me to make because ever since I have become a manager, I have been more content with my life, my relationships, and myself as a whole. Like many other feelers, it is apparent that I make my decisions on a personal basis rather than an impersonal basis. Oftentimes, I allow my emotions to get in the way of my rational thinking and although it is not always the best way to make a decision, I continue to select choices that satisfy those emotional needs and desires.
While I prefer to make choices based on my subjectivity, I am still capable of making them based on objectivity. For instance, although I was assigned to express experiential thinking when discussing the Harambe controversy, I couldn’t help but think rationally and agree with the decision made by the Cincinnati Zoo. Since the life of the boy who fell in the gorilla enclosure was in danger, I thought that the only rational decision was to save him by shooting Harambe. Although the argument that a tranquilizer could have been used is popular, many experts have claimed that “the tranquilizer could have taken up to 10 minutes to work...[and]...during that time, the boy would be put in even more danger” (Sundermier). As many thinkers typically do during a situation such as this, I followed the COOL method of critical thinking: I observed the claims presented by the issue, the objective evidence supporting the Cincinnati Zoo’s decision, other interpretations that could have been made, and then came to a logical conclusion.
As a senior, my mind is currently focused on making one major decision: where to attend college. Due to the fact that I fall under the category of perceiving, I have become uneasy now that I am being exceedingly pressured by members of my family to figure out not only what it is I will do with the rest of my life, but how and when I will accomplish what I want to do. While I am driven to become a plastic surgeon, as of now I am unsure of where I want to go to school and what I want to do before I become a surgeon. The reality of my situation is that I’m unsure of how I will reach my future goals because I want to keep my options open and uncover as much information as I can before making decisions. In addition, I also have fallen into the habit of procrastinating. For example, I am currently procrastinating to finish this personality analysis paper to turn in on Friday and this is the point at which I do not agree with my test results the way I have prior to this domain pair. For this domain pair I believe my percentage for perceiving should have been greater than what it actually was. By no means do I consider myself to be judging even in the slightest. I never take deadlines as seriously as I should, nor do I feel the need to make decisions as quickly as possible. Rather, I am almost opposite because I wait until the last minute to meet my deadlines and need an ample amount of time to figure out and strategically plan my decisions.
As an Idealist, I seek finding meaning and my own unique identity. I am able to accomplish this through communication and action. According to the results of my temperament, Idealists are described as Abstract Cooperators. When someone is described as abstract, this indicates that they take pleasure in discussing ideas including philosophy and fantasy, ultimately sharing these beliefs with those around them. On the other hand, those described as cooperators live by high moral standards, always attempting to do what is right. I strongly identify with abstract thinking and discussion as I have always taken interest in uncovering deeper meanings found in stories, as well as the purpose I serve in this world and where I fit in God’s plan. Likewise, I am also very cooperative by constantly trying my hardest to do what I believe is right, which I am able to practice while living my faith every single day. When I live out my faith, for example volunteering at the food bank, I am able to help others regain balance in their lives, which in turn allows me to reflect upon my own personal growth and actualize my potential.
My overall personality profile was ENFP, also known as the Champion. As an ENFP, well-formed and secure relationships are an essential aspect in my life. As an extravert, I find my energy in socializing, which is easy to do when I am around my friends. Without them, I begin to feel lonely. So, I always try my best to be as kind and warm to everyone by sharing a friendly greeting with them. Due to the fact that I enjoy social settings, I also enjoy working with others either at work or in a project for school. However, being the ENFP that I am, I tend to put off work until the last minute and procrastinate because I get distracted easily. Lastly, my personality profile also describes that in order to fulfill what I seek, I must be granted independence in order to follow my whims.
Throughout this process of introspection, I have finally started to discover new things about myself, as well as other individuals around me and how our differences and similarities bring us closer to unity under God. Based off of my personality, I now understand what I am capable of and realize that I’m both physically and emotionally stronger than I ever imagined I could be. Not only have I pushed myself to take risks, but I also do not give up when I am put up against any kind of challenge. This process has also led me to the realization that not everyone can accurately be defined by four letters. While some people may be identified as an extravert by the Jung Typology Test, they may claim to feel as more of an introvert. Now, I am finally able to relate the life I have led so far back to my personality and figure out how I can shape myself to be the best possible person I can be for God.
categorize my personality profile as ENFP, or Champion, and my temperament as an Idealist.
I remember my first concert as though it was yesterday. Roughly 19,000 people filled both the pavilion and the lawn area at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio just to catch the slightest glimpse of Kelly Clarkson and Maroon 5 during their Honda Civic Tour. As I recall, when I entered the pavilion, I was awestruck as to how many people I was surrounded by. Now, may I remind you that up until this point in my life, I had been an extremely shy child and an even more insecure teenager. However, as the music began to play throughout the pavilion, I found myself suddenly energized. The herd of people dancing, singing, and cheering that surrounded me kept me from experiencing loneliness, even if I was too shy to socialize with others around me. In a way, the energy around me felt contagious and I couldn't keep from joining in. About 75% of today’s population is considered to be extroverted, meaning that socialization is their primary source of energy. According to my personality test, I identify with extraversion 38%. I know that I am an extrovert because I am constantly going out of my way to make new friends and surround myself with as many people as I possibly can. As an extrovert, I enjoy focusing my energy extensively and projecting my positivity among a crowd, rather than independently. A while ago, I went to a party with a group of my friends. I remember walking in and listening to the music that was playing. I began to dance and talk with my friends in the middle of the room, which was quite relaxing for me. However, I can focus my energy intensively at times. Often, I need to take time out of my day to thank God for giving me everything that he has and for all his sacrifices that he has made for me.
Currently, I am a Student Ambassador captain for the junior high and high school Student Ambassadors. This requires me to attend many social events including the Endowment Luncheon and the Business and Professional Breakfast. At the Endowment Luncheon, the student ambassadors had time to eat lunch and interact with the kindergarten students. When I use my energy, I enjoy socializing and interacting with others. Regardless of age, I can always learn life lessons from another person and become very energized. In the future, it is my dream to become a plastic surgeon. Last summer before my junior year of highschool, I participated in a four day seminar which encouraged high school students to meet other teens with similar career choices from all across the world, known as the Congress of Future Medical Leaders. During this seminar, delegates worked and talked together to formulate solutions to a number of problems presented. While at the Congress, I never held myself back from meeting new people. I met teens from Hawaii, England, and even India. I am a typical extravert seeing that I prefer social interaction as opposed to solitude, which after a while would leave me feeling lonely. In my own experience, growing up in a city as large as Cleveland wasn't easy. For me it wasn't difficult to start friendly relationships with those around me, rather it was a challenge to keep them. About every other year, my family would transfer schools. This always pained me because I knew that there were some friends that I couldn't keep in contact with and would most likely never see again. However, whenever I began at a new school, I always found a way to start up conversations with as many of my peers as possible and create friendships with them. Although I have had hundreds of friends throughout my life and maintain a number of relationships to this day, my relationships are not as strong with my friends and classmates as I would like them to be. The fact that I have so many friends, but weaker relationships proves that I am an extrovert. During the summer of 2015, I attended a life altering seminar that taught me how to apply my leadership skills to the world around me. Also known as HOBY, this leadership seminar taught me how I could have a positive impact on my external happenings. As an extravert, I always want to help others that are in need and care deeply about what is happening in the world. During my HOBY experience, we participated in service projects in order to aid the community of Ada. I participated in the park cleaning by restoring a playground, memorial space, and equipment shed. I was so motivated by my peers to help the community and take a new interest in the world around me at all times.
In all honesty, when I discovered the differences between sensation and intuition, I was shocked to learn that I was not closer to being a sensible.
By nature, sensibles are practical. They tend to rely not only upon solid fact, but also value past experience and knowledge. Although many sensibles rely on history, their state of mind is usually in the present and they avoid focusing on their future. At times, I can be much more sensible than intuitive. During my junior year of high school, my A.P. English Language and Composition class would hold Socratic Seminars that were typically based around the different material that we read during class. At these seminars, it was essential to provide textual evidence and facts in order to support the specific claims that I made. Typically, when arguing what I believe to be true, I must support my entire belief with practical
evidence.
Although I can be sensible at times, I can also be intuitive, which is dominant over my sensible side. Intuitives can often be described as inventive, creative, and radical. Unlike a sensible thinker, an intuitive thinker enjoys being imaginative and values images of the future. They also strongly believe that children should spend their time making the most of their childhood and should have fun. Oftentimes, I identify with the intuitive process of thinking because I tend to be more innovative than I am practical. During junior high, I was a member of a competitive creative writing team known as Power of the Pen. To practice, the team would write short fiction stories based off of a particular writing prompt. However, the only short story that I remember writing involved an evil ice cube murdering his creator and countless innocent citizens of the town in which they were in. I understand that this might be a strange thing for anyone to write about, but I particularly enjoyed it because I was able to write about whatever I wanted. I was allowed to show my creative side through my writing.
Throughout my life, I have been faced not only with daily decisions, but with many decisions that can greatly alter my future. When I make my decisions, I genuinely struggle to use my mind and consequently use my heart instead. This past spring, I made the decision to quit my involvement in the St. Paul Marching Brass as the captain of Flag Corps. I remember when I had told my mother of my decision, she looked at me and said, “I don’t think I’ve ever been this disappointed in you”. Although my mother is a very important person in my life and I have always held her opinion in high regard, this was something that I knew I had to do for myself. I had been committed to an activity I’d never enjoyed to begin with because I wanted to make my mother proud by following in her footsteps. I am no longer a member of the Flag Corps and have decided to become a football manager instead. I know this was the right choice for me to make because ever since I have become a manager, I have been more content with my life, my relationships, and myself as a whole. Like many other feelers, it is apparent that I make my decisions on a personal basis rather than an impersonal basis. Oftentimes, I allow my emotions to get in the way of my rational thinking and although it is not always the best way to make a decision, I continue to select choices that satisfy those emotional needs and desires.
While I prefer to make choices based on my subjectivity, I am still capable of making them based on objectivity. For instance, although I was assigned to express experiential thinking when discussing the Harambe controversy, I couldn’t help but think rationally and agree with the decision made by the Cincinnati Zoo. Since the life of the boy who fell in the gorilla enclosure was in danger, I thought that the only rational decision was to save him by shooting Harambe. Although the argument that a tranquilizer could have been used is popular, many experts have claimed that “the tranquilizer could have taken up to 10 minutes to work...[and]...during that time, the boy would be put in even more danger” (Sundermier). As many thinkers typically do during a situation such as this, I followed the COOL method of critical thinking: I observed the claims presented by the issue, the objective evidence supporting the Cincinnati Zoo’s decision, other interpretations that could have been made, and then came to a logical conclusion.
As a senior, my mind is currently focused on making one major decision: where to attend college. Due to the fact that I fall under the category of perceiving, I have become uneasy now that I am being exceedingly pressured by members of my family to figure out not only what it is I will do with the rest of my life, but how and when I will accomplish what I want to do. While I am driven to become a plastic surgeon, as of now I am unsure of where I want to go to school and what I want to do before I become a surgeon. The reality of my situation is that I’m unsure of how I will reach my future goals because I want to keep my options open and uncover as much information as I can before making decisions. In addition, I also have fallen into the habit of procrastinating. For example, I am currently procrastinating to finish this personality analysis paper to turn in on Friday and this is the point at which I do not agree with my test results the way I have prior to this domain pair. For this domain pair I believe my percentage for perceiving should have been greater than what it actually was. By no means do I consider myself to be judging even in the slightest. I never take deadlines as seriously as I should, nor do I feel the need to make decisions as quickly as possible. Rather, I am almost opposite because I wait until the last minute to meet my deadlines and need an ample amount of time to figure out and strategically plan my decisions.
As an Idealist, I seek finding meaning and my own unique identity. I am able to accomplish this through communication and action. According to the results of my temperament, Idealists are described as Abstract Cooperators. When someone is described as abstract, this indicates that they take pleasure in discussing ideas including philosophy and fantasy, ultimately sharing these beliefs with those around them. On the other hand, those described as cooperators live by high moral standards, always attempting to do what is right. I strongly identify with abstract thinking and discussion as I have always taken interest in uncovering deeper meanings found in stories, as well as the purpose I serve in this world and where I fit in God’s plan. Likewise, I am also very cooperative by constantly trying my hardest to do what I believe is right, which I am able to practice while living my faith every single day. When I live out my faith, for example volunteering at the food bank, I am able to help others regain balance in their lives, which in turn allows me to reflect upon my own personal growth and actualize my potential.
My overall personality profile was ENFP, also known as the Champion. As an ENFP, well-formed and secure relationships are an essential aspect in my life. As an extravert, I find my energy in socializing, which is easy to do when I am around my friends. Without them, I begin to feel lonely. So, I always try my best to be as kind and warm to everyone by sharing a friendly greeting with them. Due to the fact that I enjoy social settings, I also enjoy working with others either at work or in a project for school. However, being the ENFP that I am, I tend to put off work until the last minute and procrastinate because I get distracted easily. Lastly, my personality profile also describes that in order to fulfill what I seek, I must be granted independence in order to follow my whims.
Throughout this process of introspection, I have finally started to discover new things about myself, as well as other individuals around me and how our differences and similarities bring us closer to unity under God. Based off of my personality, I now understand what I am capable of and realize that I’m both physically and emotionally stronger than I ever imagined I could be. Not only have I pushed myself to take risks, but I also do not give up when I am put up against any kind of challenge. This process has also led me to the realization that not everyone can accurately be defined by four letters. While some people may be identified as an extravert by the Jung Typology Test, they may claim to feel as more of an introvert. Now, I am finally able to relate the life I have led so far back to my personality and figure out how I can shape myself to be the best possible person I can be for God.