The Sage function – introverted thinking – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about analysing complex information to understand underlying logical structures and principles, building accurate mental models, and seeking theoretical correctness for its own sake. This episode explores how this function manifests in INTPs, ISTPs, ENTPs, and ESTPs, and how it seeks truth through rigorous independent reasoning.

Introverted thinking formulates questions and creates theories. It wants to reach reality and see how external facts fit into the framework of the idea. Jung described it as creating ideas which, though not inherent in the concrete fact, become the most suitable abstract expression of it. When developed, this function excels at spotting logical inconsistencies and questioning established ideas. When imbalanced, it can become detached or condescending.

This episode covers the Sage's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.

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The Tactician function – extraverted sensation – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about engaging directly with present moment sensory reality, responding tactically to immediate opportunities, and processing through direct physical experience. This episode explores how this function manifests in ESTPs, ESFPs, ISTPs, and ISFPs, and how it excels at responding quickly to changing circumstances.

Extraverted sensation perceives the world through direct engagement with physical reality – what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch right now. Jung described it as having an extraordinary sense for objective facts and concrete enjoyment. When developed, this function brings remarkable groundedness and practical effectiveness. When undeveloped, it can become reckless, impulsive, or superficial.

This episode covers the Tactician's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.

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The Lover function – introverted feeling – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about filtering experiences through an internal value system, understanding what feels authentic and meaningful, and maintaining personal integrity regardless of external pressure. This episode explores how this function manifests in INFPs, ISFPs, ENFPs, and ESFPs, and how it seeks alignment between subjective conviction and universal truth.

Introverted feeling makes decisions based on what satisfies your subjective value system – what feels right based on your values, based on what you judge to be right or good. Jung described it as continually seeking an image which has no existence in reality, but which it has seen in a kind of vision. When developed, this function aligns personal values with something more universal. When undeveloped, it can become purely egocentric or self-righteous.

This episode covers the Lover's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.

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