This is basically the Keirsey temperament model (which is similar the Myers-Briggs model). I'm an iNTj, or what Keirsey calls a "Rational Mastermind." (He has very flattering names for these types.)
- NT - Rationals - iNTj (Mastermind), iNTp (Architect), eNTj (FieldMarshal), eNTp (Inventor)
- SJ - Guardians - iStJ (Inspector), iSfJ (Protector), eStJ (Supervisor), eSfJ (Provider)
- SP - Artisans - iStP (Crafter), iSfP (Composer), eStP (Promoter), eSfP (Performer)
- NF - Idealists - iNFj (Counselor), iNFp (Healer), eNFj (Teacher), eNFp (Champion)
Go the
Keirsey Temperament Website to read all about your temperament type. There is also a more in depth test to take, but you have to pay for the detailed results. It used to be free, but not anymore. But the info is free.
These temperament types pretty much match up with the classic temperament types. It does seem there are four basic types, and then variations of each of those four.
- Sanguine - Artisan - SP - (Likable, creative)
- Choleric - Idealist - NF - (Visionary, driven)
- Phlegmatic - Rational - NT - (Intellectual, independent)
- Melancholic - Guardian - SJ - (Compassionate, serving)