{"id":17060,"date":"2024-02-25T12:38:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-25T09:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/masarat-sy.org\/?p=17060"},"modified":"2024-04-22T14:42:06","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T11:42:06","slug":"understanding-personality-styles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/masarat-sy.org\/en\/understanding-personality-styles\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Personality Styles: How Information Reception and Decision-Making Affect Our Lives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/masarat-sy.org\/en\/personality-types\/\">In our previous article<\/a>, we touched on personality Styles\u2014extroverted and introverted\u2014focusing on how individuals receive information from their environment and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Discover how <a href=\"https:\/\/masarat-sy.org\/en\/psychology\/\">personality styles influence<\/a> information reception and interactions with stubborn or harsh personalities, and learn strategies to enhance understanding, communication, and decision-making in both professional and personal contexts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Each of us utilizes our five senses to experience tastes and visuals around us, and also relies on our intuition for future planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>How do you receive external information?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>The Sensory-Reliant Person<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Utilizes the five senses to confirm facts, like seeing or hearing them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Focuses on facts and details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Lives in the current moment (logical and realistic).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Trusts proven facts and generally dislikes fantasy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>The Intuitive Person<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Trusts inspiration and inference, creating new steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Uses phrases like &#8220;I feel,&#8221; &#8220;I anticipate,&#8221; and &#8220;I sense.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Employs analogy and symbolism.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Grasps the overall meaning and connections between things.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Leans towards imagination and creativity (the &#8220;sixth sense&#8221;).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Typically, humans base their decisions on rational facts, making them logical thinkers, or on values and emotional connections, making them feelers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Thus, decisions are made either through reason or emotion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">We all become thinkers when doing the right thing regardless of feelings, like when buying only one garment of the same color because another isn&#8217;t necessary. Conversely, we all act emotionally when purchasing something merely because we love it, without logical reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>What are the characteristics of a thinker?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Listens and analyzes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Emotionally neutral, rational, and fair.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Critical, always spotting flaws and rarely satisfied.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Honest to a fault, lacking diplomacy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Often seen as heartless, although they value emotions when they are logical.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Energetic and enthusiastic.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Characteristics of the emotional, poetic person<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Driven by mood swings and emotions more than by the reasoning of logic, math, and practical considerations, this person is:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Easily affected<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Quick to excite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Sensitive, poetic, and dreamy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Imaginative and romantic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Kind-hearted<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Quick to anger but also quick to forgive and reconcile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Sociable and loves people<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Well-intentioned, trusting everyone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Generous by nature, often putting others before themselves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Occasionally sharp-tempered, but quickly calms down and stabilizes, with forgiveness and tolerance prevailing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Now, dear reader, do you identify more as a thinker or a feeler?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>How do humans organize their surroundings?\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">We all act as &#8220;judgers&#8221; when we make to-do lists for tomorrow, and as &#8220;perceivers&#8221; when we delay decisions while exploring alternatives and react spontaneously to events (like procrastinating).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">To determine which of the two groups you lean towards, ask yourself the following questions:<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Do you make decisions quickly and decisively, or do you procrastinate?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Do you prefer a definitive choice, or do you like to keep options open?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Do you prefer controlling events, or do you let others decide?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Are you punctual and value time, or are you often late and struggle with time management?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Are you organized, or do you find it difficult to manage your surroundings?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Do you prefer to work first and relax later, or do you often delay duties?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>The judging or decisive person<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Likes to settle matters and feels great satisfaction after making decisions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Prioritizes work first, then relaxation and leisure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Sets goals and actively pursues them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Is decisive and seldom hesitates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Consistently perceives time as limited.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Is strict with schedules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Adheres to a timed plan for tasks, systematically organizing them as 1, 2, 3.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>The perceptive or impressionistic person<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Always keeps options open and enjoys investigating and gathering information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Are indecisive and changes goals as new information becomes available.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Lives by the principle: Enjoy first, then attend to work later as there&#8217;s plenty of time ahead.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Is flexible and adaptable, quickly adjusting to new circumstances and environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Focuses on the process of execution rather than the final outcome.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Is slow in execution, enjoying starting projects more than finishing them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Maintains a flexible life open to all possibilities, with very flexible schedules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Loves surprises and often delays everything until the last moment, spontaneous and impromptu.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Remember, dear reader: The diversity in personality Styles and individual differences are crucial for effective teamwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Dealing with Stubborn and Harsh Individuals:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Harshness kills creativity. <\/span>The harsh individual suffers from this, and those who are harsh to others reap the same results.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">The stubborn individual does not easily change their mind.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Refuses to accept blame, and does not listen to others, only their own thoughts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><b>How to Deal with the Harsh and Stubborn:<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Stay calm, control your nerves, and avoid getting angry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Allow the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Stubborn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stubborn person<\/a> to finish speaking. Exercise patience.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Be objective and do not take harsh words as a personal insult.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Define your goal, and focus your thoughts and dialogue on achieving it. When you are able to start the conversation, explain the mutual benefits for all viewpoints, and offer alternative solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Tell the person you are addressing: &#8220;The proposal I am presenting offers the following benefits&#8230;&#8221; and enumerate them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Say to them: &#8220;I am confident you will agree with this proposal because it solves the specific problem and provides the following benefit.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Present documents, when necessary, as they prepare the harsh person for understanding and make the stubborn person reconsider their stubbornness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Ensure that everything you present is carefully thought out, and that you have sufficient data for the proposal. Have your proposal in written form so that when agreed upon, you can request formal approval.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Be clear that one person\u2019s acceptance of another&#8217;s opinion does not mean a victory over the other; this is not a war, but rather, you are together in the same boat, and the decision affects both of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Despite being harsh or stubborn, they need a friend. 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