5 Signs You're Not An ESFP

Summary

This video discusses five signs that indicate you are not an ESFP. The presenter explains that ESFPs are often misidentified as other personality types such as INFPs, INFJs, ENFPs, and even INTJs. Key distinctions are made about cognitive introversion versus extraversion, the nature of Extraverted Sensing, and the role of Introverted Feeling in driving ESFPs. The video also covers the unique characteristics of ESFPs, including their spontaneous inspiration, nuanced attention to detail, and occasional lapses in spatial awareness. It aims to help viewers better understand and identify their true cognitive type.

Takeaways

• 📌 ESFP is often mistyped, especially by those who consider themselves INFPs, INFJs, ENFPs, and INTJs.
• 📌 ESFPs are cognitively extraverted, meaning they react more to external stimuli rather than proactively seeking it.
• 📌 Not all ESFPs are highly sociable or hyperactive; they can be shy and withdrawn while still being extraverted.
• 📌 Extraverted Sensing (Se) is about intense focus on a specific external experience, not hyper-spatial awareness.
• 📌 ESFPs often have a keen sense for aesthetic details and a desire for authentic self-expression.
• 📌 Introverted Feeling (Fi) in ESFPs drives them towards self-realization and authenticity, often leading them to respect others who stay true to their values.
• 📌 ESFPs experience an expansive and transformative sense of individuality, constantly evolving over time.
• 📌 ESFPs have a natural sense of wonder and enthusiasm, often inspired by the potential of reality and new experiences.
• 📌 Extraverted Thinking (Te) in ESFPs is fluid and flexible, supporting their Se-dominant agenda, often leading to a highly individualized skill set.
• 📌 ESFPs may struggle with precise internal analysis (Introverted Thinking - Ti) but can understand and innovate on external logic when inspired.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the video?

The main purpose of the video is to provide 5 signs that can help viewers determine if they are not an ESFP personality type, and also to assist those who may have mistyped themselves as other types but actually have an ESFP cognition.

Why is ESFP not a common source of mistyping according to the video?

The video suggests that ESFP is not a common source of mistyping because many people who consider themselves to be other types like INFP, INFJ, ENFP, or even INTJ, might actually have an ESFP cognition.

What does the video suggest about the relationship between cognitive introversion and extraversion in ESFPs?

The video explains that even though ESFPs might appear shy or withdrawn, they remain cognitively extraverted, meaning their cognition is more reactive and operates as an extension of external interactions rather than being autonomous and proactive.

How does the video describe the difference between ESFPs and other types in terms of external interaction?

The video describes that ESFPs tend to engage more with external pursuits and find them harmonizing with reality, whereas individuals of other types might find external interaction to be more of an extension of internal dialogue.

What is the role of Extraverted Sensing in the ESFP personality type as explained in the video?

The video clarifies that Extraverted Sensing in ESFPs is not about being aware of everything at once but rather about having an intense focus on specific experiences or objects, which makes reality tangible for them.

How does the video relate the ESFP's aesthetic sense to their personality type?

The video suggests that ESFPs often have a keen sense for aesthetic details that might go unnoticed by other types, which contributes to their artistic inclination and desire for authentic self-expression.

What does the video say about the ESFP's approach to self-realization and authenticity?

The video states that ESFPs do not pursue intense experiences for their own sake but rather to serve as a bridge between external reality and their authentic self, with self-realization and authenticity being high priorities for them.

How does the video describe the role of Introverted Feeling in the ESFP personality type?

The video describes Introverted Feeling as an authoritative function in ESFPs that guides their actions and decisions, valuing authenticity and self-realization, and acting as a 'north star' for their dominant functions.

What is the video's perspective on the ESFP's Introverted Intuitive function?

The video suggests that the Introverted Intuitive function in ESFPs is mysterious and otherworldly, often providing inspiration and self-transformational energies that are crucial for their personal growth.

How does the video explain the ESFP's Extraverted Thinking function?

The video explains that the Extraverted Thinking function in ESFPs is more of an assistive tool that provides a high degree of fluidity and individuality, often manifesting as a highly individualized skill set or methodology.

What does the video suggest about the ESFP's potential for impulsive behavior?

The video suggests that ESFPs may experience occasional lapses of reason where Extraverted Thinking becomes delegated to the unconscious, potentially leading to impulsive or even reckless behavior.

How does the video address the ESFP's potential for mistypes with other personality types?

The video addresses that ESFPs might be mistaken for other types like ESTP or INFJ due to their Ti insecurity and the mysterious allure of their Ni in Oppositional position, which can lead to an outright rejection of analytical thought.

Outlines

00:00

🤔 Understanding Misidentification in Personality Types

The video addresses 5 signs that indicate someone is not an ESFP. ESFPs are rarely mistyped; rather, many who identify as INFPs, INFJs, ENFPs, or even INTJs may actually have ESFP cognition. The purpose is to help individuals determine if they are truly ESFPs and to assist those mistyped as other types in finding their true cognitive type. The video starts by distinguishing cognitive introversion from cognitive extraversion, explaining that ESFPs, despite sometimes being shy, are cognitively extraverted. They engage more with external interactions and are reactive rather than proactive.

05:04

🌐 Extraverted Sensing Dominant Function Explained

Contrary to popular belief, Extraverted Sensing (Se) is not about being hyper-aware of everything. It involves focusing intensely on a single object or experience, making external reality tangible. If a person finds their attention scattered and unable to focus, they are unlikely to be Se dominant. ESFPs experience rich external reality with keen aesthetic details, often leading to artistic inclinations. While many ESFPs enjoy intense external interactions, this is not a rule for all. Various factors outside personality type can influence tolerance for external stimuli.

10:08

💡 The Role of Introverted Feeling in ESFPs

ESFPs explore the external world to serve individual identity rather than for its own sake. Authenticity is crucial for ESFPs, who respect individuals true to their values. Introverted Feeling (Fi) guides their dominant functions, and while divergent subtypes of ESFP may lack certain convergent energies, they still value authenticity. Fi helps ESFPs in self-transformation and inspirational pursuits, leading to unpredictable surges in motivation. If someone finds consistent self-expression secondary or experiences little identity transformation, they are unlikely to be ESFPs.

15:11

🔮 The Mysterious Inner World of ESFPs

Introverted Intuition (Ni) in ESFPs is expansive and mysterious, unlike the more focused Ni in INTJs and INFJs. ESFPs have a natural sense of wonder and enthusiasm for life, seeing every moment as potentially transformative. This Ni-Te combination drives them forward with certainty in their desires but uncertainty in achieving them. If someone's inspirations are less intense and scattered, they are unlikely to be ESFPs. ESFPs thrive on external experiences to fuel their inspirations and actions.

20:15

🛠️ Extraverted Thinking and Its Challenges for ESFPs

Extraverted Thinking (Te) in ESFPs is an auxiliary function, acting as an assistive tool for their Se-dominant agenda. Te helps ESFPs acquire new skills quickly and intuitively, often focusing on nuanced and sophisticated tasks. However, this flexibility can lead to inconsistency, careless mistakes, and occasional lapses in reason. ESFPs may struggle with tasks requiring constant analytical thought. If someone prefers efficient, tried-and-tested methods over individualized approaches, they are unlikely to be ESFPs.

🔍 The Blind Spot of Introverted Thinking in ESFPs

ESFPs have an Introverted Thinking (Ti) blind spot, leading to an aversion to precise internal analysis. This insecurity can cause them to mistype as Introverted Thinkers like INFJs or ESTPs. While ESFPs can think critically, their Ti is more subconscious and dependent on external interactions. If someone finds vivid internal analysis easy and has a closed-minded, absolute logic, they are unlikely to be ESFPs. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to explore their true cognitive type and offers resources for further understanding.

Keywords

💡ESFP

ESFP refers to one of the sixteen personality types in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), characterized by their extraverted, sensing, feeling, and perceiving preferences. In the video, ESFP is the main focus, discussing signs that one may not be this type, and exploring the cognitive functions that define it, such as Extraverted Sensing and Introverted Feeling.

💡Cognitive Extraversion

Cognitive Extraversion, as discussed in the script, refers to the tendency of an individual to be more reactive than proactive in their thinking, often engaging with external interactions rather than internal thoughts. The video explains that ESFPs, despite potential shyness, are cognitively extraverted, meaning they are more likely to be influenced by and engaged with their external environment.

💡Introverted Feeling

Introverted Feeling in the MBTI framework represents a preference for internal, subjective values and emotions. The script mentions that ESFPs use Introverted Feeling as an authority function, guiding their actions and decisions based on their individual identity and authenticity, rather than external pressures or expectations.

💡Extraverted Sensing

Extraverted Sensing is the dominant function of the ESFP personality type. It is associated with a keen awareness and focus on the external world and tangible experiences. The video clarifies misconceptions about this function, emphasizing that it does not mean being aware of everything at once but rather experiencing reality in a rich and intense manner.

💡Authenticity

Authenticity in the context of the video is the quality of being true to one's own personality, spirit, or character without constraint. It is a core value for ESFPs, who seek to express their individuality and are guided by their Introverted Feeling to maintain authenticity in their interactions and experiences.

💡Introverted Intuition

Introverted Intuition, particularly in the ESFP personality, is described as an expansive and mysterious inner world that is more elusive than that of the Ni dominant types. It is associated with a sense of wonder at the magic of reality and a natural attunement to the potential of existence. The video suggests that ESFPs may have a natural enthusiasm fueled by this intuitive function.

💡Extraverted Thinking

Extraverted Thinking in the script is presented as an auxiliary function to the ESFP's dominant Extraverted Sensing. It is characterized by a flexible and individualized approach to problem-solving and skill acquisition, often manifesting as a highly personalized methodology that supports the ESFP's experiential agenda.

💡Mistyping

Mistyping in the context of MBTI refers to the incorrect identification of one's personality type. The video suggests that ESFPs are often mistyped as other cognitive types, such as INFPs, INFJs, or even INTJs, due to misunderstandings about the nature of their cognitive functions and behaviors.

💡Self-Realization

Self-realization, as discussed in the video, is the drive for ESFPs to understand and express their true selves. It is closely tied to their Introverted Feeling authority function and their pursuit of authenticity. The script implies that ESFPs are motivated by a desire for self-transformation and personal growth.

💡Spatial Awareness

Spatial Awareness, mentioned in the script, refers to the ability to perceive and interpret the spatial relationships between objects and one's environment. The video points out that while it is often associated with Extraverted Sensing, it is more accurately linked to the function of Extraverted Thinking, and ESFPs may not necessarily exhibit high levels of spatial awareness.

💡Inspiration

Inspiration, in the video, is depicted as a driving force for ESFPs, often linked to their Introverted Intuition. It is described as a surge of internal energy that propels them towards self-transformation and new experiences. The script suggests that ESFPs may go through periods of searching for this inspiration, which, when found, can lead to significant personal growth.

Highlights

ESFP is not a common source of mistyping; many mistyped as INFPs, INFJs, ENFPs, even INTJs.

ESFP cognition is reactive rather than proactive; engages more with external interactions.

ESFPs are cognitively extraverted, not necessarily sociable or hyperactive.

External activity for ESFPs doesn't have to be sociable to be considered extraverted.

Extraverted Sensing (Se) is about intense focus on tangible experiences, not hyper-spatial awareness.

Se dominants experience rich, detailed external reality; often artistic and detail-oriented.

Introverted Feeling (Fi) drives ESFPs to explore the external world for self-realization and authenticity.

ESFPs respect authenticity and have low tolerance for inauthentic behavior.

ESFPs experience periodic, intense bursts of inspiration and self-transformational energy.

Introverted Intuition (Ni) in ESFPs is mysterious and expansive, driving forward momentum.

ESFPs have a 'just do it' attitude, propelled by inspired Ni and Se-Te functions.

Extraverted Thinking (Te) in ESFPs is flexible, individualized, and supports experiential learning.

ESFPs may experience lapses in reason or careless mistakes due to Te inconsistency.

Introverted Thinking (Ti) in ESFPs is subconscious and often derived from Extraverted Thinking applications.

ESFPs can be open-minded but may struggle with precise internal analysis.

Transcripts

Hey there - so this video is going to give you 5 signs you are not an ESFP

and unlike the other types I've covered so far in this series

it's got to be said the ESFP is not a common source of mistyping, quite the reverse in fact

many people who consider themselves to be INFPs, INFJs, ENFPs, heck even some INTJs

may in fact have an ESFP cognition

and I do have good reason to suspect the ESFP cognition

may even comprise the majority of mistyped INFJ communities

and as such while the purpose of this video remains to help people determine whether or not they are truly an ESFP

it is also my hope people with an ESFP cognition mistyped as other types will also come to this video

and hopefully take one step closer to finding their true cognitive type

heck maybe even you, yourself may be an ESFP

so let us now dive into the first sign you are not an ESFP

starting with the difference between cognitive introversion and cognitive extraversion

now, despite the fact that many ESFPs who enter this personality typing domain

may be for various reasons a little bit shyer

and more withdrawn than your noisy ESFP neighbor

they remain very much cognitively extraverted

not every ESFP is going to be sociable and bouncing off the walls with their reckless abandon

and it is perfectly possible for an ESFP cognition to consistently receive an introverted score from an online test

however the cognition of this type

you know what's going on beneath the surface

is very much more reactive than it is proactive

a reactive cognition tends to operate as an extension of an external interaction

whereas that more proactive in nature

is far more autonomous, engaged much more for its own sake

independent of any such external medium

now this is not to say the ESFP will experience an absence of the latter

we are all of us both introverted and extraverted after all

but assuming that the ESFP actually has things worth engaging with in the first place

they will tend to exhibit a greater sum of reactive cognition

and this could pertain as much to having a conversation with people

as it could to going down a rabbit hole of research

acquiring a skill, engaging in a creative pursuit

external activity does not have to be sociable

in order to be considered extraverted

and the habitat distinction, you know the space where you're surrounded with, is a very important one

because even the most extraverted individual

are going to have times where they have no choice but to turn their thought inward

let's say you're waiting for a train and your phone's run out of battery

well what are you going to do, you can either strike up a conversation with the person who you don't know right next to you

or you can start engaging in an internal dialogue

and as such the ESFP will find themselves more naturally engaged with an external conduit for their attention

it is not to say the ESFP lacks internal thoughts

but rather that much of the internal thought that you experience is more

extensive of, contingent upon, external interaction

and as such if you find yourself only ever going through short bursts of

external interaction before your thoughts begin to turn inwardly

it is somewhat less likely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you find the bulk of your external interaction to be

more of an extension of an internal dialogue

say from a more predictive center

it is less likely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you look at me right now in front of the camera

I'm not in a particularly extraverted state

but the extraversion I am displaying, this act of communication

is one whereby I am relaying Introverted Thinking information to you

my extraverted processes are acting as an extension of my introverted ones

rather than independently of an introverted center

the ESFP is very much a cognitive extravert

and they do tend to feel a lot more harmonized with reality as a whole

when they are engaged with an external pursuit

and just a reminder, these external pursuits do not have to be

hyper-intense, all systems go to be considered extraverted

sign number two that you are not an ESFP

Extraverted Sensing dominant function

so contrary to popular belief

Extraverted Sensing is not the aware of everything at once, bouncing off the walls function

in fact the reason this function enjoys a particularly tangible experience of external reality

is because it is not aware of everything at once

now let me explain

in a nutshell one cannot be aware of absolutely everything going on around oneself

and simultaneously enjoy a rich and tangible life experience

this is because in order to render and experience tangible in the first place

you must effectively lock onto it via an intense state of focus

as such it is erroneous to equate a function known for tangible life experience with some kind of hyper-spatial awareness

this is not to say Extraverted Sensing dominants lack, to any degree, spatial awareness

because after all perceiving a lamp post for example

as a tangible object is an effective countermeasure against walking headfirst into it

however, as far as macroscopic perception of external reality

that is seeing everything at once is concerned

that is much more the domain of the Extraverted Intuitive

sure enough Extraverted Intuitives do perceive reality in a much more abstract manner to that of the Extraverted Sensor

but it is the Se dominant who may lock in so intensely upon a single object or experience

as to lose sight of all others or even the space in which this experience or object resides

and it is this very hyper fixation that renders reality tangible in the first place

and as such if you find your attention scattered across everywhere

and yet unable to lock into anything specific

it is actually unlikely you are an Se dominant

the Se dominant experiences external reality in a very rich and intense manner

and the ESFP in particular

often finds themselves with a very keen sense for aesthetic details

that may go completely unnoticed by other types

and this does lend the type a certain artistic inclination

which is amplified by the type's natural desire for authentic self-expression

and if this rich, oftentimes aesthetic experience of tangible external reality is resonating with you

well, you may very well be an ESFP

but I would say, as an aside, it is unreliable to gauge a person's Extraverted Sensing position

based upon their capacity for intense stimulation alone

because while many ESFPs, I'd even say the majority of ESFPs

will tend to enjoy a higher capacity for prolonged bouts of intense, external interaction than say some other types

this is not going to be the rule for every single ESFP

there are many different factors outside of personality type that can influence a person's tolerance for external stimuli

so yes, many ESFPs will be able to go to say a wild party

and want to go to another one the next day

but this is not going to apply to every single person of this type

which leads us neatly to sign number three that you are not an ESFP

the Introverted Feeling Authority function

the ESFP does not explore the external world for its own sake

but rather at the behest of individual identity

as such, contrary to popular belief

the ESFP does not pursue intense experiences for their own sake

or even as an escape from the confines of introverted dialogue

but rather much more often to serve as a bridge between

external reality and one's authentic self

indeed the greatest drive for people of this type tends to be self-realization

and as such authenticity does tend to be pretty high on an ESFP's list of priorities

indeed, the ESFP tends to have the lowest tolerance for

what might be considered inauthentic behavior

but conversely tends to have a lot of natural respect for

those people who remain very much true to their own values in the face of adversity

and this natural valuing of authenticity is often

more of a byproduct of the authoritative influence of Introverted Feeling within this type

while it is possible in some instances for the Authority function to be subdued

it is relatively rare for an ESFP to transgress the boundaries set by their identity

for the ESFP, Introverted Feeling tends to act as the

north star to guide the excursions of the dominant functions

that being said, more divergent subtypes of the ESFP

which I do suspect to comprise many mistyped INFJs for example

may lack the Extraverted Sensing- Extraverted Thinking convergent egoistic energies

necessary to establish firm personal boundaries

Introverted Feeling in these instances tends to remain highly divergent and thus observable

but can give way to a large degree of Extraverted Feeling subservience

and an Introverted Intuitive Oppositional dialogue mistaken for actual Introverted Intuitive dominance

however, back to the Introverted Feeling Authority

the ESFP is very much a creative idealist

who ventures out into external reality

not just to express one's own individuality

but also to explore the inspirational energies

that are necessary for the self- transformation this type so often craves

and this self-transformative agenda

lends itself to the Introverted Intuitive lens to which Introverted Feeling in this type is assigned

unlike convergent Fi users however

this Ni-Fi flux occurs, within the ESFP, very much outside of the Ego

and as such the type can be taken aback oftentimes by entirely unforeseen surges in

inspiration and self-transformational energies

and it is not uncommon for the ESFP to go months or even years in search of this very inspiration

until suddenly they wake up one morning with a jolt of internal energies

that effectively propel them towards the next step in their journey

however, this ability to be inspired in the first place can be a double-edged sword

as without the very inspiration they crave

self-motivation can be difficult for this type

if you find consistent authentic self-expression to be

however desirable more secondary to your psyche than it is a compulsive driving force

and even find yourself to make concessions in that area for the sake of say social harmony or pragmatism even

it is somewhat unlikely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you find your inner self to be a static concept

that tends to contract more than it expands

experiencing little transformational flux over the course of say, 10 years

it is again unlikely you are an ESFP

the ESFP experience's not only a strong sense of individuality

but also the ever expansion of what that individuality encompasses in the first place

the identity of the ESFP is often so expansive as to necessitate an archetype

in order to both anchor it in place

and to capture its totality in a way that can be effectively communicated

sign number four that you are not an ESFP

the Introverted Intuitive Oppositional function

for all but the most extraverted of ESFPs there tends to exist a vast inner world

and this Introverted Intuition in Oppositional position

tends to be even more mysterious and otherworldly

than that of the actual Ni dominant

this is because whereas the Ni of the INTJ and the INFJ is Ego-approximate

and therefore much more consciously directed

that of the Se dominant is much more outside of the Ego

and consequently a much more altogether elusive experience

and whereas convergent Introverted Intuition tends to hone in on a single cohesive narrative

that Introverted Intuition which is more divergent, particularly here in Oppositional position

tends to be far more expansive

and being paired with Fi in the case of the ESFP

this function here tends to have a more naturally mysterious allure to it

as such ESFPs tend to have a natural attunement to

the expansive potential of existence

while the Ego of the ESFP lends itself to what can be tangibly experienced

there lies under the veil of most ESFPs

a sense of natural wonder at the magic of reality

it is this very sense of wonder that lends this type their oftentimes very natural sense of enthusiasm

every moment has a capacity to be life-changing

every burst of inspiration has great transformative power

and indeed owing to the individualist agenda

the ESFP may oftentimes feel pressured and compelled

to present themselves as much more an

infinite source of enthusiasm and zest than they actually are

especially when you couple this with a natural valuing of an Extraverted Feeling atmosphere

as such, while Ni processes here, much to the infuriation of this type, can be difficult to direct

the results of these processes

tend to give the type a certain forward momentum

and this resulting Ni compulsion can feel for this type akin to

a pair of invisible hands on their back pushing them in a straightforward trajectory

whereby the type tends to be certain of a desired outcome

but uncertain of the means by which they arrived at that desire

and the means by which the outcome can be achieved in the first place

and this tends to lend the ESFP a no nonsense, "just do it" attitude

for with an inspired Ni fueling their Se-Te

there tends to be very little that can stand in the way between

this type and the person they want to become

as such if you find your inspirations far less explosive in nature

and find your interests to be scattered across reality in a much more

disparate than singular and intense fashion

it is unlikely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you find yourself struggling much more with the

action component, taking upon meaningful inspiration

than the actual generation of this inspiration in the first place

it is again unlikely you are an ESFP

as adept as the ESFP is at following the heart's desires

the inspiration necessary to fuel this very activity

is often contingent upon tangible external experience

and as such does tend to be less internally generated than that of say the INFJ

and while not all ESFPs will conform to the action hero stereotype

nor even be particularly seeking of the spotlight in the first place

assertion of one's own individuality and values does tend to come a little bit easier for this type than say for others

and this very action orientation is complemented further by the Extraverted Thinking auxiliary of this type

now this externally analytical function is much less an ongoing constant within this type

and much more of an assistive tool as the name auxiliary would very well imply

towards a more experiential Extraverted Sensing dominant agenda

however, this more volitional and compulsive nature of this function

gives it a high degree of fluidity and individuality

often manifesting as a highly individualized skill set

or methodology in perfect complement to

and very much acting at the behest of

the Introverted Feeling authority of this type

when this type is sufficiently inspired as to fully activate this function

they may find themselves acquiring new skill sets both quickly and intuitively

paired as it is after all to Extraverted Sensing

Extraverted Thinking within this type tends to focus into a much smaller portion

of external reality than to say that of the ENFP

and as such tends to lend this type a

natural appreciation for nuance and sophistication

as such the Extraverted Thinking of this type maybe is drawn towards

artistic and athletic pursuits as it may be towards

anything requiring a finer attention to, and appreciation for, minute detail

such as microbiology for example

so long as the field imparts sufficient bursts of intense experience

relying less upon say rote memorization for its own sake

the ESFP may find their natural attention to detail

and flexible thinking style well suited to many different vocations

however, the caveat of this very Extraverted Thinking flexibility lies in its inconsistency

much to the infuriation of both themselves and others

the ESFP may experience occasional lapses of reason

whereby Extraverted Thinking becomes much more delegated to the unconscious

and while this very unconscious delegation may yet further fuel this type's natural creativity

it can manifest itself in impulsive or even reckless behavior

or in a more passive and arguably more common sense

the tendency towards careless mistakes

and contrary to Se stereotypes, lapses in spatial awareness

and while we're on this topic

I do have to point out while spatial awareness is very much the sum of many different functions

it is much more of a Te thing than it is an Se thing

which is why you may notice

INTJs tend to report much higher levels of spatial awareness than the

Extraverted Thinking blind INFJ

but I digress, the Extraverted Thinking of the

ESFP is much more relational than it is compulsive

requiring conscious activation

if you experience little flexibility in this area

finding conscious deliberate thought and analysis to be much more of an ongoing constant within your psyche

seldom giving way to a more intuitive external experience

it is again unlikely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you find yourself instead with a preference for Te efficiency

preferring to follow tutorials and learn things in a tried and tested manner

over finding your own individualized approach

it is again unlikely you are an ESFP

bonus point - a tendency to rely upon Introverted Feeling processing

considered alongside the much more volitional nature of thinking as a whole within this type

tends to ensue an Introverted Thinking blind spot

now, while it is true that many ESFPs will

report a level of insecurity with a consciously directed internal thought process

especially around other people where the Extraverted Feeling side of the

Extraverted Feeling-Introverted Thinking axis is emphasized

there is yet a good reason why ESFPs so often mistype as Introverted Thinkers

such as the ESTP and indeed INFJ

while many ESFPs will be fully aware

of their aversion to precise internal analysis

it is fair to say they do not rely

completely 100% upon the more experiential deliberations of

Introverted Feeling-Introverted Intuition either

ESFPs most certainly still think

however, such Ti dialogue tends to be more of a subconscious hum within this type

and that Introverted Thinking which is more conscious

tends to have an Extraverted Thinking origin point

such as an understanding of that which the ESFP is interacting with

that is to say there is a good reason why ESFPs are so often fast on their feet

and sound tacticians within their chosen field

there's also a good reason why they tend to acquire skills with such relative ease

for as long as the type can see the logic of values in front of them

employing Introverted Thinking to both understand the mechanisms and innovate upon them

Introverted Thinking is far less of a blind spot within this type

as some type descriptions would make it out to be

however, when it comes to employing Introverted Thinking

independently of such Extraverted Thinking application

the type may encounter significantly more resistance

the ESFP may yet find themselves coming to the correct conclusion

but when asked by others to say, explain their reasoning

the ESFP may find themselves with a loss for words

and you can maybe now see why ESFPs tend to mistype as

the more elusive, mystical, and misunderstood INFJ

this Ti insecurity in conjunction with the mysterious allure of Ni in Oppositional position

can lead to an outright rejection of analytical thought

and a greater attraction towards

underdog theories that are, by their very nature, difficult to prove

and again you may see now why there are many more ESFPs in the community

than online personality test results may indicate

it is not that Introverted Thinking insecure variants of ESFPs are naive you understand

but more that the relative blindness of this function

considered alongside the open-ended nature of Ni in the Oppositional position

does tend to manifest in a type more naturally open-minded than others

if you find vivid and precise internal analysis to come easily to you

and can easily trace back the steps that you took in order to come to your own logical conclusion

it is unlikely you are an ESFP

furthermore, if you tend to struggle to keep an open mind

generally finding your logic to be more absolute and dismissive

it is again unlikely you are this type

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into what I consider to be a highly underrated and misunderstood personality type

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