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MBTI: Each Type’s #1 Weakness
In the MBTI every type has four main functions. The last function is always the weakest. In terms of development it’s basically a baby or a toddler. I’m going to refer to this function as the baby function for the purpose of this article.
If you wish to watch a video instead of reading this article, here is the video: MBTI: Each Type’s #1 Weakness
Knowing about your inferior MBTI function could be useful to you if you are not sure about your type, but it’s also very helpful to understand your weaknesses for the sake of self development.
I’m an ENFP and so my inferior function is introverted sensing. Introverted sensing wants structure, schedule, routine and self care. In my case it’s pretty apparent that I have a problem with structure. Sometimes my kitchen is a mess and I don’t follow any schedules whatsoever. In terms of taming the creative chaos there is still work to be done.
The weird thing that happens with the inferior function is that we also sometimes overindulge in it, but in a weird and selective way. For example despite being fairly disorganized, I like correct grammar and being on time.
I’ve had a feeling of growth when I had conversations with types who have introverted sensing as their dominant function, so I would recommend you try to do this too. It’s possible that they could inspire you because of their confidence with using their dominant function, which is your baby function.
For example if you’re an ESTJ, you might wanna talk to an INFP. And if you’re an ESFP, you might wanna team up with an INTJ.
Anyhow, in this video I will try to keep things as simple as possible again, because I want the idea of the inferior function to be accessible to most people.
