Name That Preference
J or P
J or P
Shawn loves making a to-do list every morning before starting his workday. It makes him feel accomplished as the day goes on and he checks items off, one-be one. What does Shawn likely have a strong preference for?
J - Judging
If you are a naturally empathetic person who feels other's emotional states, what preference are you likely?
F
Melissa had intended on going to the gym Saturday morning. When she wakes up on Saturday, she looks outside and sees a snowstorm. She immediately gets back into her bed and comfortably goes back to sleep. Which preference does she likely have?
P - Perceiving
Jason is likely T
Ariana is likely F
It's Monday morning and Ralph is pumped! He is leading his team in a brainstorming meeting to discuss 2025 goals and strategic objectives. He is excited to see what emerges from the team discussion and can't wait to see what evolves from there. Which preferences are Ralph likely displaying?
T and P
Sandra is upset and calls her friend Johnny in the middle of the workday for advice. After a few minutes of listening, Johnny offers solutions and Sandra is now even more angry. Which preferences are Johnny and Sandra? Why do you think was a clash?
Johnny is a TJ - sees a logical solution and offers closure.
Sandra is an FP - she did not think about the timing of when she was calling and was more focused on getting her emotions out.
Shawn has been looking forward to his trip to Egypt for months! He has planned the itinerary, packed his suitcases well in advance and is now waiting on his friends at the airport. When Shawn's friends arrive, they are 30 minutes late and Shawn notices they did not stick to his packing list. What preference is Shawn and his friends? How do you think the rest of the trip will unfold?
Shawn is a strong J, his friends are P's. Both will have to compromise and work together to allow the trip to go over smoothly.
Lily's is talking with her mom on the phone. Her mom is complaining about her high cholesterol. Lily has been advising her mom to start exercising as it will likely help. She's frustrated that her mom seems to not listen to her. She takes a breath and reminds herself that it's hard for her mom to start a routine. She decides to not lead with fixing her mom's issue but rather just make her feel heard. What preference is Lily's natural go to?
Lily is a natural TJ. She has learned however when to lean into her F and recognizes not everyone is a J like her.
Lily's is talking with her mom on the phone. Her mom is complaining about her high cholesterol. Lily has been advising her mom to start exercising as it will likely help. She's frustrated that her mom seems to not listen to her. She takes a breath and reminds herself that it's hard for her mom to start a routine. She decides to not lead with fixing her mom's issue but rather just make her feel heard. What preference is Lily's natural go to?
Lily is a natural TJ. She has learned however when to lean into her F and recognizes not everyone is a J like her.