Pre-Typing Interview Questionnaire

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The follow questions are meant to help you determine the motivation behind some of your actions and reaction. Please answer each question with your first thoughtful reaction of how you operate normally and try not to spend too much time on each question. If you are above the age of 35, it can be helpful to think of how you would answer each question as you were when you were in your mid-twenties. Remember, there are not "right" answers nor will your answers to any question cement you into a Type. Rather, each question will offer information for our follow up discussion that will ultimately help you find your true Type.

Have you ever taken MBTI or Enneagram tests before? If so, please list your Enneagram Type and your MBTI Type Preference:*

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Did anything resonate with you? What was it? Did anything feel off or not fit at all?*

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Think back to a time of incredible stress in your life (move, pressure at work, strife in relationships). What caused you the most stress about this situation?*

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Imagine you were put on the spot unexpectedly by an authority figure in your life to perform a task that would be very visible to others. What about this would cause you the most stress?*

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What do you hope others notice and think about you?*

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What do you fear others notice and think about you?*

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What do you think and notice about yourself the most? How does this observation make you feel?*

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What pet peeves do you have? Why do they bother you?*

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When you walk into a room of people, what do you notice first? Why?*

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Go back to when you were 8 years old. If you could have your Mother/Father/Caregiver say one thing to you, what would you have them say? *

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Select one paragraph from this section that fits your experience the most.*

A. I have tended to be fairly independent and assertive: I've felt that life works best when you meet it head-on. I set my own goals, get involved, and want to make things happen. I don't like sitting around. I want to achieve something big and have an impact. I don't necessarily seek confrontations, but I don’t' let people push me around either. Most of the time I know what I want, and I go for it. I tend to work hard and to play hard.B. I have tended to be quiet and am used to being on my own. I usually don't draw much attention to myself socially, and it’s generally unusual for me to assert myself all that forcefully. I don't feel comfortable taking the lead or being as competitive as others. Many would probably say that I’m something of a dreamer--a lot of my excitement goes on in my imagination. I can be quite content without feeling I have to be active all the time.C. I have tended to be extremely responsible and dedicated. I feel terrible if I don’t' keep my commitments and do what's expected of me. I want people to know that I'm there for them and that I'll do what I believe is best for them. I've often made great personal sacrifices for the sake of others, whether they know it or not. I often don’t take adequate care of myself. I do the work that needs to be done and relax (and do what I really want) if there's time left.

Choose one paragraph from this section that fits your experience the most.*

A. I am a person who usually maintains a positive outlook and feels that things will work out for the best. I can usually find something to be enthusiastic about in different ways to occupy myself. I like being around people and helping others to be happy. I enjoy sharing my own well-being with them. I don’t always feel great, but I try not to show it to anyone; staying positive has sometimes meant that I’ve put off dealing with my own problems for too long.B. I am a person who has strong feelings about things. Most people can tell when I’m unhappy about something I can be guarded with people, but I’m more sensitive than I let on. I want to know where I stand with others and whom and what I can count on. It’s pretty clear to most people where they stand with me. When I’m upset about something, I want others to respond and to get as worked up as I am. I know the rules, but I don’t want people telling me what to do. I want to decide for myself.C. I tend to be self-controlled and logical. I am uncomfortable dealing with feelings. I am efficient, even perfectionistic, and prefer working on my own when there are problems or personal conflicts. I try not to bring my feelings into the situation and try to remain cool and detached. I don’t want my emotional reactions to distract me from what’s really important to me. I usually don’t show my reactions when others get to me.

Choose one paragraph from this section that fits your experience the most.*

A. I have tended to process my experiences through an inner instinct and gut reaction. Though I may not like to admit it, I am resentful and angry a lot. I can’t stand it when I see injustice and unfairness and I try to right wrongs that I see (even if it is quietly). I hate being controlled and I will stubbornly resist being controlled by demanding, earning, or digging my heels in to gain my autonomy.B. I tend to process my experiences through my feelings—even if I don’t fully understand my feelings. I struggle with feelings of being insignificant and that there is something wrong with me deep down. I struggle showing others the real me and I will become whatever makes me the most likable, impressive, or unique person in the eyes of the other. Many times, I don’t know who I really am, and I depend on others to tell me.C. I process (and over process) my experience through my thinking. I can feel anxious and uncertain about most things—even if I do not outwardly show it. I second guess myself a lot and can keep myself occupied with thinking—planning and preparing for the worst; dreaming, idealizing, and escaping to the fun, or diving into learning and storing up knowledge. All this thinking works in service of defending against my anxiety and fear that the world is not a safe place and I don’t have the support and skills I need to survive.

Choose one paragraph from this section that fits your experience the most.*

A. Early on, I learned that to get my needs met, I needed adapt myself to important people or things in my life. I develop a sense of self based on being deeply attached to things I perceive as good. I adapt my self- image to conform with the expectations and values of others. In order to feel attachment to these important staples, I may adapt myself to be seen as successful and valuable person; adapt my belief system to be seen as loyal to a certain group; or adapt my preferences to maintain harmony with others.B. Early on, I developed an inner sense of what would make me feel happy, but I never seem to reach it. In the event I reach my ideal, I may become frustrated by how it does not measure up. Some ideals could relate to complete self-control and the perfect amount of autonomy it would bring; the perfect amount of attention and the sense of significance this would bring; or the perfect amount of stimulation and the fulfillment it would bring.C. Early on, I felt that others don’t really care about my needs so I rejected my own needs as well. To dispel future rejection, I offer the one thing that I am good at as a gift to others to ward off future rejection. I may have rejected my own vulnerable emotions and instead focus on offering power and protection to others; I may have rejected my own emotional and physical needs and instead focus on offering my knowledge and expertise to others; or I may have rejected my needs, emotions, and negative thoughts and instead focus on offering the gift of nurturing love to others.

Please read the following statements. Select and rank your top three messages you felt you heard as a child.*

	Select	Rank
It’s not OK to make mistakes
It’s not OK to depend on anyone for anything
It’s not OK to have your own feelings and identity
It’s not OK to have your own needs
It’s not OK to assert yourself
It’s not OK to be comfortable in the world
It’s not OK to be too functional or too happy
It’s not OK to trust yourself
It’s not OK to be vulnerable or to trust anyone

I. Select three statements that resonate with you the most and rank them in order of how strongly you relate.*

	Select	Rank
I do things so that others will value and respect me and so that I will respect myself
I continuously seek new and stimulating people, ideas, or events to keep life exciting and moving forward but also to avoid pain and discomfort.
I automatically blend with other people’s positive energy, but get quite distressed when I am around negativity, anger, and conflict.
I constantly anticipate, plan or worry, trying to prepare in advance so the best can happen and the worst may not occur.
I have a strong exterior, one that is sometimes intimidating to others (intentionally or unintentionally), that hides a less visible but vulnerable interior.
I automatically disconnect from my feelings in the moment when a situation gets emotional or intense and then reconnect later at a time and place of my choice.
When I feel something very strongly, I hold onto my emotions intensely for long periods of time often replaying my thoughts, feelings and sensations.
I intuitively know what someone else needs, but have a hard time articulating my own needs, even to myself.
I have a voice or message in my head, like a tape recorder, that continually criticizes me for what I do wrong, but may also tell me when I have done something right.

II. Select three statements that resonate with you the most and rank them in order of how strongly you relate.*

	Select	Rank
I secretly fear that I am needy and selfish.
I feel like I cannot trust my natural instincts because they are wrong.
I feel like I am not important like everyone else and that everyone matters more than I do.
I don’t feel like I have what it takes to make it in this world and I’m afraid I am too incompetent to make it.
The world feels so unsafe and I don’t trust my decision making to make it in this world. I both want support and want to prove that I can do things myself.
Deep down, I would hate to be normal even though I feel envious of what others have that I don’t.
I am secretly insecure about myself and what I do, so I prove myself constantly.
I feel and express anger a lot, but sometimes I just feel scared and not angry. I feel like I cannot put down the mantel of being strong and sometimes I want someone else to be strong for me.
I assume that everyone wants to feel happy all the time and feel like expressing my needs or sadness would burden others as much as it burdens me. I try to distract myself from feelings of sadness with either good things or with anger.

II. Please select 10 responses you relate the most to. Rank your top 3 statements that you think about the most.*

	Select	Rank
I often worry about my health and safety.
I enjoy being part of group activities and gatherings.
I tend to be intense and passionate in my relationships.
Saving money and accumulating resources is a top priority for me.
Building and maintaining relationships is important to me.
I'm drawn to intense and exciting experiences.
I value stability and security in my living environment.
Being part of the group will keep me safe in the long run.
Competition and achieving my desires motivate me.
I find comfort in routines and predictability.
I'm concerned about the well-being and opinions of others.
I have a strong desire for intimacy and deep connection.
I'm often concerned about practical matters like food, shelter, and finances.
I feel a sense of duty to contribute to society.
I can be possessive or jealous in relationships.
I like to be prepared for emergencies and unexpected situations.
I often seek out social interactions and networking opportunities.
I'm willing to take risks to get what I want.

Question Set 1:

A) I enjoy social gatherings and meeting new people.B) I prefer spending time alone or with a small group of close friends.

Question Set 1:

A) I tend to speak before I think.B) I think carefully before speaking.

Question Set 1:

A) I feel energized after attending parties or events.B) I feel drained after attending parties or events.

SomewhatI. Read the statements below and indicate your level of agreement with the statement 1-5 (1=do not agree and 5=totally agree)*

	Do Not Agree	Somewhat Agree	Neutral	Somewhat Agree	Totally Agree
I'm a perfectionist
Relationships mean everything to me
I work hard, and I'm very efficient
There is no one out there just like me
I do my research before trying something new
I'm loyal and a great team player
I'm an optimist
I'm tough and resilient
I would rather compromise than experience conflict
I always feel like I could have done better
I can read people and pick up on their feelings
I can morph when I need to and fit in anywhere
I feel like I have less energy than others
I'm skeptical and don't trust easily
I don't like thinking about painful emotions--I would rather move on quickly
I'm confident and assertive
Deep down I'm afraid I am bad to the core
I'm scared of being rejected or unwanted
Failure is hard for me
I'm often jealous and discontent
I hate feeling incompetent or ignorant
I'm scared of making the wrong choices
I don't feel like others would be there for me if I let myself feel hard emotions
I avoid feeling controlled at all costs
Conflict and the resulting separation from others is something I deeply fear

Question Set 1:

A) I'm often the one to initiate conversations.B) I wait for others to initiate conversations with me.

Question Set 1:

A) I enjoy group activities and team sports.B) I prefer solitary activities or one-on-one interactions.

Question Set 2:

A) I rely on facts, data, and concrete information.B) I trust my gut instincts and imagination.

Question Set 2:

A) I pay attention to details and notice small changes.B) I tend to focus on the big picture and possibilities.

Question Set 2:

A) I prefer practical, tried-and-true solutions.B) I like to experiment with new ideas and unconventional approaches.

Question Set 2:

A) I trust what I can see, touch, and experience.B) I believe in hidden meanings and underlying patterns.

Question Set 2:

I enjoy step-by-step instructions and guidelines.B) I prefer flexible and adaptable plans.

Question Set 3:

A) I make decisions based on logic and objective criteria.B) I make decisions based on my values and how it affects people.

Question Set 3:

I tend to be direct and blunt when giving feedback.B) I try to be tactful and considerate when giving feedback.

Question Set 3:

A) I value fairness and justice in decision-making.B) I prioritize harmony and personal relationships in decision-making.

Question Set 3:

A) I often rely on my head to make choices.B) I often rely on my heart to make choices.

Question Set 3:

A) I can set aside personal feelings to analyze situations objectively.B) I find it challenging to separate my emotions from my decisions.

Question Set 4:

A) I like to plan my activities and stick to a schedule.B) I prefer to go with the flow and adapt as needed.

Question Set 4:

A) I feel stressed when things are disorganized or spontaneous.B) I enjoy spontaneity and adaptability.

Question Set 4:

A) I tend to finish tasks before starting new ones.B) I often have multiple projects going on at once.

Question Set 4:

A) I appreciate closure and like to make decisions quickly.B) I like to keep my options open and explore possibilities.

Question Set 4:

A) I find it satisfying to check off items on a to-do list.B) I don't mind having a to-do list but may not follow it strictly.

Pre-Typing Interview Questionnaire

Open-Ended Questions

Triad Questions:

Group II (Conflict Coping)

Group III (Instinctual)

Group IV (Relational)

Subconscious Messages:

Sorting Statements

Statements about Myself

MBTI ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS (OPTIONAL)