ESTP vs ESFP w/ Taylor (FlowState), Daniel Storm (PsychologyJunkie), jetplane48, John S. & Mary Anna
Oct 6, 2020
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Guests Taylor, Daniel Storm, jetplane48, John S., and Mary Anna compare and contrast the ESFP and ESTP personality types. They discuss decision-making processes, addictive personalities, manipulating people, car shopping, trigger analysis, and the dynamics between ESTPs and ESFPs. They also share experiences in triage situations and express gratitude at the end.
ESTPs manipulate people to achieve their goals, while ESFPs work with people to reach their objectives.
ESTPs remain level-headed in tense situations and seek the most socially advantageous outcome, while ESFPs may have a shorter fuse.
ESTPs communicate in a concise and direct manner, while ESFPs provide more detail to ensure understanding.
ESFPs access their NI through reflection, while ESTPs tap into it when using their TI for efficient decision-making.
Deep dives
Comparing TE and FE
TE is about making things efficient and using external resources to achieve one's goals, while FE focuses on using others' desires and emotions to align with one's own objectives. ESTPs manipulate people to achieve their goals, while ESFPs work with people to reach their objectives.
Triggered Reactions
ESFPs are more openly triggered by situations, while ESTPs contemplate how to handle the conflict strategically in a way that has the most long-term social gain. ESFPs may have a shorter fuse in tense situations, while ESTPs remain level-headed and seek the most socially advantageous outcome.
Interaction Style
ESTPs tend to be concise, direct, and to the point in their communication, getting to the heart of the matter quickly. ESFPs may provide more detail and explanation in their conversations, wanting to ensure that others fully understand their point of view.
Gateway to NI
ESFPs can access their NI through moments of deep reflection and processing their own emotions, while ESTPs may tap into their NI when using their TI to strategize and make efficient decisions.
Gender and Cultural Factors
Gender and cultural factors can influence the way individuals interact and express their preferences. These factors may play a role in how TE and FE are expressed and perceived in different individuals, including differences in negotiation styles and comfort with conflict.
Balancing individual traits with collective archetypes
The discussion touched upon the idea of individual traits and collective archetypes. While acknowledging that everyone has their own unique personality, the speakers delved into the concept of a collective archetype that influences human behavior. They emphasized the importance of finding a purpose that goes beyond oneself, benefiting humanity as a whole. The panelists shared their thoughts on the differences between ESTPs and ESFPs, highlighting how ESTPs are less in touch with their own emotions and more focused on the facts of a situation, while ESFPs tend to be more aware of their personal feelings and the impact on others. Overall, there was a recognition that human connections and understanding contribute to personal growth and development.
Balancing detachment and emotional support in high-pressure situations
The panelists discussed their experiences in high-pressure situations, such as medical emergencies. They examined the differing approaches of ESTPs and ESFPs in these scenarios. While ESTPs tended to prioritize the logical and objective aspects, focusing on what needs to be done, ESFPs highlighted the importance of emotional connection, being present, and offering personal support to those in need. Despite these differences, they recognized that both approaches have their own merits and play essential roles in emergency situations. The conversation also touched on how personal emotional investment and genuine care can positively impact others in these critical moments.
