Subtypes MBTI

Assertive (-A)

Assertive individuals are self-assured, even-tempered, and resistant to stress. They aim for goals and want successful results, but they typically won’t let nervousness color the path to their accomplishments. They’re unlikely to spend a lot of time thinking about their past actions or choices. According to Assertive personality types, what’s done is done. However, problems may arise for them if their confidence turns into overconfidence. Assertive individuals may gloss over problems or details that can interfere with their goals and desired results. They may lean toward assuming all will be positive. Assertive people also sometimes presume they are free to do much more than others would allow or tolerate. If overconfident, these personality types may come to believe their confidence overshadows what others want. People with this personality trait report more satisfaction with their lives. They feel more assured of their abilities to handle the difficult and the unexpected. Through this lens, they often create the kinds of success that matter to them.

Turbulent (-T)

Turbulent individuals are success-driven, perfectionistic, and eager to improve. They are always trying to counterbalance their self-doubts by achieving more. Turbulent personality types tend to notice little problems and often do something about them before they become larger ones. Always feeling the need to do more, to have more, and to be more, Turbulent individuals can also get caught up in endless thoughts of criticisms, slights, or regrets. Their sensitivity to potential problems can be useful – unless that’s all they think about and the problems clutter their attention. Turbulent personality types may compulsively scan for what might go wrong instead of keeping their eyes on more positive targets – on what could go right. Careful and attentive people are always important to society and keep it safe. At the same time, a fear of stagnation can bring about great change. Turbulent individuals beautifully cover both. When these personalities balance their worries and concerns with positive action, they’re likely to prove themselves to be of great value.

INTP-A: The "assertive logician" tends to be more comfortable with themselves and more confident than an INTP-T. They are also more satisfied with their circumstances. Assertive Logicians are more likely to be satisfied with their current place in life. Assertive Logicians report being more comfortable in their skins than Turbulent Logicians. Assertive Logicians have a slightly greater tendency to look before they leap. In addition, their confidence allows these personalities to be surer when they pick a direction and less likely to question their commitment to it. This subtle commitment can make Assertive Logicians’ behaviors and ideas a shade more consistent than those of their Turbulent counterparts. If they’re confident in their direction, there’s little need to change it. 

Assertive Logicians are more likely than all other personality types to say they rarely let people upset them. They are also less likely than Turbulent Logicians to hold a grudge after an argument. Not being driven by the opinions of others is one hallmark of the Assertive Identity. These Logicians may frequently act without the permission or approval of others. “It’s easier to ask for forgiveness than it is to ask for permission” might be their occasional motto. This allows these personalities to advance their goals in life in an independent and perhaps a more streamlined fashion. But this can also be problematic. It can lead to Assertive Logicians appearing arrogant or as though they’re acting in condescending ways. 

Their Introverted, Intuitive, and Thinking traits already lend these personalities an air of remoteness that can feed this perception. But rather than arrogance, it may sometimes mean that they believe so much in their own strategies and ideas that they are unable to see room for anyone else’s contributions. Where collaboration or a team effort is called for, it may be difficult for them to fit in. Assertive Logicians, being less moved by the opinions of others, are often endowed with the advantages of more independent and streamlined thought and action.

INTP-T: The "turbulent logician" feels less confidence, comfort with themselves, and satisfaction than an INTP-A. One of the defining qualities of the Turbulent personality trait is a pronounced drive to change and improve in order to repair perceived deficiencies. Turbulent Logicians are no different. But for this Thinking/Prospecting type, with every new piece of knowledge, there is the potential that it acts as a compass – sending them off in a new direction on a quest for something better, something to improve. 

The basic qualities of the imaginative growth-seeking Logician amplify this aspect of the Turbulent trait. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that Turbulent Logicians will follow through on all their ideas. Sometimes, their relative lack of confidence might stifle any action. Or, sometimes, the whole thing is just an Introverted mental exercise, and the process remains internal and forever hidden. Even when these personalities flirt with change, they may not always be comfortable with it. They typically prefer their own ideas to those initiated by someone else or one that catches them by surprise. When Turbulent Logicians choose to share their thoughts, it may be hard for others to keep up with the ongoing changes in their thinking and their goals. Their shifting objectives can become moving targets in the eyes of other personality types – particularly those with the Judging trait – leaving Turbulent Logicians with the reputation of never being able to commit solidly to a plan.

Turbulent Logicians are comparatively more influenced by the opinions of others, and even their appearance seems to matter more to them. These personalities are more likely to value staying fit as a means of maintaining self-confidence than their Assertive counterparts. The opinions of their friends typically inform Turbulent Logicians’ levels of confidence to a far greater extent compared to the Assertive Logicians. Turbulent Logicians are also much more likely to be upset if someone they like doesn’t like them back. This need for approval can cause people with this personality type to question anything that doesn’t receive a resounding endorsement from those around them. But needing approval can be helpful or problematic, depending on how and where Turbulent Logicians express it and to what degree others influence their decisions. But always having to check with others for approval can make it harder for Turbulent Logicians to move forward. Each issue raised might elicit differing opinions from each of their friends or colleagues. Trying to please everybody can be paralyzing. Turbulent Logicians change their goals more often than their Assertive cousins. This can make these personalities more flexible problem-solvers – though perhaps too flexible at times. Turbulent Logicians are more influenced by the opinions and approval of those in their lives. This can make people with this personality type more open and accessible to their friends, families, or coworkers.

Turbulent Logicians who depend too much on the opinions of others may find they freeze in place waiting for approval. Or, to the contrary, they may give up and move on, abandoning a potentially good idea.

INTJ-A: This subtype is known as the "Assertive Architect." An INTJ-A tends to have more self-confidence than an INTJ-T, particularly when handling life's ups and downs. And if things don't go the way they expect, an INTJ-A is not likely to second-guess their initial actions or experience regret. Assertive Architects are likely to approach the things they do with a greater degree of self-assurance. These Architects feel more confident about handling the stressors that are inevitably a part of life. They are less likely to experience regret if things go wrong. So, stressors and past failures are less likely to be motivators. Their confidence places a lot of faith in their logic and understanding, and that conviction glides Assertive Architect personalities toward their accomplishments.

The slightly more adventurous Assertive Architects are likely to feel better equipped to handle whatever life throws at them – especially with strategies and decision-making. They are more likely than Turbulent Architects to report that they believe bad luck has a positive side. To these personalities, things are rarely so dire that they can’t handle them. While they prefer stability, they’re not likely to fear instability. However, Assertive Architect personalities can be a little more rigid than their Turbulent counterparts with intentional change. While they can be forward-thinking and visionary, they may see more mundane things as being fine just as they are, with no need to alter anything on a practical level. They may not have the impetus of improvement behind their regard for change and may not feel as much of a need to apply smaller tweaks to a system.

A larger percentage of Assertive Architects report that they’re comfortable around authority figures than their Turbulent counterparts. These Assertive personality types may not be as held back by concern over how others might judge them – potentially creating a more independent attitude. Stress affects Assertive Architects less, but this should not be confused with their not caring. Assertive Architects are motivated more from within, and their inspiration to act is based on confidence in their rationality. Assertive Architects are less likely to be as concerned about the opinions of others. They relish their independence and make decisions on their own. Both personality types need order and predictability, but Assertive Architects are slightly more adventurous than Turbulent Architects. They prefer stability but don’t necessarily fear instability.

INTJ-T: Someone with this subtype is known as the "Turbulent Architect" and has a greater concern about the areas where they may fall short, whether in reality or perception. They also tend to use this concern to their advantage by pushing themselves harder and paying more attention to detail. For Turbulent Architects, many of their best efforts come from concerns about real or perceived shortcomings. This may push them to work harder and be more meticulous in an attempt to do better or make things better. These personalities are more thorough – not despite the fact that they worry, but because they do worry. Turbulent Architects are likely to carry their diligent desire for improvement into any of their personal or professional endeavors.

Turbulent Architects more typically find any imperfections in a system very early in the process. This is due to their more worrisome nature, which creates a kind of hypervigilance. Their analytical nature then helps them find useful solutions, sometimes even before others realize such a solution is needed. This foresight can create a solid reputation that elevates them at work and at home. However, this doesn’t mean that Turbulent Architects always follow through on the solutions they develop. The same apprehension that allows these personalities to find problems early in the process might also prevent them from mentioning such flaws to others. “How can this go wrong?” might be replaced by, “What if I’m wrong?” This new question may stifle any impulse to share insights and solutions.

While neither Architect is typically big on changing their goals, a relative willingness to change is a true Turbulent difference. Turbulent personality types, with an eye always aimed at improvement, commonly deal with the moving targets and shifting methods that are often necessary to change something for the better. As much as Turbulent Architects value stability and consistency, they will shake things up – but only if doing so clearly paves the way to better results. While both are sometimes uncomfortable expressing feelings, Turbulent Architects are relatively more likely to let their emotions play a role. These personalities consistently report, for example, that they are more easily provoked and more likely to feel fear – especially fear of uncertainty. More Turbulent Architects say they are emotionally expressive in general when compared to their Assertive counterparts.

Turbulent Architects’ different levels of expressiveness and relative need for people may give them an advantage over Assertive Architects for connecting with others. Turbulent Architects may get more buy-in for their ideas from others because of their more approachable, open attitude. They are also more likely to feel the need to ask for advice – but then find it more difficult than Assertive personalities to make the request. Nonetheless, it shows that they value what others have to offer.

ENTP-A: More confident than ENTP-Ts, ENTP-As assume that people accept them and aren't as interested as ENTP-Ts in discussing their feelings. They tend to be less emotionally reactive. Assertive Debaters (ENTP-A) usually show less need for positive feedback. 

While Assertive Debaters may not react as negatively or openly to problems, they also may not put as much effort into self-monitoring or feel as ashamed of any missteps. Their sense of comfort with themselves applies regardless of the results of their thoughts or actions. Debaters are known for their ready adaptability, and Assertive Debaters are somewhat more likely to say that stress actually helps them focus. Assertive Debaters are a bit more likely to engage in physical activity as an outlet. 

Assertive Debater personalities are less easily provoked than their Turbulent counterparts, who tend to be reactive, especially to criticism. Assertive Debaters are less prone to self-examination or shame. Assertive Debaters are less affected by stress. Assertive Debaters are less bothered, even when someone else is superior. Assertive Debaters tend to have a more positive self-view.

ENTP-T: They seek approval, agreement, and attention, and often feel anger, jealousy, or envy. Their behavior is more emotionally driven than ENTP-As. Turbulent Debaters are relatively more willing to talk about them with others and tend to devote more effort to actively dealing with their negative feelings. A notable majority of Turbulent Debaters say they work hard to get their anxieties, worries, and feelings under control.

Turbulent Debaters are also more likely to react to failure with vocal defensiveness or blaming themselves or others and to respond more vigorously to criticism. Turbulent Debaters are much less likely to feel that they can effectively manage the stress in their lives, and they more often take steps to avoid it. Turbulent Debaters are prone to being even more talkative than normal when stressed. While the Turbulent personality trait can make some less comfortable with themselves, Debaters of both Identities have roughly similar boldness and optimism overall. Interestingly, it’s the Turbulent ones who are less likely to ask for help, often because they fear it may make them look weak. Turbulent Debaters are significantly more likely to agree that negative emotions affect their ability to think clearly and significantly less likely to feel like they have control over their emotions.

Turbulent Debaters are more likely to seek social approval. Turbulent Debaters tend to be reactive, especially to criticism. Turbulent Debaters are more likely to talk about their feelings and put significant effort into controlling negative feelings. Turbulent Debaters often have a hard time managing even moderate stress. Turbulent Debaters are more likely to be upset or assign blame over their failures. Turbulent Debaters are more easily provoked to anger, jealousy, or envy.

ENTJ-A: Confident; assumes others' acceptance; less emotionally reactive; handles stress and negativity well. Assertive Commanders are much more likely to keep their stress under control. They have an easier time moving forward in a resolute Commander way, despite the feelings and thoughts that stress brings. Assertive Commanders are more likely to feel that stress helps them focus or even perform better. Both variants of this personality type can be aggressive and energetic. But in the case of Assertive individuals, stress is more likely to feed their motivation – and perhaps even increase their energy.

Assertive Commanders likely have an easier time mastering their state of mind as well.  The Assertive trait can support this personality type’s clarity of thought. While Assertive Commanders may be less likely to connect with inner sentiments, they’re also less likely to delve into darker feelings. This benefits their self-esteem. Not only is their emotional state more stable, but it’s usually more self-forgiving. Assertive Commanders are far more likely to report that they rarely feel ashamed of themselves. An Assertive Identity offers Commanders a somewhat greater – though far from absolute – immunity to negative reactions to their experiences with people.

Overall, neither variant of this personality type is known for avoiding conflict or difficulty. But it’s notable that Assertive Commanders tend to have an easier time letting go of agitated thoughts or feelings that may arise from such situations. These personalities are far less likely to report that they lie awake at night thinking about the things that upset them during the day. Assertive Commanders are less likely to feel bad if they’ve hurt someone and, consequently, aren’t as likely to take care to avoid doing so. Assertive Commanders are broadly possessed of greater confidence, both innately and in response to external events. Assertive Commanders are less likely to be anxious about their body image and somewhat more likely to consider themselves attractive. Moreover, their opinion of the way they look is less likely to change often.

Assertive Commanders are more likely to feel that stress helps them focus and perform. Assertive Commanders are less likely to feel ashamed or maintain a negative self-image. Assertive Commanders have an easier time than their Turbulent counterparts feeling self-confident and maintaining their motivation in the face of difficulty.

ENTJ-T: Seeks validation and attention; tends toward anger and jealousy; emotionally driven; more sensitive, sentimental, and affectionate than ENTJ-A. It’s much more difficult for Turbulent Commanders to prevent even moderately stressful events from affecting them. However, Commanders, in general, see themselves as being on top of things and likely to rise to meet life’s challenges. So, while Turbulent members of this personality type may experience stress more acutely, it doesn’t necessarily derail their momentum in life. It may alter their approach somewhat, though, when stress leads to negative perceptions. Turbulent Commanders are more likely to feel pessimistic following a setback, and this can affect their decision-making process. Notably, they’re more likely than their Assertive counterparts to take steps to avoid stress or seek a pause to gather themselves. Turbulent Commanders are relatively open to “softer” or more positive feelings as well.

Turbulent Commanders often struggle to move on or relax once they have become upset. Turbulent personalities that are more likely to be bothered by their actions. Turbulent Commanders are much more likely to report that they feel anxious if they know they’ve upset someone. Accordingly, they may likewise demonstrate more concern. 

Turbulent trait is usually associated with greater emotional volatility. Turbulent Commanders are more likely to report that they enjoy openly showing affection for people they care about. Turbulent Commanders are more prone to worry and less likely to maintain their motivation in the face of difficulty.

Turbulent Commanders are less likely to manage their stress effectively and tend to have a hard time letting go of things that upset them. Negative emotions are more likely to affect Turbulent Commanders’ ability to think clearly. Turbulent Commanders are more likely to be easily upset by others and to be anxious if they upset someone else. Turbulent Commanders are more likely to enjoy openly showing affection for those they care about, as well as sentimentality in general.

INFJ-A: is referred to as an "Assertive Advocate" and often displays confidence with a relaxed demeanor. When the Assertive Advocates become bothered by injustice, inequality, or the problems of others, they are more likely to respond in a hopeful manner. They may pay just as much attention to any troubling concerns and human difficulties, but they refuse to become stressed by them. Assertive Advocates are more likely than their counterparts to stay on an even emotional keel when relating to others. Rather than spending a lot of time thinking about the pain and misery some may suffer, these personality types are more likely to think in terms of plans and visions that may lead to a more positive future.

Assertive Advocates might shrug off legitimately important problems that need to be addressed, choosing instead to focus on brighter things. On these occasions, they may overlook essential tasks. Assertive Advocates see things through a filter that values humanity and want to have people (in limited Introverted doses) in their lives. Assertive Advocates are not deeply influenced by the opinions of others – perhaps, at times, to their detriment. This allows these personalities to approach the various missions in their lives with independence and in a streamlined fashion. Assertive Advocates can overplay the role of the lone wolf. These Confident Individualists can become so independent that they forget the needs and wishes of others.

Assertive Advocates are much more likely to accept an unusual turn in events, and they somewhat more readily buy into unorthodox ideas and people. They tend to be somewhat more adventurous. Assertive Advocates may be less driven to fix past mistakes. If they can just brush off their failures as unimportant, they may not learn critical lessons that can be best taught by trial and error. This may leave these personalities repeating their mistakes more often than they might like.

Assertive Advocates are likely to be more hopeful. Stress and regret affect the Assertive Advocate individuals less, but this should not be confused with their not caring. Assertive Advocates are less influenced by the opinions of others than Turbulent Advocates. However, paying too little or too much attention to the opinions of others carries its own difficulties. Assertive Advocates are more likely to want people in their lives.

INFJ-T: is known as a "Turbulent Advocate" and tends to be less confident and more easily stressed. Turbulent Advocates are likely to question themselves more and are ordinarily more sensitive to stressors. Turbulent Advocates are likely to turn empathizing with others up a notch when compared to Assertive Advocates. Turbulent Advocates often let their passions lead them to great accomplishments. These are fueled by their regard for the people in their lives and concern for moral and idealistic issues. They can become overly involved in the problems of others. This involvement might even generate a kind of hyper-empathy where these personalities identify too much with those they seek to help.

If Turbulent Advocates become invested and then are not able to help to the degree they think they should, Turbulent self-criticism can be excessively harsh. They can sink into brooding and become miserably mired in worry and regret. To add to this, Turbulent Advocates are more willing to exaggerate the impact of something that bothers them or hurts the people they care about. People with this personality type often interpret things as being far worse than they are. But such exaggeration is rarely on purpose or about dishonesty. It’s more a reflection of their tendency to hold more negative views of things. It can genuinely reflect what they believe. But even if it comes from a good place, magnifying the problems can add unneeded stress and intensity to an already difficult situation. Assertive Advocates are much less bothered by regrets when their pasts have been rocky.

Turbulent Advocates are more likely to go beyond simply wanting people in their lives. These personalities feel more of a need for others and are more affected by what others think of them. This need for others and their opinions can help them form deep bonds with others and allows them to collaborate better when that’s called for. Turbulent Advocates can constantly looking for approval, stifling their individuality, and thwarting their efforts as they wait for all who matter to look kindly on their actions and ideas. Pleasing everyone is a rare accomplishment in life, and pursuing it has stalled a lot of people in their tracks. Turbulent Advocates, as part of their quest for ongoing improvements, are likely to embrace change, but only within reason. People with this personality type like to have some control over it and to have some guarantee that it is the right change at the right moment. Turbulent Advocates may cling tightly to the memories of such disappointments and missteps. Turbulent Advocates are often fueled by their worries and concerns, and these can be used to make significant progress. Turbulent Advocates may feel they need people in their lives.

ENFJ-A: is more outgoing and likely to speak out about their feelings. Assertive Protagonists view themselves with more self-confidence. Assertive Protagonists may restrain to a higher degree their tendency to take things personally. If they discover that they aren’t living up to their ideals, Assertive Protagonists may be able to hold their self-esteem more intact. This ability can be useful for moving an agenda forward instead of worrying about their capabilities. Their confidence may have Assertive Protagonists believing that they are unlikely to be hurt – or that if they were hurt, the pain would be manageable. This sense of greater invulnerability may create a protective shell around Assertive Protagonists’ feelings, and such armor may allow them more detachment when needed. They likely deal with people more calmly. This more relaxed approach can be especially helpful in upsetting situations that can benefit from the presence of cooler heads.

Assertive Protagonists manage stress well. These personalities probably expect tension to be a part of life and view it as natural and something to enthusiastically overcome. They may even inspire others of all personality types to join them in a quest to claim victory over such difficulties. Assertive Protagonists tend to act more independently than their Turbulent counterparts. Many feel they don’t need the counsel of others when making important decisions. This allows them to do what they need to without the baggage that can come with including others in decision-making. That doesn’t mean that they’re loners by any definition. They remain Extraverts bolstered by the Feeling personality trait, so there are likely plenty of people around. But Assertive Protagonists may often display their prominent independent streak. 

Assertive Protagonists are more confident, allowing them to move boldly and independently. Assertive Protagonists are more comfortable dealing with emotions and stress. Assertive Protagonists are likely to be more independent and less inclined to seek the advice of others.

ENFJ-T: often holds on to emotions until things reach a breaking point. However, as Protagonists are charismatic and natural leaders, this Turbulent tendency may not always be evident on the surface. This self-assessment can help keep Turbulent Protagonists humbler in their leadership. When Protagonists take their crusades and sense of righteousness too far, they can sometimes be overbearing. Turbulent Protagonists’ humility may help them remain more immune to such excesses than their Assertive counterparts. The Turbulent lack of confidence might also heighten the oversensitivity that this personality type sometimes indulges in. As a reflection of Turbulent Protagonists’ lesser confidence, they may act with even less certainty if they’re not comfortable in their own skin. This greater self-consciousness may apply to many areas of their lives – but it may also help them relate to many other people with similar “less than” feelings. Sharing others’ emotions can increase Turbulent Protagonists’ level of compassion. But, if taken too far, it can also weigh them down.

 Turbulent Protagonists are apt to pair their somewhat more emotional nature with the demanding situations they face. Such reactions may dampen their attempt at handling stressful situations with a cool head. The combination may leave them feeling overwhelmed and out of control. These personalities are also more likely to show an understanding of those in similar plights. This empathy can bring them closer to those who need kindness rather than inspiration. Turbulent Protagonists are more apt to seek the counsel of others in the decision-making process. They may not feel comfortable choosing an action without external input, due to their somewhat lower sense of confidence. Trusted advice can be reassuring – or it can talk Turbulent Protagonists out of making serious errors. Either way, there are likely to be more quality exchanges between these Protagonists and the people in their lives.

Turbulent Protagonists can be more sensitive to the problems of others. Turbulent Protagonists are more likely than Assertive Protagonists to be self-conscious. Turbulent Protagonists are more likely to ask for an opinion and have more robust exchanges with the people in their lives.

INFP-A: Assertive Mediators are more likely to see a mistake as a one-off accident or simple carelessness – as the occasional kind of thing everyone does. But they are unlikely to let it take up too much real estate in their minds. These personalities typically do the same with their flaws. They usually prefer to use their time thinking about positive possibilities. It’s not that Assertive Mediators are any less idealistic or sensitive. It’s just a different, less pensive expression of these qualities. They tend to filter their caring for others, as well as other things, through a rosier-colored lens. For example, a small majority of them see themselves as “lazy” (as Prospecting personality types tend to do). It’s notably less than the number of Turbulent Mediators who apply the label to themselves. But the word “lazy” is probably not nearly as dire and filled with judgment for Assertive Mediators as it is for their Turbulent counterparts.

Assertive Mediators, relying on optimism and self-assurance to inspire them, can put a lot of energy into their humanistic goals. These personalities are usually good at fostering encouragement and hope. But an automatic habit of blanketing everything with a sunny appraisal can fog over areas that need improvement. People rarely attend to the things they shrug off. Where Turbulent Mediators may ask too much of themselves, Assertive Mediators may run the danger of asking too little, if there are problems hidden behind an illusion of everything being just fine. Assertive personalities, including Assertive Mediators, are often wrongly labeled as arrogant. Being self-important is hardly a universal characteristic of Assertive people. They may sometimes seem less invested than their intense Turbulent peers. They are subject to fewer regrets in their lives and are less likely to feel sorry or apologize for the things they do. This aura of arrogance is probably relative when considering Assertive Mediators, due to their quieter behavior. Compared to the rest of humanity, they may give the impression of being humble, but standing next to Turbulent Mediators, they may look almost brash.

Assertive Mediators lean more toward presenting themselves just as they are. They are not afraid of just being themselves. Their confidence makes the opinions of others less essential to their outlook and decisions. Being less likely to cave to the views of others suggests that these personalities have a greater tendency to act independently.

Positive impulses motivate Assertive Mediators to reach for their humanistic goals and foster hope and encouragement, but these personalities may overlook negatives/problems that need their attention. The opinions of others have less effect on Assertive Mediators and can allow them to be more independent, but it may also leave them paying less attention to valuable feedback and perspectives.

INFP-T: Turbulent personality types are typically not comfortable with their current lives. They often use this dissatisfaction to try to become better people. However, when applied to Mediators, this Turbulent quality spins them in a distinct direction. They are likely to use a strongly idealistic filter to assess where and how they need to improve. This drive to correct what they decide are flaws often pushes them to work hard.

But idealism is a demanding standard. Turbulent Mediators are apt to ask too much of themselves and become overwhelmed. When they don’t meet their unyielding (perhaps at times unreasonable) goals, they are likely to be hard on themselves. Self-criticism rings true for any Turbulent individual. But, for these personalities, their imaginations and sensitivity may magnify the damage caused by negative self-talk. Even the smallest flaw may seem more significant than it is. They are more likely to see a mistake as a reason to doubt themselves. For example, Turbulent Mediators are likely to describe themselves as “lazy” more often than Assertive Mediators – and most other personality types (all except two). But a neutral assessment may reveal this to be not entirely accurate. All other things being equal, Turbulent people generally work hard to compensate for what they see as a weakness. The “lazy” label doesn’t fit, typically. The poor self-evaluation of their work ethic is just as likely the result of their negative slant as it is a measurable reality.

Outwardly expressed emotions can show up more often in Turbulent Mediators’ lives than in the lives of their Assertive cousins. Crying more than others may not appear like a good thing at first glance. But any experience teaches those who are willing to learn – and Mediators are typically ready students of life. Being familiar with emotional expression can come in handy when relating to others’ feelings. Experience can provide a shortcut to understanding. Sharing similar ordeals can increase the potential for kindhearted listening.

Opinions weigh more heavily on Turbulent Mediators. Having concern for what others think is a typical quality in most Turbulent personality types. But Turbulent Mediators may feel this concern more deeply. Combine their Turbulent nature, the sensitivity that is a core feature of their type, and their ever-changing interests, and together, these features leave them always checking in with others. They often seek the views of the people in their lives to quiet or confirm their nagging doubts. As people-centric individuals with lingering uncertainty, Turbulent Mediators naturally go to others for encouragement and feedback. Since they value opinions, these personalities are also more likely to take note when people speak. Both types of Mediators tend to see themselves as good listeners, but valuing others’ opinions likely adds to Turbulent Mediators’ ability to pay attention.

Self-assessments through an idealistic lens often drive Turbulent Mediators to put in more effort than their Assertive counterparts, but it can also make them very hard on themselves. Turbulent Mediators report feeling negative emotions to a far greater extent than Assertive Mediators, but this can help increase their empathy levels. Turbulent Mediators’ high regard for the opinion of others potentially makes them better listeners and team players – even if in an Introverted way.

ENFP-A: Someone who is an ENFP-A is also known as an "Assertive Campaigner." This ENFP subtype tends to be more confident and has more emotional control in their relationships. Assertive Campaigners are somewhat more likely to see themselves as flourishing in life. Assertive Campaigners are more likely to see themselves in a positive light, comparatively speaking. Assertive Campaigners are far less likely to look back on misses and feel regret over them. This can somewhat shield their egos. Many Assertive Campaigners may decide to let bygones be bygones and shuck off mistakes easily. This allows them a larger sense of happiness, but they may never resolve certain problems. Assertive Campaigners are likely carrying on without being weighed down by worry or regret. Give confidence to a free spirit, and an even freer spirit may emerge. Instead of looking back, these personalities typically search for new ways to expand the boundaries of their comfort zone.

Assertive Campaigners are less affected by stressors in their lives because they tend to feel more confident in their ability to handle them. To them, stress is a part of life that they believe they are well able to manage. At times, Assertive Campaigners may underplay the seriousness of something difficult in their lives. But, just as often, being less sensitive to worrisome matters may allow these personalities to act more boldly, relative to their Turbulent counterparts. Assertive Campaigners believe to a more substantial degree than Turbulent Campaigners that they can maintain a positive focus during bad times. Again, these Assertive personalities may want to be cautious when they don their rose-colored glasses to make sure they aren’t missing crucial matters. Most Assertive Campaigners say they have control over their emotions. 

Assertive Campaigners are much more likely to say they see themselves in a positive light than Turbulent Campaigners. More Assertive Campaigners say they deal effectively with stressors and have control over their emotions. This difference can represent both an advantage and disadvantage in life for either Campaigner personality type. Assertive Campaigners prefer independence from the appraisal of others.

ENFP-T: ENFP-Ts are known as "Turbulent Campaigners" and often have less confidence and less emotional control, also experiencing more anxiety when dealing with everyday stress. Constantly missing goals can take a higher toll on the more sensitive Turbulent Campaigners – perhaps accounting for the lower percentage of these personalities who say they are successful. Turbulent Campaigners, compensating for any shortcoming they believe they have, may overthink and overwork solutions to their mistakes in hopes of making up for them. This attention to blunders is perhaps not an entirely bad quality for a personality type that tends to be a little unfocused at times. But such ruminating doesn’t necessarily mean that Turbulent Campaigners always follow through. At least, whatever repair work they may need to do is likely to stay on their radar for a longer amount of time. They have more of a feeling of being responsible for focusing on their mistakes longer.

Turbulent Campaigners’ need to be more accountable is perhaps reflected in their considerable attention to detail as well. The care they take is probably the product of their Turbulent Identity. These personalities tend to worry about their abilities and may be trying to head off anything that might validate their concerns. Their self-doubt can motivate them to pay much-needed attention to smaller details – a skill that is not typically thought of as being in the Campaigner toolbox. Turbulent Campaigners are less likely to chase good thoughts as a way of dealing with negative feelings. It’s important to bounce back quickly, but maybe focusing on the bad times long enough to glean their lessons has its value too. Turbulent Campaigners as a group are less likely than Assertive Campaigners to lay claim to control over their emotions. Turbulent Campaigners may be able to show their humanity to others a little more quickly and a little more deeply than their Assertive counterparts. Turbulent Campaigners are more likely than Assertive Campaigners to say their pride comes from what others think of them. This may also lend itself to their accessibility.

Turbulent Campaigners tend to hang on to their mistakes longer than their Assertive counterparts. Should they not find it too painful, this clinging to missteps may allow them to see and deal with problems that Assertive Campaigners might overlook. Turbulent Campaigners are likely to look for the approval of others.

ISTJ-A: Assertive Logisticians say they base their expectations on what they believe will happen rather than what they want their future to look like. Since they tend to believe that their expectations line up with future reality rather than their own desires, these personalities may claim a more objective viewpoint. Greater confidence can inspire a greater sense of being right about outcomes, and Assertive Logisticians are likely to also attach this Assertive feature to their predictions.

Assertive Logisticians are likely less interested in opinions other than their own and will focus more on pursuing their paths somewhat more independently. Relationships have less of a pull on where that path might go. This can also streamline their activities. A person often advances more quickly if they feel they don’t need to take the time to consult with others. Their more reserved emotions can make Assertive Logisticians come across as aloof. This may displace their aura of calm confidence more than they like. These personalities generally enjoy cooperative relationships, but their cooler approach may make that slightly harder, depending on who they team up with.

Assertive Logisticians are the least impulsive personality type, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that they are the least flexible. Assertive Logisticians are likely much happier than Turbulent Logisticians with the way they look. Assertive Logisticians are less likely to be interested in what others think and are less likely to be open about their feelings. Not waiting for the opinions of others can make moving forward easier for these Logisticians.

ISTJ-T: Stability is important to all Logisticians, but Turbulent Logisticians also need to find consistency in their lives. It provides them a greater sense of security and safety. They crave feeling settled in, but they can struggle to reach this state because of their perfectionistic tendencies. Things may rarely seem good enough to them, and they may have difficulty experiencing satisfaction. Turbulent Logisticians can be unsure enough of themselves to create indecision. It’s hard to value certainty and yet not be able to land easily on a firm goal. Turbulent Logisticians constantly focus on improvement. Combine that with the idea that they may not be as decisively committed to a single idea, and we have a more flexible variation of Logistician. 

Disappointment based on expectations might indicate the potential for a mild drift among Turbulent Logisticians toward feeling let down by life. Their view of the world may default to what they want not being the same as what they get.  

Turbulent Logisticians are more likely to care about what others think about them and typically work harder to maintain their relationships.  Since Turbulent Logisticians are more likely to value the opinions of others, not feeling good about the way they look can contribute to how they feel about themselves generally. They are also more likely to say their mood is determined by the way they think they look. Poor body image can be the product of lower self-confidence – and, in reverse, negative body image can contribute to low self-confidence. But Turbulent Logisticians tend to face their emotions more freely. Unexpected changes bother Logisticians more than any other personality type, and this is especially true for Turbulent Logisticians. However, in their ongoing need to improve and with their sense of uncertainty, they may actually be more willing to change, despite a certain amount of distress, than the more settled Assertive Logisticians.

Because of the value Turbulent personalities place on the opinions of others, this can affect much in the life of the Turbulent Logistician.

ISFJ-A: Assertive Defenders likely take on some of the responsibility when things go wrong as well. This is part of the sensitivity that defines Defender personality types. But they’re likely to be less affected by it and to know when to let go of difficulties. Assertive Defenders report, at a higher percentage, that they can release their worries soon after they realize that they have no control over such matters.

These Defenders may even balance their perception of negative things with other, more positive thoughts about the state of affairs, leaving them to focus more on the bright side. But this positive outlook can draw their attention away from problems on which they might be better off focusing. The Assertive Defenders’ approach to caring may take much less of an emotional toll on them. Assertive personality types generally report being happier than Turbulent personality types. 

Assertive Defenders are likely to let go of things they cannot control. Assertive Defenders acknowledge problems, but with an eye toward silver linings. This may, at times, divert these personalities from the seriousness of a setback. Assertive Defenders are likely more visible in the workplace. They may receive more recognition for their accomplishments than Turbulent Defenders because of this. Assertive Defenders may be somewhat more prone to confidently assuming that they know what someone needs or wants rather than asking them.

ISFJ-T: Turbulent Defenders typically remain the more detail-oriented of the two. They often spot problems long before their Assertive counterparts do. This awareness can be a powerful tool that allows Turbulent Defenders to size up potential problems. But it can consume them. Compared to Assertive Defenders, more of them spend time worrying about things they can’t control in life, which can lead to frustration, disappointment, and even sadness. These personalities can take on too much responsibility for negative situations they notice around them.

Turbulent Defenders may see all that can be fixed in their world and frequently feel like they haven’t done enough. They very easily find fault with themselves, even if they don’t deserve it. They typically don’t have enough emotional armor protecting them, and these sensitive personalities end up blaming themselves too often and too quickly.

Turbulent Defenders more actively anticipate problems. This can help them head off problems before they become bigger. Turbulent Defenders are quick to blame themselves when something goes wrong. Turbulent Defenders rely on the opinions of others more. Sorting out opinions may slow some of their progress, but it may also help them be better listeners.

ESTJ-A: Assertive Executives have some of these same protective qualities, but they aren’t as likely to take a defensive stance quite as quickly. They are more likely to believe that they can easily handle any threats they sense or imagine, and so are more easygoing when responding to such things. They are less likely to dwell on problems or the past, which might suggest that these personalities let go of slights and find forgiveness more easily. But their relaxed nature may also be interpreted as apathy by others who do not know them well.

Assertive individuals tend to think in more independent terms. When this independence is combined with the Thinking personality trait, these Executives are a little more likely than Turbulent Executives to keep others at a distance. That’s not to say Assertive Executives are incapable of deep relationships, but such connections may not be as urgent for these personality types. Assertive Executives are still Extraverts even if they have less of a need for others than Turbulent Executives. Their Extraversion limits their Assertive pursuit of independence much more than it might if they were Introverts.

Assertive Executives are more likely than Turbulent Executives to consider themselves very purposeful people. However, on closer inspection, both personality types have strong focus and are goal-oriented. Assertive Executives are more easygoing when it comes to emotions. This can make them appear less sensitive and unconcerned. But it likely also makes them quicker to forgive. Assertive Executives are likely to desire companionship more than need it. Viewing social interaction as a pleasurable option allows them to enjoy the people in their lives while also maintaining their more efficient, independent decisiveness.

ESTJ-T: Turbulent Executives guard all the things they’re responsible for energetically. In defending them, they can become angry and even aggressive. When compared to Assertive Executives, Turbulent Executives describe themselves as more emotionally reactive.

It’s likely that when typical Executive ambition meets Turbulent doubt, Turbulent Executive personalities are more likely to engage in defensive thinking and behavior. They may do so in the name of protecting their gains or goals. Turbulent Executives are more likely than their Assertive counterparts to say they are easily provoked and to meet aggression with aggression. That probably comes across as toughness. But, in reality, it may be a more fragile defensiveness. However, that doesn’t mean that Turbulent Executives pass through life always angry by any means. Turbulent Executives are likely to moderate their emotions for practical and rational reasons. Being too upset too often is not suitable for personal or professional relationships, which are valuable to them. When viewed in an overarching way, these personalities are more likely to look for a rational approach when interacting with others rather than an emotional one.

Turbulent Executives tend to be more emotionally reactive and more easily angered. This is likely born of a more defensive stance rather than an aggressive one. Turbulent Executives feel a higher pressure to conform. This pressure can make these personalities more sensitive to the needs of others.

ESFJ-A: Assertive Consuls’ optimistic outlook may allow them to justify specific behaviors more easily than outcomes. Outcomes are generally more straightforward, lending themselves more readily to being measured objectively. Assertive Consuls are also more likely to say that regrettable things motivate them, thus allowing them to put a positive spin on their disappointments. Assertive Consuls even actively look for ways out of their difficult emotions. They typically report wanting to speed up the grieving process more than Turbulent Consuls. They are likely interested in getting past anything that distracts them from their goals or the people in their lives. Assertive Consuls are generally willing to deal with their feelings, but they may be quicker to see them as a drawback if painful emotions linger too long.

Assertive Consuls describe their approach to life with a sort of energetic ease that taps into their confident focus. This approach colors how these personalities deal with stressors that develop. They are likely to be bold in their belief that they can deal with any difficulty life throws their way. They may be prone to seeing life’s difficulties as just another task to be skillfully taken on.

Assertive Consuls are more likely to say they find motivation when things become difficult. This positive approach may cause these Consuls to be one of the personality types better suited to adopt the adage: “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.”

Assertive Consuls are more likely to regret outcomes and are more likely to find their regrets motivational. Assertive Consuls typically want to alleviate hurtful emotions quickly and perhaps even to speed through a feeling like grief.

ESFJ-T: Turbulent Consuls tend to focus more on their behaviors when they feel regret. These personalities often assign themselves personal blame for problems. Consequently, they may see the actions they are sorry for as linked to their real (or imagined) flaws. Rather than see their regrets as having any positive value, this type of Consul would sooner see them disappear, perhaps perceiving them as an indictment of their reliability. They generally avoid even talking about them.

Turbulent Consuls may find coping with negatives more challenging. But it would be inaccurate to portray Turbulent Consuls as mired in unhappiness because of this. Their social support system alone is likely to help lift them soon enough, and they generally report being content in life. But, relatively speaking, negatives may be stickier for these personalities – and remain in their lives a while longer. Turbulent Consuls tend to be harder on themselves when asked to describe their self-discipline in more general terms. Turbulent Consuls are likely to be more dependent on others.

Turbulent Consuls can become social chameleons. Some find it helpful to change their behaviors and opinions depending on who else is in the room. Turbulent Consuls tend to believe that their reputations are formed by what others think of them, more than basing it on what they do independent of that. These personalities are much more likely to find it hard to say no to a social invitation, probably to avoid offending anyone. When something involves social matters, Turbulent Consuls tend to make more concessions than their Assertive counterparts.

ISTP-A: ISTPs are more likely to feel confident in their knowledge and abilities. Assertive Virtuosos generally show more confidence in their knowledge than Turbulent Virtuosos. Both types depend on their ingenuity, but Assertive Virtuosos often have a clearer, firmer vision of their intended approach to something. Assertive Virtuosos are less likely to engage in reflexive risk assessment, their sense of confidence helping them remain focused on the moment. Assertive Virtuosos usually find it easier than their Turbulent counterparts to maintain motivation and a steady mind-set when life’s pressures mount. 

A desire to feel better about themselves can provide Turbulent Virtuosos with a form of motivation that differs from the greater confidence of their Assertive cousins. Turbulent Virtuosos are more likely to feel compelled to prove themselves in order to address any discomfort with who they are. This can give them drive in life, and these personalities are more likely than Assertive Virtuosos to believe that their ambition will lead to accomplishment. 

Assertive Virtuosos are more likely to be confident that they know the best way to do something. Assertive Virtuosos are less likely to consider the worst-case scenario when engaging in an activity. Assertive Virtuosos are notably less likely to compare themselves to others – or worry about fitting in with them. Assertive Virtuosos are much more likely to feel they have control over their emotions, and their anger typically fades faster.

ISTP-T: Turbulent ISTPs are more likely to doubt themselves. Turbulent Virtuosos far more likely than their Assertive counterparts to doubt themselves following a mistake. Turbulent Virtuosos are far more likely than Assertive Virtuosos to compare themselves to others. This isn’t primarily driven by a desire for social inclusion. It’s often more about evaluating themselves and establishing self-worth. Turbulent Virtuosos are more likely than Assertive Virtuosos to report that they get flustered easily. They’re less likely to maintain self-control in general, as their emotions become more chaotic during both highs and lows.

Turbulent Virtuosos are more likely to seek new hobbies often. Turbulent Virtuosos are much more likely to start doubting themselves, their abilities, or their knowledge if they make a mistake. Turbulent Virtuosos are more likely to feel overwhelmed by life or when things go wrong. Turbulent Virtuosos are somewhat less likely to feel comfortable with most aspects of themselves.

ISFP-A: Assertive Adventurers look nearly like Extraverts in their robust expression of spontaneity and curiosity. They tend to roar when compared to their Turbulent counterparts. Assertive Adventurers usually feel sure about what they offer the world. These personalities embrace that their contribution is something distinct and maybe even sometimes worthy of notice. This notion likely extends to how they think about themselves. Nearly two-thirds of Assertive Adventurers believe they handle stress well. In all their self-assurance, they may see such pressure as something that doesn’t impact their lives much because they feel that they can handle it. They may even shrug such challenges off. This disregard for stressful things allows these personalities to move forward worry-free and probably more boldly. But they may also overly minimize the significance of their stressors. Assertive Adventurers may not always attend to the problems they should.

Assertive Adventurers feel more in control of their responsibilities. Assertive Adventurer personalities are likely to feel more like the masters of their ships because of the higher likelihood that they will feel in control of their emotions. Because of their greater confidence, Assertive Adventurers are likely to feel more adventurous than Turbulent Adventurers. Assertive Adventurers are less dependent on the opinions of others.

ISFP-T: Turbulent Adventurers may be less sure about their contributions. They may question the worthiness of their ideas and results. Turbulent Adventurers are less likely to feel competent in the face of stress. At first glance, this might appear negative. But whenever these personalities encounter something that feels stressful, their lack of confidence is likely to cause them to be more concerned about it – perhaps even to feel dread because of it. These feelings may bring about a heightened awareness of actual or potential problems. If they aren’t overwhelmed by these difficulties, they may find solutions sooner than their Assertive counterparts.

Turbulent Adventurers may feel uneasiness about their responsibilities. Turbulent Adventurers are less likely to think that they are in charge of their feelings. If this is more than just the way they see themselves, they may be more indecisive as their emotions fluctuate. Turbulent Adventurers are just as likely as not to have a positive sense of self. They tend to be more comfortable with themselves than average Turbulent individuals of other personality types. This almost fifty-fifty likelihood is perhaps because of their fierce independence. They are a little more likely to measure themselves mostly by themselves.

However, as we’ll see later, that doesn’t mean that Turbulent Adventurers feel no pressure from others. But their independence may give them the space they need to approach more closely the person they think they should be. For a Turbulent personality type, they are relatively less tethered to the judgments of others – although not completely. Turbulent Adventurers are likely a little less independent, but more likely to be open to working on a team or collaborating. They need to know that others approve of them and that the people who matter to them are all right with what they do. 

Turbulent Adventurers are more sensitive to stress and can feel overwhelmed easier than Assertive Adventurers. This characteristic can allow them to see little problems before they become big problems. Though Turbulent Adventurers are likely to feel more comfortable with themselves than the average Turbulent personality type, they are still less at ease in their own lives than Assertive Adventurers.

ESTP-A: Since they don’t have as much fear of making mistakes and doing the wrong thing at the wrong time, Assertive Entrepreneurs are likely to go forward with less hesitation. Assertive Entrepreneurs are more likely to see things as a challenge rather than a difficulty when things go wrong or become harder. Most say an obstacle increases their motivation. Assertive individuals are often on their own, to the point that the opinions of others are not so important. However, Entrepreneurs’ Extraversion may somewhat mute this independence in the interest of maintaining social connections. They may need to take what others think seriously in order to do so. Still, Assertive Entrepreneurs, needing the say-so of others less, are more socially relaxed than Turbulent Entrepreneurs.

Assertive Entrepreneurs are Thinking personalities – only without as much self-doubt. Their confidence likely allows them to believe that they can manage any spontaneous situation, whether it’s good or bad. For them, their competence is a safe bet. This self-assurance enables them to remain calm or to recover and respond quickly in the face of a distressing situation. However, there is such a thing as too much confidence, and it can sometimes result in impulsive and ill-considered responses that may not be helpful.

Assertive Entrepreneurs are more likely to see themselves as capable, based primarily on their confidence. Assertive Entrepreneurs see challenges as more motivating than Turbulent Entrepreneurs. Assertive Entrepreneurs are likely to be more socially relaxed because people’s opinions carry less weight with them. 

ESTP-T: Self-doubt that is part of the Turbulent package makes them less inclined to view themselves as making far fewer mistakes than other people. Their self-talk generally involves less certainty. But there is a bright side to Turbulent Entrepreneurs’ relative lack of self-assurance. Worry often expresses itself one of two ways: anxious immobility or a drive to do things carefully enough to avoid problems. Turbulent Entrepreneurs are less likely to regard a struggle as a motivating factor. They are even more likely to ignore a problem, hoping it will go away. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that every Turbulent Entrepreneur buries their head in the sand in the face of adversity when all is said and done. That would go against the fundamental traits of these personality types. They simply view challenges in a less favorable light, and Turbulent Entrepreneurs are typically prone to impatience when they encounter frustrations.

More Turbulent Entrepreneurs are likely to believe that life is too complicated in these modern times. These personalities also see themselves as less decisive when considering smaller matters. Evaluating important matters seems to be a little easier for them. But, even with weightier decisions, they appear less at ease than their Assertive cousins. Turbulent Entrepreneurs may feel that they are not able to deal with such things adequately. Facing too many options can sometimes be complicated for Turbulent personality types with the Prospecting trait. This likely holds true for Turbulent Entrepreneurs as well. Turbulent Entrepreneurs, on the other hand, are more interested in what others feel and think. Perhaps a good metaphor for this is that they are more self-conscious about their appearance around other people. Also, they are more likely to want advice from others. In general, they need people more. This need can make Turbulent Entrepreneurs less likely to act swiftly. 

Turbulent Entrepreneurs do not share the same level of confidence, but their relative level of self-doubt can make them more careful in their lives when compared to Assertive Entrepreneurs. Turbulent Entrepreneurs are likely not as bold as their counterparts. However, their hesitation may save them from making impulsive mistakes. Small matters and decisions can be difficult for Turbulent Entrepreneurs. These matters may offer too many choices for them. Turbulent Entrepreneurs feel less control over their emotions, and their feelings often surprise them.

ESFP-A: Assertive Entertainers typically feel confident about handling what life throws at them and are unlikely to worry much about stress: either how to prevent it or how to reduce it. That doesn’t mean that these personalities are oblivious to problems. It means that they don’t allow problems to be as central a focus. They likely see most potential stressors as not being worth worrying about, nor worth their attention. This helps them maintain a relaxed and less reactive attitude. Such a calm response can be valuable when dealing with great pressure.

Assertive Entertainers may decide with little fear. But their bolder approach might affect the quality of those decisions if they make them too swiftly. Assertive Entertainers’ confidence can stifle their need to question their conclusions. Sometimes, asking the right questions about their choices might be helpful – or even necessary. However, should a decision be urgent and require a quick response, Assertive Entertainers will likely shine. Control of emotions may feel like a matter of competency to Assertive Entertainers, and their confidence usually carries the day with matters of proficiency. From Assertive Entertainers’ perspective, their reality is that they are relatively sure they can handle their emotions. Handling something competently is basically one of the definitions of control. While keeping their anger in can prevent Assertive Entertainers from making waves, it may also render them less transparent to the other people in their lives. This more optimistic, Assertive personality type might feel free to express their positive emotions but be more reluctant to express negative emotions. The air might never be entirely clear of hostile feelings. Sometimes anger fuels action, or it is necessary to get someone’s attention. Concealing negative feelings could block Assertive Entertainers from experiencing their many benefits.

While the majority of both Assertive and Turbulent Entertainers say they are comfortable with themselves, Assertive Entertainers are more likely to do so. Stress is less of an issue for Assertive Entertainers. 

ESFP-T: Turbulent Entertainers’ somewhat lower comfort level may foster more of a need for self-improvement. This greater need can drive them toward a higher level of excellence. Turbulent Entertainers do tend to worry about difficult pressures in their lives. They may doubt their ability to handle an onslaught of difficulties and can feel overwhelmed. One of the best ways to reduce or prevent stress is to attempt to head off stressors before they intensify and become greater problems. For Turbulent Entertainers, this may take the form of being aware of any complications and sounding the alarm. Sharing their worries with others can alert those who may not notice the impending trouble themselves.

Entertainers tend to be unfocused anyway, and this is especially true with long-term goals. Add the self-doubt and uncertainty that’s a part of being Turbulent, and Turbulent Entertainers are even more hesitant to make decisions than most other Turbulent types. Indecisiveness can keep Turbulent Entertainers from moving forward quickly enough. They may find procrastination a problem, thinking it’s better to make no decision than to make a bad one. But, on the plus side, Turbulent Entertainers aren’t likely to decide things too lightly. They can be trusted to take things seriously. However, while both Entertainer personality types are sensitive, feelings are even more prominent in Turbulent Entertainers’ lives. Relatively speaking, they are likely more easily hurt and may hold a grudge longer than Assertive Entertainers. 

Turbulent Entertainers tend to say they feel and express difficult emotions more than Assertive Entertainers. This tendency may create a conflict between their social natures and the need to express negative emotions – the two may not always be compatible. Turbulent Entertainers may be more easily hurt by other people. This may prevent them from forgiving others as quickly as Assertive Entertainers.