ISTP

ISTP: The Mechanic, Crafter Artisan (Introverted Sensing Thinking Perceiving)

Quiet and reserved risk-takers: they live for the moment. Loyal to their peers and to their internal value systems, uncomplicated in their desires, detached and analytical, practical problem solver, concrete in speech. Excellent skills with mechanical things. interested in how and why things work Usually interested in and talented at extreme sports, not overly concerned with respecting laws and rules which get in the way of getting things done. Quite directive in their social roles.

Relationships: Bright, intense, interesting, and exciting individuals who tend to live entirely in the present moment. Prefer to take things one day at a time, rather than make long-term commitments. If a relationship interests them and satisfies their needs they will work hard to keep it healthy. If they lose interest in a relationship, their natural tendency will be to move on. Sensual, earthy, fiercely independent with a need for private space. Sexually, the ISTP approaches intimacy as a physical act rather than an expression of love and affection. Sensual people who experience sex with all five senses. Afraid of having to deal with their deeper feelings., they do have intense feelings for people But do not adequately express their emotions.

Parenting: Laid-back, non-controlling parents who give their kids the breathing room and space they themselves love. Can discipline when required. Will probably maintain a distance between themselves and their children. No big need to pass on their values or to influence their children’s decisions in life. Enjoy being physically active one-on-one with their children.

Friendship: Enthusiastic about the interests of others, yet laid back and flexible. Their introversion gives substance to their sensuality. They tend to pick friends to share hobbies and pastimes. Careers: Mastery of tools of any and all kinds, from mechanic’s tools to musical instruments, from a computers to racing cars. Police and Detective Work, Carpenters, Engineers, Pilots,  Drivers, Motorcyclists, Forensic Pathologists,  Mechanics,  Computer Programmers, System Analysts and Computer Specialists, Entrepreneurs, Athletes.