How is a method of understanding personality differences, developed in the early 1900’s, still relevant today? The accuracy and relevance of Jungian Typology has been widely discussed and researched. Thousands of publications have been released that give insights into human behavior. Human development as implemented through the lens of personality typology is just as meaningful…
This blog is an excerpt from a feedback session with a client who was seen for coaching to improve his ability to develop interpersonal relationships. He is in his mid-20’s and not currently involved in a significant relationship. He reported a previous experience with a 16-Type measure that indicated a preference for ISTJ (which was…
This blog covers some of the things that I have learned about the power that is found in the 8-Process Scores when combining the scores in meaningful ways. It involves using a calculator (in brain or electronic) and adding up pairs of scores. We have presented to us the attitudes of E and I (all…
In this blog, I’ll discuss a practical ethical method of using the 8-Process scores in a group or team context. This method can be applied to dyads or large organizations. There is a lot of power in the information provided in the scores, but errors in use can come from errors in beliefs. There are…
Often the individuals that we professionals work with, report a previous experience with an online assessment that gave a different 4-letter Type code. Much like free medical advice, the results can be harmful for similar reasons. Getting information, typological or medical, is an interesting personal exercise. The simple process of learning something about ourselves and…
In this blog, I will talk about some methods for making use of the Elements of Personality Type reports in talking with clients. There is a great deal of information in the two reports (client report and professional report), and it does take time and practice to use it efficiently and effectively. My goal in…
Why would a professional want to use the Elements of Personality Type (subscales)? People have long known that individuals of the same type can function and appear differently. This has at times been a frustration for professionals because they have two people of the same type and yet they seem to be opposites in some…
The Personality Formation scores are a “new – old thing.” Let me explain. As I was reading Jung’s (1923) text “Psychological Types” and learning about Type, I noticed that Jung referred to the occurrence of blockages to the development of personality Type (old thing). He discusses how life experiences can facilitate or inhibit the natural…
For a decade, the 8-process scores have been used and evaluated. Even though many professionals have found this element of the Majors’ assessments to be very useful, questions remain about exactly what it is and is not. In this blog, I’ll cover some 8-process information that may clear things up for many who need a…
I recall my first exposure to Psychological Type (mid 1980s). After completing an assessment I was told a litany of what I prefer. Most of the information that I received was accurate and very helpful. Some of it was off and a bit confusing. This is not a criticism of the 16-Type model or any…
Responding to the question: How was type represented (and misrepresented) in the HBOMAX show PERSONA? A psychometrician’s reaction to the Movie Persona . . . It is an interesting movie! I will watch it again to ensure I catch it all. I do have a response based upon a first look: There are often individuals…
Many people believe that psychological type consists of four pairs of opposing preferences. Learn the pairs and the behaviors associated with each one, and that’s all there is to it. When you read Jung’s (1921/1971, paras. 570, 571, 575, 588, 608, 637, 736, 764, 956) Psychological Types, you discover there is a lot more to…