The Dichotomies

The MBTI ® “Letter Dichotomies” refer to the pairs of psychological

preferences—represented by letters such as “I” or “E”—that most type
tests
force you to choose between. The letters and their corresponding
explanations are as follows:
I is for Introvert
Introverts:
Gain energy or ‘recharge’ through alone
time.
Prefer to maintain a small circle of close
friends.
Generally feel most comfortable while
alone.
Are perceived as quiet or reserved by
others.
E is for Extrovert
Extroverts:
Gain energy or ‘recharge’ through
social interaction.
Enjoy having a wide circle of friends
and acquaintances.
Generally feel comfortable in the
company of others.
Are perceived as ‘outgoing’ or
sociable by others.
N is for Intuitive
Intuitives:
Are ‘big picture’ thinkers.
Are quick to recognize patterns and
make connections between abstract
ideas.
Are more concerned with theories than
with concrete facts and observations.
Focus the majority of their attention on
conceptualizing future possibilities.
S is for Sensing
Sensors:
Prefer dealing with the physical world
of objects to the intangible world of
ideas.
Are realistic and down-to-earth in
their observations.
Prefer learning facts first and theory
second.
Focus the majority of their attention
on either the past or the present
moment.