Figured I’d start off with something that might grab all of
you reader’s attention… those who take the time to read this to its entirety. I
am JAK and I am an ISTP… sounds a
bit like an A/A meeting. Doesn’t it? I guess I’ll be leading the show and get
straight to the point then.
I am an ISTP… but
what does that mean? Those who knows what the four letters mean; may get an
idea… those who know NOTHING about Psychology may just titter and imagine the
possible acronyms they could build off the four existing characters.
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I – Introversion preferred
to extraversion: ISTPs tend to be quiet and reserved. They generally prefer
interacting with a few close friends rather than a wide circle of
acquaintances, and they expend energy in social situations
(whereas extroverts gain energy).[5]
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S – Sensing preferred to
intuition: ISTPs tend to be more concrete than abstract. They focus their
attention on the details rather than the big picture, and on immediate
realities rather than future possibilities.[6]
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T – Thinking preferred to feeling:
ISTPs tend to rely on objective criteria rather than personal values. When
making decisions, they generally give more weight to logic than to social
considerations.[7]
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P – Perception preferred to
judgment: ISTPs tend to withhold judgment and delay important decisions,
preferring to "keep their options open" should circumstances change.[8]
Here’s a brief summary/ explanation thanks in credit to our
lovely Wikipedia… Though seriously; while I’d like to supply valuable resources…
I am at a stance where my only advise to learn more on the subject is by doing
your own research.
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What does all that mean? Since some may get it; and some may
not; I will explain it in my phrasing. This way however. I will tell you what
it means to me. Growing up I have always been pushed to ‘know’ myself. Each
stage of development has been drastically different from the ones before… and I
have to say; I have certainly come a long way. Most people (if they read about
the personality types and stumble across ISTP) will probably think that the
most ‘common’ ISTP are those who are: reckless, bull-headed, ignorant monkey
wrench car mechanic freaks, or thrill seekers. While it may be the case in most
instances (Not discrediting psychology in anyway) there is more to the field
than most pay attention to. Most people do not read much past ‘hey, that’s
pretty neat’ Simple to comparison… finding one’s personality type is like
discovering your zodiac. There is A
science to Psychology; understanding the ‘human mind’ is an an essential goal
of mine…
SO not to get off track; I loop around to say, most ‘general’
notes made about the ISTP are true… although overgeneralized. ISTP’s tend to be
reckless; adventure seeking… aloof or ‘shy’ social creatures. As an ISTP I take
in EVERY. THING. Sometimes it becomes a bit overwhelming to keep track with all
that goes on in life. While some may go into work and scan through their hours
routinely fulfilling their duties in that day; I take in everything. I don’t
just see the obstacles in the way of my work; or correspond with everything
going on around me; I also notice what’s going on around me from all sides. If
asked specifically what went on at this time; or what I witnessed during an
entire event; I could fill you in on all the details (least what I deem
necessary info) ((And through any point this blog sounds vain or arrogant; I do
apologize, I do not mean for it to offend anyone… ))
While remaining an aloof, seeming somewhat distant minded creature…
I want it to be known I am far from unintelligent. Try processing every detail
of an average day and tell me how well you do. I may tend to do things that
seem reckless… though I know what I am doing. I do not try; when I see no point…
if there is no gain in it for me… Or anyone else I immediately tend to; WHY?
May seem a bit selfish; but in the end… Who can scrutinize? I care more about the rest of the people in the
world; than they believe their selves to. Why? Someone has to look out for
those least experienced in life; right?
I believe there is a hierarchy structure in all fields of
life. Whoever told you that every man and woman is equal… is full of shit. I do
believe people are born with the potential of greatness… but most can’t even
push past the adept stages of life. I
was born with a greater purpose other than to work; have children, and grow old
and die. Whatever happened to the days of apprenticeship? Where while a person
was not born with any standing; or significance… they could prove their medal
through hard work. Everything is handed to us in life; and we are fooled into
thinking that principles of equality are even possible. There’s always a bigger
dick raining down on your parade; pulling the strings of your life.
By this point; it’s become rather obvious I’ve strayed from
the topic of what it means to me to be an ISTP. Quite honestly; it’s more of a
subject better discussed in public with an audience who have a good
understanding on the topic. This blog shall be my introductory blog; my way of
saying: HELLO! To the rest of blogspot. My name is JAK; and I would like to
lead people in the apprenticeship of life. There’s always plenty to learn; so I
hope all of you bear with me. As I am mortal; I am prone to mistakes… Through
this blogger, I will track every notable thought, record every piece of advice,
and keep you updated on the development; overall person that is JAK.
I hope all of this has been good to read at the very least;
and look forward to keeping an update to this blog as frequently as possible.
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