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Michael Caloz cognitive function test results :)

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I don't like the Michael Caloz test and I don't know if I ever expressed my displeasure with it in its relevant thread. One of its problems is that it goes quite far with its latter assumptions. A common mistake these tests make is over extrapolate Fe. They think that thinking about feeling in an extroverted manner automatically = group harmony. Granted, while Fe people think about decisions that affect groups at large- especially decisions that focus on their feelings, whether those decisions are 'harmonious' or not is a separate matter.

How else can one get to caring about harmony? If I am typed correctly, you can use me as an example. I care about group harmonies because that is a personal value, and I take actions to ensure that that because I am thinking about how individuals feel within their groups. However, unlike Fe doms, my focus (you could say my awareness) of the individual is generally not something I can ignore.

Let's think about gift-giving. My ESFJ friends will give without conscious thought to how giving that gift costs them. It's like their individual self has disappeared. Contrast that with me. When I give a gift, I notice how getting the gift for them affects me. And then I decide to give it away. Like, I could be rather happy if I kept this bag of coffee, but I'm giving it away because that's what I'm going to do. Meanwhile, I think the ESFJ is focused on the outcome more. Giving gift makes them happy.

The Michael Caloz test has me as ISTJ, INTP, and some other third type. INFP was forth.

Instead, I'd like to recommend you give the Sakinorva Cognitive Function Domains Test a go. You'll get an idea of how people online might type you, some information as to the different systems typists refer to, and various answers as what your type might be. It's a good starting point.