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Idols and MBTI Types ④ - SP Edition

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Idols and MBTI Types ④ - SP Edition

MBTI is all the rage in Korea right now! Whether you watch a variety, an interview, a vlog, or a livestream by a K-Pop artist, the topic will come up. Even in a regular conversation with friends, you are guaranteed to have some MBTI talk.

But what do all of the different types mean anyway? 🤯

In this post, we discuss the 4 _S_P types out of all the 16 MBTI types, and which idols have the _S_P MBTI types.

What is “MBTI”?

MBTI, short for “Myers-Briggs Type Indictor” is a type of personality assessment test first introduced in 1956 and modernized in the 1980s. Like any other personality type assessment metric, MBTI was used by human resources or educational purposes in Korea.

Watch this video from Arirang News to learn more about the MBTI craze in Korea!

However, the real popularity of MBTI among the general population (especially for the “MZ generation,” being born between 1982~2008) started around 2020, and now it’s one of the first questions you ask when you go out on a date or meet someone new!

MBTI has 16 personality types, by 4 dichotomies.

What are SP types like?

The “S” and “P” stand for “sensing” and “perception.” Types that fall under the SJ category are ISTP, ISFP, ESTP, and ESFP.

SP types are usually known to be spontaneous, quick-witted, self-reliant, and known for their strong sense of flexibility.

Jaehyun of NCT is also an ESTP! Do you think he fits the stereotype?

① ISTP (Virtuoso)

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ISTPs are straightforward, independent and spontaneous. They boldly explore new directions to take opportunistic advantages. However, they could lack consistency in the long run.

ISTP

  • Introvert
  • Sensing
  • Thinking
  • Perception

Some examples of ISTP idols:

  • Jisoo (BLACKPINK)
  • SUGA (BTS)
  • Han (Stray Kids)
  • JO YURI

② ISFP (Adventurer)

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ISFPs are adaptable, imaginative, and free-spirited. They live in the present and value tolerance and freedom. However, they may struggle with long-term commitments.

ISFP

  • Introvert
  • Sensing
  • Feeling
  • Perception

Some examples of ISFP idols:

  • Sullyoon (NMIXX)
  • I.M (MONSTA X)
  • ZHANG HAO (ZB1)
  • MOON SU-A (Billie)

③ ESTP (Entrepreneur)

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ESTPs are competitive, vibrant, and energetic. They quickly pick up on small changes to take bold actions. However, they may have trouble with rules and formalities.

ESTP

  • Extrovert
  • Sensing
  • Thinking
  • Perception

Some examples of ESTP idols:

  • Hyunjae (THE BOYZ)
  • Jaehyun (NCT)
  • Siyeon (Dreamcatcher)
  • Chaehyun (Kep1er)

④ ESFP (Entertainer)

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ESFPs are positive, witty, and fun-loving. They enjoy the spotlight and spending time with others. They may become easily bored or take risky actions.

ESFP

  • Extrovert
  • Sensing
  • Feeling
  • Perception

Some examples of ESFP idols:

  • Changbin (Stray Kids)
  • Shotaro (RIIZE)
  • Jihyo (TWICE)
  • Sua (CSR)

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