Funções Cognitivas dos ESTP

Extroverted Sensing bestows us with the gift of senses. Tangible reality is its default battleground. Se conquers life through sensory experiences, enhancing their sight, sound, smell, and bodily movements. It lets us adhere to the stimuli of the physical world. Extroverted sensing ignites courage to seize moments while they last. It urges us to act right instantly instead of staying idle in the what-ifs.

The dominant cognitive function is the core of our ego and consciousness. Also called the ‘Hero or Heroine', the dominant function is our most natural and favorite mental process and primary mode of interacting with the world.

Extroverted Sensing (Se) in the dominant position grants ESTPs the gift of senses. It allows them to enjoy life without inhibitions. They flow through their sensory experiences by immersing themselves in the real world. As Extroverted Sensors, ESTPs tend to be restless and always on the move for the next adventure. They quickly respond to different situations as they are attuned to their sense of touch, taste, sight, and hearing within their environment. They are skilled and alert in dealing with complex crises and conflicts.

Introverted Thinking bestows us with the gift of logic. Interrelated knowledge and patterns gear it up. Ti conquers life through an internal framework built by experiences and educated trial and error. It drives us to logically interlink everything we come across. Introverted thinking thrives in the act of rational troubleshooting. Ambiguity holds no place in it as it constantly pursues learning and growth. It empowers us to grasp how things work from the nitty-gritty to the most profound complexities.

The auxiliary cognitive function, known as the 'Mother' or 'Father', helps guide the dominant function in perceiving the world and is what we use when comforting others.

Introverted Thinking (Ti) in the auxiliary position balances the dominant Se with the gift of logic. It allows ESTPs to align their thoughts, actions, and decisions with logic, accuracy, and precision. They navigate their lives with the ability to pause, and analyze, before personally experiencing its spontaneity. Rational troubleshooting unbuckles them from getting stuck in exploration mode and getting things done for real. It helps narrow down which path actually works for them. As they tap into this function, they may ask questions like "Is this path logical and rational?", "What are the inconsistencies here?", or "Do I know enough to act on this situation?". ESTPs also use their auxiliary Ti to comfort others by providing realistic solutions based on their experiences.

Extroverted Feeling bestows us with the gift of empathy. It advocates for the greater good than focusing on individual desires. It entrusts a strong sense of integrity and ethics. We instinctively tune in to moral and cultural values to maintain peace and harmony through this function. Fe enables us to feel for others even without fully experiencing their situations. It motivates us to keep and nurture our social connections and relationships.

The tertiary cognitive function is what we enjoy using to relax, calm, and take the pressure off our overused dominant and auxiliary functions. Known as the ‘The Child or Relief,' it feels like taking a break from ourselves and is playful and child-like. It is what we use when feeling silly, natural, and accepted.

Extroverted Feeling (Fe) in the tertiary position relieves the dominant Se and auxiliary Ti with the gift of empathy. It allows ESTPs to connect with others by understanding their feelings and experiences. They intuitively see through people's gestures and find ease in the ability to personally relate to them. These personalities are able to charm their way out of sticky situations. Having some time to reflect, discuss preferences, and receive kind words and feedback refreshes ESTPs. Fe brings comfort and relaxation from their ever-active spirits by finding relatable souls with whom they can share candid laughter and tears.

Introverted Intuition bestows us with the gift of intuition. The world of the unconscious is its working site. It is a forward-thinking function that intuitively knows without trying hard. It allows us to experience the unpredictable excitement of “eureka” moments through our unconscious processing. Ni also enables us to see beyond what meets the eye. It follows through an abstract pattern of how the world works and lingers on the whys of life.

The inferior cognitive function is our weakest and most suppressed cognitive function in the depths of our ego and consciousness. We hide this part of ourselves, embarrassed of our inability to wield it effectively. As we age and mature, we embrace and develop our inferior function, providing deep fulfillment from coming to the pinnacle of our personal growth and the end of our own hero's journey.

Introverted Intuition (Ni) in the inferior position holds the least space in the minds of ESTPs. They struggle in utilizing their gift of intuition as it feels unrealistic and out of touch. Ni hinders them from spontaneously living in the moment and seizing the day with too much calculation of the unspoken patterns and prediction of the future. Consequently, their inferior Ni leads ESTPs to avoid long-term commitments that may restrict them from on-the-spot opportunities. As they tap into this function, they may start to ask questions out of doubt and confusion such as "What if my situation changes?", "What if I change my mind and I get trapped by promises I made beforehand?". They tend to feel inferior upon wielding their Ni as they simply do not feel connected to its inward and abstract nature.

Introverted Sensing bestows us with the gift of details. It consults the detailed past to gain wisdom while living in the present. We recall and revisit memories and acquired information through this function. It constantly stores sensory data to balance our current views and opinions. Introverted Sensing teaches us to credit proven facts and life experiences instead of mere instincts. It counsels us to avoid committing the same mistakes twice.

The opposing shadow function, also known as the Nemesis, calls out our doubts and paranoia and acts in opposition to our dominant function, questioning the way it sees the world.

Introverted Sensing (Si) in the opposing shadow position frustrates ESTPs as their gift of detail contradicts their Se dominant function. They feel conflicted with the retrospective nature of their Si as they naturally crave novel experiences. Adhering to the past restricts them from living their lives to the fullest as it poses too much caution and limiting beliefs. They may also dwell on their past mistakes and be stuck on the anxiety of possibly repeating them if they are not careful enough. ESTPs may become paranoid against people who use Si, thinking they needlessly mean to oppose them in any way possible. Ni may spark questions in their minds such as "Why are they so invested in the past?", "Why are they so specific with details?", "Are my options being limited here?".

Extroverted Thinking bestows us with the gift of efficiency. It employs our analytical reasoning and objectivity. Te is forged in the supremacy of external systems, knowledge, and order. Extroverted thinking adheres to facts rather than fleeting emotions. It gives no time for silly chit-chats and focuses on purely significant matters. It boosts our passion and enthusiasm for informative discourse to expand our horizons of wisdom and knowledge.

The critical shadow function criticizes and belittles ourselves or others and thinks nothing of humiliating and ridiculing in its search for control.

Extroverted Thinking (Te) in the critical shadow position attacks the ego by inflicting shame and disappointment. They experience their gift of efficiency in a harshly critical and destabilizing manner. It criticizes their lack of organization and logical approach to getting things done. ESTPs feel discouraged and embarrassed knowing they cannot manage their lives efficiently. They prefer to have an organized mind to an organized environment. As they tap into their Te, they may berate themselves and others with thoughts such as "Why are they so inefficient?", "Why can't they finish whatever they have started?", or "These troubles could have been avoided if they weren't too slow and unorganized!". When others create disorder in their own routine and pace, they use Te to retaliate and shame their ways. They perceive people who use Te as domineering and conceited. Consequently, they tend to be stubborn and defiant against their systematic plans or instructions.

Introverted Feeling bestows us with the gift of feeling. It navigates through the deepest corners of our thoughts and emotions. Fi flows through our values and seeks an in-depth meaning of life. It allows us to stay in the lane of our boundaries and identity amidst external pressure. This intensive cognitive function feels the pain of others and likes to be the knight for those in need.

The trickster shadow function is sly, malicious, and deceptive, manipulating and snaring people into our traps.

Introverted Feeling (Fi) in the trickster shadow position bugs ESTPs with its introspective nature. These personalities prefer logical analysis and realistic immersion rather than tuning into something abstract. Consequently, they use Fi to manipulate anyone who threatens their ego by tearing apart their values or ethics. Their trickster may show up playing the role of devil's advocate to Fi users who show passion and commitment to their beliefs. For example, they may attack a person's faith and make them question their religious beliefs. ESTPs may ridicule and insult their rigidity, seriousness, and sensitivity. They tend to negate and debunk their ethical codes just for the sake of proving them wrong.

Extroverted Intuition bestows us with the gift of imagination. It empowers our life visions and sets us free from our limiting beliefs and built-up boundaries. It utilizes patterns and trends to connect with the tangible reality. Extroverted intuition is sensitive to impression and ambiance rather than specific details. This function thrives on venturing into the world's awestruck mysteries. It leads us to intuitively flow through the stream of anticipation on what is yet to be unleashed.

The demon shadow function is our least developed function, deeply unconscious and far removed from our ego. Our relationship with this function is so strained that we struggle with relating to, and often demonize, people who use this as their dominant function.

Extroverted Intuition (Ne) in the demon shadow position is the least developed function of ESTPs. As they struggle to use their gift of imagination, they tend to demonize those who use Ne. They malign their opponent's intentions behind their hopeful thinking and imagination and see them as unrealistic, scattered, and unnecessarily distracting them from materializing their main goal. These personalities prefer to live in the real world than to be tied up with non-existent possibilities. When ESTPs tap into their suppressed demon function, they may fall into a mental loop of destructive thoughts and overthinking. Consequently, they get stuck in their own conspiracy theories trying to understand and connect the patterns of this world.