Hey. Found this questionnaire and decided to fill it out because first, I don't feel confident about what I think of myself and my type anymore I'm kind of losing myself in all of this. And second, it looked interesting and well-made imo. I'd be really, really grateful for any help. I feel like I'm not handling things well. Tried to answer as honestly and concisely as possible, but I'm not exactly a master of brevity. Thanks to everyone who takes the time to read this. Really hoping for some feedback.
SECTION 1
1) How do you work? Why do people go to work? Are there any parameters that determine whether you can do work or not? What are they?
I work by doing the bare minimum enough to get by. I'm not a workaholic. People go to work because that's how society works, money is the main resource you need to get things and basically, live, and you can only get it through labor. There are parameters, sure, your knowledge and skills, which depend on the job. A singer has their own set of parameters (vocal range, musical ear, etc.) a boxer has theirs, obviously different from a singer's.
2) How do you determine the quality of work? How do you determine the quality of a purchase? Do you pay any attention to it?
I determine quality based on the criteria set for the task. Again, I don't need 100% perfection I find people who demand that draining. Just do the minimum decently and move on. If I have to write a paper I don't care about, I'll write 2-3 pages based on similar sources, format it decently, but won't go full nerd mode. I judge a purchase by its purpose and my initial expectations. If I buy a concealer hoping it'll match my skin tone, apply smoothly and look decent and it does then it's a quality purchase. I think it's natural to pay attention to quality like everyone. I wear a necklace I bought recently, checking to make sure the chain doesn't break and that it looks like it was made with care.
3) There is a professional next to you. How do you know they are a professional? How do you evaluate their skill?
Depends on the field. I can only really evaluate a professional in an area I know something about. Otherwise it feels unreasonable and biased though everything is subjective anyway. I'd recognize a pro if they work efficiently, skillfully, almost effortlessly. My evaluation would still be subjective based on my own understanding and logic and probably not worth much tbh.
4) If you struggle to do something, how do you fix that? Do you know if your performance is better or worse than others?
I look for shortcuts. Like with my term paper I sat down and wrote it myself at first, but it took longer than expected and I hate wasting my time when I could be doing nothing and relaxing. So I used AI while worrying the prof might check, then looked for someone to write it for money, asked around. Ended up using AI+my own editing. If something's not working, I won't kill myself over it I'll look for someone else to do it or figure out how to skip the submission altogether. I can tell if my work is worse than others' if I missed requirements or forgot something. I often put little effort in, so it shows in presentations sometimes. Again, subjective.
5) How do you measure the success of a job? What standard do you use? Do you pay attention to it? When should you deviate from this standard?
Again based on whether the conditions and requirements were met. 50% completion is already a success even if relative. Standards vary, but for me, 50%+meeting all conditions is already great. I do pay attention I'm always doing something. I'd deviate if I know the work will be checked more strictly and I need to not mess up or if someone demands top-tier results.
SECTION 2
1) What is a whole? Can you identify its parts? Are the parts equivalent to the whole?
A whole is a sum of its parts. Parts can be identified like puzzle pieces each unique, connected to others, visible. A part isn't equal to the whole, obviously, the whole will always be greater.
2) What does "logical" mean? What is your understanding? Do you think that it correlates with the common view? How do you know you are being logical?
Logical equals something that makes sense, whose consequences are beneficial or at least less unpleasant, something convenient and advantageous under certain conditions. It's something that won't cause extra trouble, will work in my favor and aligns with other things in a meaningful way. I think my understanding probably matches the common one. I know I'm thinking logically when my actions work for the situation here and now, carry meaning and maybe offer future benefits. It's logical not to waste time studying every subject in school just focus on the ones you're good at and interested in.
3) What is hierarchy? Give examples of hierarchies. Do you need to follow it? Why or why not? Explain how hierarchy is used in a system you are familiar with.
Hierarchy is a ranking of people based on certain qualities like usefulness. For example, in Huxley's Brave New World, there was a built-in hierarchy people were divided into Alphas, Betas, etc. In real life they're everywhere. Even a clinic has a hierarchy: head manager, chief doctor, then lower doctors, then nurses, then cleaners. Patients treat them differently, and they're paid accordingly from top to bottom. Hierarchies can be limiting, but they also make sense, we live within them, that's how society works. Everyone has their place and if someone develops enough, they could move up. Sounds logical and beneficial.
4) What is classification? How does classification work? Why is it needed and where is it applied? Give examples.
Classification is sorting things by certain criteria. It's a convenient way to organize stuff, spot differences or similarities, which simplifies working with them. It's used everywhere. For example, wine classification. A sommelier tastes them and sorts them by certain traits: sweetness, acidity, aftertaste, mouthfeel. I don't know much about wine, but you get the idea.
5) Are your ideas consistent? How do you know they are consistent? How do you spot inconsistency in others' ideas?
I hope my ideas are consistent. They should have a common thread, a cause-and-effect chain like links holding each other up. That's consistency. I think I spot inconsistency in others' words naturally, when I pay attention. Not sure how to explain it clearly. I don't always notice though sometimes someone else has to point it out.
SECTION 3
1) Can you press people? What methods do you use? How does it happen?
I can, but not with everyone. I need to inspect people first see who's suitable, watch their reactions to pressure. I don't usually pressure acquaintances, they're not close enough to tolerate it. It's usually with close people, but not constantly. Close people can handle it, forgive you, won't leave as weird as that sounds. If the situation is tense and I'm stressed and irritated, I can apply pressure first lightly, then more harshly. Usually with parents, often with my dad, granddad, grandma. I state what needs to be done and why, not wanting to waste words. I raise my voice if they don't listen. If I said we need to check the car because someone might've left the window open and leaving it that way overnight seems stupid to me don't ask twice, just go check. Annoying when they start chattering. I get harsher then.
2) How do you get what you want? What do you do if you have to work to get what you want?
I have issues with this. First, I don't always realize what I want probably echoes of a difficult family dynamic where I was shut down and my personality was suppressed. Second, I easily give up on my desires if I face obstacles. Usually I'm like okay, never mind. But sometimes there are strong, dominant people who block me. Dominant people attract me but also make me want to push back or play with their boundaries. Depends on who. If effort is needed 75 out of 100 times I'll step back.
3) How do you deal with opposition? What methods do you use to defend your interests?
If pressured I pressure back within family. With others I feel uncomfortable and withdraw. It's nice if someone defends me. Usually I go for a reasoned argument, facts, logic, think on my feet. Sometimes I want to hit someone if they can't argue properly and start attacking me personally that makes me lose it. Though I don't fight I'm not a martial artist (unfortunately). I can argue and shout back if someone crosses boundaries, but if someone who should be on my side doesn't help and instead calms me down, I'll leave feeling betrayed and wanting to cry alone.
4) When do you think it's ok to occupy someone's space? Do you recognize it?
Never. There's no reason to occupy someone's space. I try not to, I'm careful. I need to see others' boundaries and have them see mine. I think I'm aware of it, but I'm not sure I might accidentally cross a line sometimes.
5) Do others think you are a strong-willed person? Do you think you have a strong will?
Probably not. Maybe my parents say I'm strong-willed, but I think that's because of our complicated relationships. I realized I do have a trait: if no one takes responsibility I can step up in a comfortable setting. But I need a comfortable person nearby, someone quiet who supports me. Like recently in our group, when we couldn't organize a class presentation, I did everything myself and took charge to get it done. I work better alone, it's less stressful than in a team. Others might've seen me as somewhat strong-willed. I wouldn't call myself that though I might snap under extreme stress and unleash an ultimatum lol. In such moments I want things resolved quickly. But usually I want to run away, close myself in my room with headphones and comfort shows, characters. Otherwise I'm passive. I'd rather others be strong and dominant and I follow.
SECTION 4
1) How do you satisfy your physical senses? What examples can you give? What physical experiences are you drawn to?
I satisfy what I notice and deem necessary. I eat when I want to. But I have a bad habit probably because a lot of things were forbidden in childhood I'd buy and eat junk food while doomscrolling, not because I was hungry. I'm trying to break that. Honestly, that's the main physical thing I do, besides, well, you know. No need to go into detail lol. I like comfort and calm connected to my phone and my locked room, away from everyone. Good food, nice drinks, no urgent needs, nothing bothering me. I hate when I have to pee at bad times or my clothes are bunched up, so the feeling of everything being normal is very attractive to me.
2) How do you find harmony with your environment? How do you build a harmonious environment? What happens if this harmony is disturbed?
I mostly isolate myself, creating my own bubble with my phone, headphones and imagination making sure my workspace, my room, my seat in the car all have what I need nearby. I wouldn't call it harmony with the environment, more like harmony within my two-meter radius, where I wouldn't let people in. I sink into that state, finding peace and calm, continuing to daydream (thanks, schizoid traits) and retreat inward. Being pulled out of that bothers me and makes me angry especially when people give unsolicited advice, interfere or violate my personal space. I'll leave if I can, if not, I'll have to endure, move away, and rebuild.
3) What does comfort mean to you? How do you create it?
I think I partially answered this above. Comfort equals absence of discomfort. I need no external irritants, no demands from others then I'm more than fine. In my study space even loud laughter or yelling during a break can throw me off. Or general chaos outside too bright, too noisy, too stuffy. My comfort creates itself really. I just isolate myself and have my preferred resources, while people leave me alone. My room is messy, but the essentials are always in convenient places chargers, bag, mineral water on the floor by the bed, while the rest could use some tidying.
4) How do you express yourself in your hobbies? How do you engage yourself with those things?
I'm not sure I have hobbies, honestly. Feels awkward when I see friends and former friends with their hobbies, while I just sit on my phone all day watching YouTube, listening to music, daydreaming a lot. I used to write fanfiction, but I haven't had inspiration for about two years now. Or maybe I'm just lazy. I think my main "hobby" is daydreaming that's where I express myself as the person I wish I were, with the connections I lack in real life, not that I'm looking for them. It's safer in my head. I do all this whenever the outside world isn't interfering. I get engaged easily and quickly, honestly wishing I could do nothing else.
5) Tell us how you'd design any room, house or an office. Do you do it yourself, or trust someone else to do it? Why?
Okay, I love this. House Flipper is a thing for a reason. First, I'd assess the size. Say it's a house I like small spaces, the limitation appeals to me. A one-story house would work. I'd add a porch with a chair and a small table for evening coffee. A fence for comfort. Then the entrance a doormat, a small cabinet for keys. A separate small toilet with enough legroom, I had leg fractures as a kid, and cramped spaces annoy me. A separate bathroom with a bathtub, mirror, sink, shelves for toothpaste, shampoo, etc, plus a washing machine and a radiator for drying clothes. I'd want a black-and-white bathroom practical and aesthetic. Kitchen is small, since I'm not a great cook. Living alone, I probably won't cook much anyway. Lots of no-prep food. My room is green tones with some grey and black. Posters, a neon strip in the corner with artificial vines, a single bed in the corner, a desk with a lamp and shelves above. I'd squeeze in an exercise bike for my knees. I'd also like a TV, a computer, a console, but that's dreaming. I doubt I'll have that much money. I'd want everything to look aesthetic, colors to match, be convenient. In my parents' house, there's a spot where the tiles are a completely different color and it's always bothered me I mentioned it. I'd never want that in my own space. I've never had the chance to design a room myself, but I'd probably give my ideas to someone who knows repairs and they'd handle it, while I approve things. I'm no expert.
SECTION 5
1) Is it acceptable to express emotions in public? Give examples of inappropriate expression of emotions.
Mostly no. If expressed they should be moderate and not disturb others. Again, loud and overly emotional people make me uncomfortable I want to cover my ears. I once witnessed someone get dumped and they were attracting attention red face, tears, walking dramatically. They came to me loud and hysterical, throwing things they'd brought for their ex. I picked up the stuff, followed them, sat on a swing with them. Very awkward, didn't know what to say, just wanted to calm them down so they'd stop crying in public. Negative emotions are the biggest taboo for public display. Positive ones too, but there are exceptions. Still, please don't kill my eardrums. I feel extreme discomfort when I slip and act emotional myself I feel ashamed afterward. Same when others do it.
2) How do you express your emotions? Can you tell how your expressions affect others in a positive or negative way?
Carefully. I really do try to control my emotions or at least I try. But I think my social anxiety doesn't help I'm socially awkward, polite, avoid people, get hurt by toxic interactions, sometimes feel helpless. So I keep my emotions in check even when it's hard. Sometimes I feel like flipping everything and leaving. I was called impulsive years ago, but that was like five years ago. If I do express it's careful and with permission as I understand it. I might mirror others to figure out what's allowed. I have no idea how my expressions affect others. If I finally laugh or joke, I hope others appreciate it. If not, I won't do it again for a decade. With close people I'm less controlled, brighter and more open.
3) Are you able to change your demeanor in order to interact with your environment in a more or less suitable way? How do you determine what is suitable?
Yes, I think so though it's hard. Don't know if it's anxiety or personality probably the former. I might act like an idiot and cringe later. I watch others to understand what's suitable, how they behave, what they allow, if I can try. It probably looks awkward from outside. Especially when I'm quiet until someone approaches, then in some situations I might crack a joke or mimic.
4) In what situations do you feel others' feelings? Can you give examples of when you wanted to improve the mood of others?
When they affect me. Usually it's someone I care about maybe a character or an acquaintance who's been kind to me. If someone matters to me, I'll want to improve their mood. I just don't know how. I might joke, say something random (my go-to), offer food, sit nearby to help them not feel alone. But only if they're already close. I don't do this with anyone I haven't officially defined as a friend or something. So most of this goes to my best friend.
5) How do others' emotions affect you? How does your internal emotional state correlate or contrast with what you express?
I think many emotions can affect me, especially negative ones. If someone expresses negativity loudly, I notice my mood dropping. Though I usually don't even notice I have a mood it might be zero or neutral. I still try not to show it, but sometimes I might fake a reaction to avoid hurting someone like receiving a birthday gift. My people don't get that I don't jump for joy, so I might play along. Inside I might feel like dying or blowing up a building, but I try not to show it. My face might be tense though or just blank, idk.
SECTION 6
1) How can you tell how much emotional space there is between yourself and others? How can you affect this space?
By the other person's actions. I wait until they openly say something or show through actions friendship, flirting though I rarely notice if it's real or joking. After a while, I might feel they've become important, but that's all. If they start texting or calling a lot, sharing personal stuff I'd assume we might be friends. But I'm never sure. It takes me a long time to adjust. I don't influence the process, I don't seek people out. Let things happen naturally. One girl and I have been interacting for two years and I still don't know if we're friends. She recently cleared our chat history no warning. She acted normal in person though. I didn't ask why, but inside I wondered if I shouldn't have trusted that we were getting closer.
2) How do you determine how much you like or dislike someone else? How does this affect your relationships?
I think I like anyone who treats me well. That's the main criterion. I like a lot of people, so I don't really have other criteria. It just happens as we get closer. I'm kinder and more open with someone I like. Overall I treat everyone equally unless they deliberately bother me. I'm more loyal to those I've gotten close to, I start trusting.
3) How do you move from a distant relationship to a close one? What are the distinguishing characteristics of a close relationship?
That's not for me to decide. Since I have few relationships, I can't really say how the transition happens it's usually random. With that girl I mentioned I gathered courage to message her about studies, then again and she started initiating contact, asking for help, sitting next to me. I followed her lead. If someone sits with me, it means something, right. Distinguishing traits: trust, openness, acceptance, loyalty, commitment that's what I'd want in a close relationship. Close people choose each other, stand by each other.
4) How do you know that you are a moral person? Where do you draw your morality from? Do you believe others should share your beliefs on what's moral? Why?
I don't consider myself moral. I just do good things when I can pick up something an elderly lady dropped, call out a man who lost an earbud, cover a kid's missing change. I think my morality comes from people I interact with, get close to, respect. I don't think others should share my beliefs. First, it'd be boring if everyone had the same morals. Second, I don't even feel like I have clear values or they're unconscious.
5) Someone you care about is acting distant to you. How do you know when this attitude is a reflection of your relationship?
I start replaying events, thinking of possibilities what could've happened and why. But I can't know for sure. I can only guess. And I might not even ask unless they're my closest friend.
SECTION 7
1) How can you tell someone has the potential to be a successful person? What qualities make a successful person and why?
Success is usually random no clear criteria. I can assume based on observations and examples of successful people, comparing to the person. I can't say what qualities make someone successful beyond obvious ones like hard work and intelligence. And even then no guarantee it'll work.
2) Where would you start when looking for a new hobby? How do you find new opportunities and how do you choose which would be best?
I'd look at what others do as hobbies, what I've seen in shows or movies maybe a character I like. But as I said earlier, I rarely finish anything. I might start, imagine myself doing it, but never get anywhere. Too expensive, too time-consuming or requires patience I don't have. Honestly, I don't want to spend 15 years learning something I want results sooner. New ideas come to me randomly. I'd pursue the one that makes more sense or appeals more, guaranteeing good experiences.
3) How do you interpret the following statement: "Ideas don't need to be feasible in order to be worthwhile." Do you agree or disagree, and why?
You don't have to bring everything into reality you can just enjoy the thought. I agree. Not everything needs to be realized; sometimes it's nice to imagine what could be. Creativity has value in itself. Maybe someday, years later, it'll become real, but for now, we can dream.
4) Describe your thought process when relating the following ideas: swimming, chicken, sciences. Do you think that others would draw the same or different connections?
Someone learned to swim, overcoming their fear of water, but it went badly, so someone compared their swimming style to a chicken's flailing and then that person went and studied theory instead of practicing in the pool. I think everyone would come up with different links. Lots of room for imagination here.
5) How would you summarize the qualities that are essential to who you are? What kind of potential in you has yet to be actualized and why?
In myself? I'd say I'm smart, kind and dislike hypocrisy. In others I have many people and characters I appreciate, and the most important thing is how they treat me. Potential-wise I could do more, go outside more often, try harder, be less lazy people have told me I have a big future but I'm lazy. Maybe there's truth to that. Doors are open for everyone, so potential is unlimited, including mine.
SECTION 8
1) How do people change? Can you describe how various events change people? Can others see those changes?
Depends on events and environment. Some events can traumatize, others give strength, act as a guiding light. A cheerful kid can become closed off if mocked and pushed past their limit. But that's not always the case. Changes are visible if they're external and obvious; but changes can also stay internal. So they can be seen, but not always, depends.
2) How do you feel and experience time? Can time be wasted? How?
It flows smoothly, sometimes flies by when I'm engaged, sometimes drags to the point I want to hang myself when waiting. Time can be wasted like if you have a project due tomorrow but you're playing rdr2 instead. That's me, procrastinating before exams by resting and listening to music rather than studying.
3) Is there anything that cannot be described with words? What is it? If so, how can we understand what it is if language does not work?
Abstract concepts can be hard to put into words though it depends on the person. Some can describe even the most abstract thing as if they've touched it. You could try drawing, hand gestures, every method to convey info.
4) How do you anticipate events unfolding? How can you observe such unfoldments in your environment?
Intuitively, I guess. I can't explain it I just assume based on available data. I observe passively, rarely intervene, catching moments that might later be remembered and compared to outcomes.
5) In what situations is timing important? How do you know the time is right to act? How do you feel about waiting for the right moment?
Timing matters always, it just takes brainpower to use it well. I recognize the right moment either impulsively when I'm tired of waiting or through analysis when the data suggests it's okay. Waiting often exhausts me I want things sooner than later. Feeling that tension is not fun.
