Thinking vs. Feeling

Thinking vs. Feeling
Decision-making Function

Someone who has a “thinking” preference will tend to make decisions using cause-effect logic, will focus on the problem first and the people second, tend to critique first then appreciate, acknowledge differences as a path to resolution, focus on the content of a message, and search for the underlying principles of a decision; Thinkers’ decision are usually objective, analytical, non-personal, and they will seek clarity and justice in and through their decisions.

Someone who has a “feeling” preference will tend to make decisions using person-centered values, will focus on the people first and the problem second, tend to appreciate first then critique, acknowledge common ground as a path to resolution, focus on the impact of a message, and search for the underlying values of a decision; Feelers’ decisions are usually subjective, experiential, circumstantial and they will seek harmony and mercy in and through their decisions.