Have you ever met someone for the first time and the two of you just clicked? Sometimes this happens when we interact with people with the same personality type as ours. And if those interactions turn into lasting relationships, reunions—even after a long separation—often feel as if no time has passed at all. It’s wonderful when that happens, but this isn’t to say that these relationships necessarily have to be richer, more intimate, or more rewarding than those we have w...

MBTI type can tell you a lot about a person. Most people who know about the Myers-Briggs assessment know there are four letters that make up the MBTI personality type, but each of those letters is really just scratching the surface. You can then start looking at how each of the letters work together in combination, how your interests and upbringing and learned behaviors change the lens with which your preferences shine through. Then you can start seeing how each of the letters interact with each...

Dating can be hard. Long relationships can be even tougher. And don’t get me wrong, I love snuggling on the couch with my significant other while catching up on Walking Dead and eating kettle corn as much as the next gal, but finding that special someone usually isn’t easy. There are so many things we could cover when it comes to Myers-Briggs and romantic relationships, but we're going to try to keep this series of blogs on relationships and dating focused on in-depth, helpful inform...

No matter what holiday you celebrate, the end of the year is typically the time you’re buying gifts for friends and family. So we thought now would be a great time to suggest giving them something you know they could use: the Myers-Briggs assessment. If you’re on this blog, you probably already know your MBTI personality type and understand the value and power of being aware of your own preferences. And if you’re thinking of giving someone the gift of personality, what better gift than one of th...

In our previous post we talked about some of the warning signs of stress, especially stress that can occur during the holidays, for each of the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types. As a reminder, we’re not talking about the sort of severe stress that could cause trauma or that stems from illness, but rather everyday can’t-get-it-all-done-in-time stress that’s especially common during the holidays. Now let’s take a look at how you can use your knowledge of Myers-Briggs® type to help you recognize a...

If you’re a kid, holiday means time out of school while someone else worries about the planning and coordination, the cooking, and the gift giving. And while many adults enjoy the holidays too, it can be an incredibly stressful time—and most of us are stressing out about similar things. The American Psychological Association cites lack of time (67%) and money (62%) as the biggest common stressors. How can we tell when we or others are stressed, and what’s a good way to deal with holiday stress (...

When we talk about getting organized in various aspects of our lives--work, school, home--one of the most important considerations is our Myers Briggs preference for either Judging or Perceiving. Those who prefer Judging tend to take a well-planned and methodical approach to life that can be characterized by starting things early, and following a structured plan with standardized schedules and routines. Let’s be honest: someone with a Judging preference probably doesn’t need my advice on “how to...

When it comes to accomplishing something worthwhile, people almost agree that getting organized is an indispensable step. Yet, the way we define “organized” can differ greatly from person to person. While neatly written “to-do” lists and tidy desks might seem like the perfect picture of organization, there are actually different ways to be organized. Knowing what style of organization works best for you will not only help you get organized, but also make it easier for you to stay that way. The M...

Most people think about a career as something that will align to their interests and personality. Most people even have a few alternatives for a “dream job” (which sometimes aren’t realistic, depending on their age and other factors). We did a survey a few years back with high school and college students about what their expectations of careers were (you could call them millennials), and the results were really interesting. Do your opinions l...

Before we get into this post, keep in mind that this information shows trends and in no way implies which careers anyone should or should not pursue based on MBTI® type. While knowing your MBTI preferences can help you identify your strengths and unique gifts, that doesn’t mean that you won’t enjoy a career that’s not popular with, or commonly associated with, your MBTI type. The more self-aware you are and the better you understand yourself, the better your decisions will ...