Is believing in the MBTI a bit dangerous or counterproductive even if you're just looking for connections? I'm not referring to just romantic relationships, by the way.

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Sadly, humans are a very complex species with an insane range of variations in personalities that might seem like an odd drug mix to most, but crazy enough, it happens.

This personality combination seems like an odd-ass oxymoron to a lot of people, but I think being an ass requires a bit more energy than showing kindness. This is all just a small example. There are likely more complex and outrageous personality trait combinations that the dam MTBI doesn't apparently acknowledge.

A lot of traits we have are situational, because even on random anonymous apps/sites, I rarely encountered someone who was 100% kind, selfish, or cruel. It all depends on the person they're talking to, basically, and obviously the situation.

Dan · Accepted Answer

MBTI is only a guideline.  It's not a Bible or a book of life.  We are all unique and will depend on environment.   People will change and are very fluid.  Do all things in moderation.

Alexandre Michel Etienne · Answer

This should be a tool to help improve oneself.
Not a compatibility chart.
Plus, some say that it should stay the same for the whole life. But I disagree. 
And also, errors when answering are what may happen. 
I've seen some mbti extremists, also here.
And usually, they are more like "wanabe" than anything else.
Like "he he he ... my mbti is the best, is the less common...".
There is this "Elissa True" which is the most self centered person I've seen here, and which also said that she care for others ! 😆
But only post about how great she is, and never care for others posts.
And push her behaviour in accusing me of being in love with myself, which is clearly a confession of what she really is ! 😂
She is 100% of the time looking at her belly button.
Then, so, mbti can be dangerous since some people like her are lying about this.
Being dishonnest, wanting to be what they are not, and all.

Eck · Answer

It is a pseudoscience, just like astrology. Basically it is a bit of fun to kill time. 
if we really think about it, it uses techniques from propaganda qnd advertisement. Basically it uses the key tool called vagueness and let the victims fill in the gaps and create a picture that they want to believe in.

Matthew · Answer

Yes and no. Especially here, it's only a 30 question test. No, you're not going to perfectly assess anyone in 30 questions. Still, it gives you an idea. I really don't look at it at all, but I say if you know there's a personality type you don't really tend to jive with, it can be semi useful. I wouldn't let it be the deciding factor to not reach out to someone you think you'd otherwise get along with, though

🌀𝕊𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕖 ℂ𝕒𝕕𝕖𝕥🌀 · Answer

I’d argue it’s only dangerous if this is the sole source you’re using to gauge a person.

Otherwise, it can be used as a general template of what they are, or, just for fun

Matthew · Answer

It is a good way to connect with other people. I’ve been on sites and groups which revolved around personality theories, and it was a common topic that everyone was interested in. It also was easy to extend into broader topics like psychology or philosophy. So finding people with common interests is easy in that environment.

But “believing” in the theory is a different story. It depends on what that means.

I think MBTI can be used to self-justify and normalize bad behaviors rather being used a tool for growth, it can be used as a static identity.

For example, the thinking dimension. Something like, “I’m logical and others are overly emotional” is a common thought process with people who lack empathy for others. They may derive a sense of superiority over others, seeing others as weak for being sensitive.

If they learn MBTI, they may just say that are just a thinking type; it is just a personality preference rather than acknowledging that sometimes they are not actually “being logical” and are simply harboring contempt for others.

Richard · Answer

mbti is a narrowly focused tool that you need to know how to use. Talking about character, upbringing, intelligence, empathy, general development and so on has little to do with this theory. It's like taking a thermometer and trying to measure air humidity or atmospheric pressure with it... and then devaluing the tool, while you're using it for the wrong purpose.

Michael · Answer

I remember in college taking a MBTI test and getting two results somehow.
I don't remember what they were.

Surface level people don't notice it but subconscious they do. It's easy to blame something written out ahead of time them bothering to get to know the person.

Is believing in the MBTI a bit dangerous or counterproductive even if you're just looking for connections? I'm not referring to just romantic relationships, by the way.

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MBTI is only a guideline. It's not a Bible or a book of life. We are all unique and will depend on environment. People will change and are very fluid. Do all things in moderation.

I’d argue it’s only dangerous if this is the sole source you’re using to gauge a person. Otherwise, it can be used as a general template of what they are, or, just for fun

I remember in college taking a MBTI test and getting two results somehow. I don't remember what they were. Surface level people don't notice it but subconscious they do. It's easy to blame something written out ahead of time them bothering to get to know the person.

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