could u tell us more about each mbti type in general ? ur post about the whc characters was so interesting <3
i'm glad you enjoyed my post about whc, and of course, i'd be more than happy to brief you about mbti. however, i hope you don't regret asking this question, because you might have unleashed a beast.
so, get ready for a quick mbti class! here's a little cheat sheet i made for your reference:
so basically, mbti operates on cognitive functions, which are just the mental processes we rely on to make decisions and understand the world. there are eight functions total, and each one is either:
introverted or extraverted (how you engage with your inner self versus how you engage with the external world)
judging or perceiving (deciding versus observing)
everyone has all eight functions, but in different orders. your mbti “type” (like INFP, ESTJ, etc.) is based on which four you use the most, and especially your top two, called the dominant and auxiliary functions. these two shape most of your personality.
if your dominant function is a perceiving function (N, S), then your auxiliary function would be a judging function (T, F). if one is extraverted, the other is introverted.
so if you're an ISTJ, for example, that doesn't mean you don't perceive at all. the S in ISTJ helps you perceive (through sensing), while the T helps you judge. J in your mbti just means that your judging function (T) makes the external part of your personality (so, Te), while your perceiving function (S) is who you are on the inside, (so Si).
now that we have that out of the way, let me brief you on all 16 mbti types, based on their dominant/auxiliary function pairings:
to explain functions a bit: an INFP's dominant function is Fi (introverted feeling), which means their personal values and emotions are very inward, deep, and individual.
their auxiliary is Ne (extraverted intuition), so they interpret the world through patterns, ideas, and possibilities, very externally focused.
so INFPs tend to be thoughtful, emotionally independent, and idealistic. they care a lot about authenticity and inner peace, and they love exploring new ideas and meanings behind things.
ENFPs lead with extraverted intuition, constantly scanning for possibilities, ideas, connections. their secondary function, Fi, means they check those ideas against their personal values.
they’re outwardly energetic, spontaneous, and full of big-picture thinking, but they’re also quietly principled and sensitive under the surface.
the difference between ENFP and INFP isn't that one is an extrovert and the other is an introvert (though that might be the case, a lot of times). it just means that ENFP's intuition (Ne) is stronger than their feeling (Fi), while an INFP's Fi is stronger than their Ne.
introverted intuition (Ni) leads INFJs to focus inwardly on abstract insights, long-term patterns, and “gut” feelings. Fe, their secondary, is how they connect to others, read emotional environments and try to maintain harmony.
they often come across as calm, gentle, and emotionally intelligent externally (because their external function is feeling), yet internally they can be intense and future-focused, thanks to their introverted intuition.
ENFJs lead with Fe, meaning they prioritize external harmony and the emotional needs of others. their Ni makes them insightful about people’s long-term paths and potential.
they are warm, empathetic leaders, often guiding others with a mix of emotional intelligence and quiet vision.
again the difference between ENFJ and INFJ is that ENFJs rely on their external function (Fe) more, while INFJs rely on their internal function (Ni) more.
Ti (introverted thinking) leads INTPs to analyze things logically and independently. paired with Ne, they explore endless possibilities, ideas, and patterns.
they’re deeply curious, skeptical, and abstract in their thinking. they can get stuck in their heads, but that’s also where they thrive.
ENTPs are idea machines. their Ne drives them to chase possibilities and mentally experiment with “what-ifs.” their Ti evaluates those ideas with internal logic.
they’re witty, rebellious thinkers, drawn to novelty, debate, and intellectual play.
Ni gives INTJs a single-minded focus on long-term visions, strategies, and future outcomes. their Te (extraverted thinking) helps them organize the external world efficiently to achieve those visions.
they’re goal-oriented, rational, and strategic; rarely loud, but always calculating the next move.
ENTJs lead with Te, structuring the world around them based on objective logic and efficiency. their Ni keeps them oriented toward long-term goals and intuitive predictions.
they’re decisive, commanding, and visionary; often seen as natural leaders who value competence above all.
Fi makes ISFPs deeply value-driven and emotionally independent. Se means they perceive the world through immediate sensory experiences.
they’re artistic, grounded in the present, and often express emotion through action or creativity rather than words.
ESFPs are vivacious and in-the-moment. their Se makes them attuned to the physical world, while Fi means they still stay true to their personal values.
they’re bold, warm, and emotionally reactive; often spontaneous with a hidden depth.
ISTPs use Ti to assess things logically and independently, and Se to interact fluidly with their environment.
they’re adaptable, often quiet but sharp, with a love for mechanics, hands-on problem-solving, and autonomy.
ESTPs lead with Se, reacting instantly and confidently to their surroundings. their Ti filters those perceptions with logical precision.
they’re bold, action-oriented, and love pushing boundaries, often charming and clever, with an appetite for risk.
Si (introverted sensing) makes ISFJs rely on past experiences and traditions, while Fe helps them care for others and maintain harmony.
they’re gentle, loyal, and highly observant of people’s needs; usually quiet, but emotionally strong and dependable.
ESFJs lead with Fe, actively maintaining social harmony and supporting others. Si makes them grounded in familiarity and routine.
they’re sociable, nurturing, and detail-oriented, often the “glue” that holds groups and communities together.
Si leads ISTJs to be meticulous, detail-focused, and grounded in what they know works. Te organizes the world around them in a practical, no-nonsense way.
they’re responsible, reliable, and value order and duty above chaos or novelty.
ESTJs are dominant Te users, they love structure, control, and results. paired with Si, they draw on past systems and rules to create stability.
they’re firm leaders, often blunt but dependable, and motivated by getting things done right.
so that's mbti types explained through cognitive functions in the simplest way possible. hope it helps!
