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Wat zijn cognitieve functies?

Cognitieve functies zijn de mentale processen die we gebruiken om informatie waar te nemen en beslissingen te nemen. Elk MBTI-type gebruikt 4 van de 8 functies in een specifieke volgorde die een "stack" wordt genoemd.

Waarneming (N/S)

Waarnemingsfuncties (N en S) bepalen hoe we informatie opnemen — via intuïtie of waarneming.

Oordeel (T/F)

Oordeelsfuncties (T en F) bepalen hoe we beslissingen nemen — via denken of voelen.

Introvert

Introverte functies richten zich naar binnen op subjectieve ervaring.

Extravert

Extravert functies richten zich naar buiten op de objectieve wereld.

De 8 functies

NiThe Visionary

Introverted Intuition

Ni synthesizes information into unified visions and deep insights. It perceives underlying patterns and future implications, often arriving at conclusions through unconscious processing. Ni users have strong intuitions about what will happen and work toward singular goals.

NeThe Explorer

Extraverted Intuition

Ne generates possibilities and connections in the external world. It sees potential everywhere, linking disparate ideas and exploring what could be. Ne users are creative, enthusiastic about new ideas, and constantly brainstorming alternatives.

SiThe Preserver

Introverted Sensing

Si stores and recalls detailed sensory experiences from the past. It compares present situations to past experiences, valuing tradition, reliability, and proven methods. Si users have excellent memory for detail and prefer stability and consistency.

SeThe Adventurer

Extraverted Sensing

Se engages fully with the present moment and physical environment. It notices concrete details, responds quickly to opportunities, and seeks sensory experiences. Se users are action-oriented, adaptable, and skilled at reading immediate situations.

TiThe Analyst

Introverted Thinking

Ti seeks internal logical consistency and precision. It builds complex mental frameworks to understand how things work, constantly refining models to achieve greater accuracy. Ti users think independently, valuing truth over consensus.

TeThe Commander

Extraverted Thinking

Te organizes the external world for efficiency and results. It seeks objective, measurable standards and practical solutions. Te users naturally take charge, implement systems, and drive toward goals with decisive action.

FiThe Authenticator

Introverted Feeling

Fi evaluates based on deeply held personal values and authentic self-expression. It creates a rich inner emotional landscape and strong sense of identity. Fi users have firm moral convictions and stay true to themselves even under pressure.

FeThe Harmonizer

Extraverted Feeling

Fe connects with others' emotional states and maintains group harmony. It naturally reads social dynamics and responds to collective needs. Fe users excel at bringing people together, creating positive environments, and navigating social complexities.