Myers Briggs and the Art of Self Reflection

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Theme:

Understanding yourself through self-reflection and personality frameworks, with a deep dive into the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).

Episode Summary:

In this episode, John explores the power of self-reflection and how personality frameworks like the MBTI can enhance personal growth. He shares his own journey as an INTJ and how understanding his personality type has shaped his leadership style, relationships, and inner life. John introduces the four preference pairs of the MBTI, touches on other popular tools like DISC and StrengthsFinder, and emphasizes that these are maps—not definitions—of who we are.

Key Topics:

·       The importance of knowing yourself to grow and lead effectively

·       Overview of MBTI and its history

·       Breakdown of the four MBTI preference pairs:

·       - E/I (Extraversion / Introversion)

·       - S/N (Sensing / Intuition)

·       - T/F (Thinking / Feeling)

·       - J/P (Judging / Perceiving)

·       Personal reflections on being an INTJ

·       Critique and strengths of personality frameworks

·       Other tools: DISC, StrengthsFinder, Enneagram

·       Resources for deeper understanding: Psychology Junkie, 16personalities.com

Quotable Moments:

"To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom." — Socrates

"Your MBTI type is a preference, not a prison."

"Just because you're right doesn't mean you're effective."

"Understanding yourself helps you show up as your best self — and your people deserve that."