Builder
Builder belongs to one of the two Type Perspectives in the NXT personality framework. If you are new or unfamiliar with this topic, do refer to the Introduction of Type Perspective for more information.
Overview
Building Functions are Introverted Perceiving Cognitive Functions, used to ensure the certainty of things known in the world by examining recurring occurrences.
These Cognitive Functions are introverted as they involve forming relatively subjective observations that prioritize the most appealing phenomena identified through reoccurring perceptions.
As such, Builders tend to focus on refining knowledge, most noticeably by prioritizing the organization and perfection of what is known, all of which contribute to a life of certainty.
Brief technical description: Builders desire to ensure the certainty of things known in the world by prioritizing recurring occurrences.
Builders will have a Building Function as either their Dominant Function or Supportive Function. Building Functions consist of Introverted Sensing (SI) and Introverted Intuition (NI).
To provide greater clarity and understanding of the descriptions above, below are the key definitions for the specific terms used.
Key Definitions
Definition of Builder:
A person who prioritizes Building to fulfill their desire for certainty.
Definition of Building:
Prioritizing what is known by focusing primarily on refining pre-existing information.
Definition of Introverted:
Referring to a psychological orientation that is centered around the subjective viewpoint of one's inner world.
Definition of Subjective:
Based on the personal interpretation of matters.
Definition of Familiar:
Within an individual's usual experiences or awareness.
Definition of Certainty:
Assurance in life, usually gauged from the consistency, predictability, dependability, uniformity, or regulability of phenomena.
Derivative Traits
As mentioned above, Builders focus on making subjective observations by examining the world internally for familiar knowledge. As such, various characteristics can be expanded upon this core trait to understand it better.
To illustrate an experiential depiction of a Builder, here are some possible derivative traits that are commonly reported from individuals of this Type Perspective.
- Prefers a planned and organized way of life, thriving in order rather than chaos.
- Favors regulation of information, preferring to narrow options down to dependable known things.
- Desires reliable perspectives or approaches, disliking unpredictable events or alternatives.
- Refers to acquired knowledge and understanding when encountering difficulties.
- Builds on the topic at hand, rarely digressing to any other topics.
Thematic Details
Within the fictional world of Mochiverse, the primary Personality Class of an archetype is represented by the ninja's headgear. In particular, Builders have a headgear that is in the shape of a rounded square.
The reason for this design choice is to hint at the predictability of a perfectly designed shape, signifying a Builder's desire for their lives to play out according to their set expectations. As such, it captures the primal desire of Builders who seek a life of certainty.
Related Topics
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