If you speak to any Korean from the younger generation, they will most likely ask for your MBTI. This is the modern way to categorize your personality into one of the 16 groups. Let's find out why this has become a phenomenon!
Before we dive into this article, let's take a look at different MBTI types on the chart:
Have you ever heard someone describe themselves as an INTJ or an ESTP and wondered what those cryptic-sounding letters could mean? What these people are referring to is their personality type based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).
Based on the answers to the questions on the inventory, people are identified as having one of 16 personality types. The goal of the MBTI is to allow respondents to further explore and understand their personalities including their likes, dislikes, strengths, weaknesses, possible career preferences, and compatibility with other people.
No one personality type is "best" or "better" than another. It isn't a tool designed to look for dysfunction or abnormality. Instead, its goal is simply to help you learn more about yourself. The questionnaire itself is made up of four different scales, so at the end of this article I have included one link that will take you to the MBTI test, where you can then let us know your MBTI results in the comments.
Here's an oldie-but-goodie video of NCT revealing their MBTIs!
During my time in Korea and especially over the past year, I have been asked my MBTI type at least once a week. After being hesitant, at first with doing the test, as since I am from the UK, I believe in star signs more. I took the test and discovered that I mainly fall under the INFP category. I was not surprised when I read the traits and characteristics that fall under this category, as they are very true to my behavior. I do, however, think that considering Koreans used to use blood types to determine personality, this chart can be more accurate and, of course, there are more options to choose from, which make it more interesting.
Let's take a look at this video to get a better understanding:
Why not take the test for yourself?
Let us know what your MBTI is in the comments below.
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