グレンコが書いたLSI(ISTP)

LSI is distinguished by thoroughness, precision, and concreteness in professional matters. She carefully plans events and thoroughly examines and works out all the specifics. She puts work matters above sentiments and takes all regulations into account. LSI keeps her personal things in order. She can always be relied on. She stoically endures life’s hardships.

What she deems herself capable of doing, she will also require of others. She may become too deeply immersed in the details and calculations, at which point she risks losing sight of the broader view. She is uncompromising in her convictions; she considers the fall of the ideas〔中略〕she has previously followed a personal tragedy. She is distrustful of strangers and people about whom she knows too little.〔中略〕When she discovers some negative traits in another person, she loses trust in them for a long period of time.

In communication with friends and colleagues, she is polite and courteous. She can make an impression of an intelligent and well-mannered person; however, in closer, more familiar relations, she can be rather insensitive. Despite the fact that she is quite communicative in small groups, she needs to spend time alone periodically. She has a tendency to be didactic, to deliver lengthy explanations on her understanding of a subject. She may lecture on ethical topics.

LSI is often in a gloomy, serious mood. She accumulates negative emotions. She periodically pours them out on someone else and〔中略〕feels temporarily relieved. To be in good condition, she needs frequent fluctuations of emotional background. She cannot stand to be pressured by negative emotions — crying, whims, accusations, etc. — and it is easier for her to give in than to ignore them. Internally, she is rather touchy and vulnerable, although she does not show this, considering it to be a weakness.

A characteristic behavior that allows us to confidently identify a person of this type is good adaptability to her position within a hierarchy of power. As a child, the LSI tends to be an obedient, well-behaved child who is respectful of her elders. At school she may set an example for others and be given responsible assignments by her teachers. She is very operational and a good organizer. When she is appointed to a post, she shows clear administrative inclinations. She maintains strict discipline and doesn’t cut slack for anyone. She is tough in asking about implementation and completion of adopted decisions. She likes and respects the hierarchy of degrees,〔中略〕titles, and positions and follows the chain of command. LSI is very trusting in matters of human relations. Being aware of this, she is suspicious of people who violate basic ethical standards of behavior. Sometimes she imagines conspiracies based on the poor intentions of other people. Those who do not openly express their relation to her fall under suspicion. She loves and collects books, especially reference books, encyclopedias, and dictionaries. She doesn’t like to admit that she doesn’t know something in her field. At home she maintains almost a military order: all her things are strictly within their designated areas, even if she has many of them. LSI dislikes it when they are moved or handled carelessly. She constantly creates comfort and order around herself. She knows how to tinker, repair things, and in general how to work with her〔中略〕hands. At home she is unpretentious and doesn’t need sophisticated food.

Prototypes: Secretive, non-fussy oligarchs who prefer to distance themselves from publicity; major generals; historically, the creators of centralized states; general architects〔中略〕This subtype is quite tough and competent. She is a persistent goal achiever and good organizer. Demanding of her subordinates, she is incapable of tolerating any slacking or irresponsible behavior. It is virtually impossible to change her mind, let alone deeply held convictions.

Prototypes: Farmers, beekeepers, antique collectors, museum workers, master restorers, landscape painters, the unfortunate statesman who lacks an inclination toward drastic measures〔中略〕In communication, this subtype is an attentive and friendly conversationalist, able to listen patiently and give good advice. She empathizes with others during difficult moments, showing attention and sympathy. She is able to provide small services and is very courteous and kind. She gives the impression of a smile. When engaged in casual conversations within her inner circle, she is inclined to joke and display her abilities, although with large groups in public, she may get confused or stop, becoming distracted and unintelligible.〔中略〕She loves family, children, and kinship ties. She is caring, especially when she is in a good mood and nothing is bothering her.〔中略〕However, she does not always maintain good stable relations, owing to irritability and the tendency to impose her views and judgements. She is often irritable and dissatisfied with everything around.