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Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

ThinkingOutLoud — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:50:58 GMT

Looking for any and all 'systems' (can't think of a better word) you have found to help you better understand yourself and others? Whether it's simple or complicated, objective or subjective. tia!

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Bella8888 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:04:46 GMT

The Enneagram of Nine Personality Types is interesting and has ancient origins. Lots of books out there, some that use it for be-successful in business and/or relationship purposes, which is a shallow useage, compared to what is possible from the system.

I'd recommend either Riso/Hudson, Helen Palmer or A. H. Almaas. Palmer is geared towards personality typing and Almaas takes it beyond that to a more spiritual tradition, which is what it is meant to be ultimately. Riso/Hudson tends to bridge the two perspectives. All their perspectives are very useful.

Good luck with your inquiries on this valuable subject of understanding self and others!

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Q-Checker — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:58:13 GMT

Standardized tests and inventories administered by a credentialed professional

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

rockygems123 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:13:18 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud

Intuition. And not being facetious.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Desertdi — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:24:28 GMT

@rockygems123 wrote:
@ThinkingOutLoud

Intuition. And not being facetious.

@rockygems123

I totally agree with you. di

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Elodie2 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:18:50 GMT

I would start with introspection/ self reflection. Various articles about this process online. Know yourself first which leads to a better understanding of why some people do/say what they do...excluding those who are just plain inexplicable. I also agree with intuition/instinct.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

wifey2qt — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:22:08 GMT

Self awareness is key - give it a try

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Laura14 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:31:29 GMT

There's something to astrology with your sun, moon, and rising or you can have your entire chart done online now for free with your birthplace and time of birth. I don't take it too seriously, but it's interesting!

Said as someone who has the rarest MB personality type in the world (tested three times)... ✌️

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Sweet Kitties — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:51:51 GMT

@wifey2qt wrote:
Self awareness is key - give it a try

Are you self aware of how rude you are lately?

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

wifey2qt — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:17:02 GMT

@Sweet Kitties - Oh No, am I ??? I am aware of how RUDE many posters are here so I'm speaking their language. Sorry, not sorry - I can take it, can you ?

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Still Raining — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:51:32 GMT

For a DIY assessment, the free online can lay out some questions about yourself to ponder. A bit of pop culture just like color seasons.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Puzzle Piece — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:28:07 GMT

You might try reading "Man's Search for Meaning" by Victor Frankel. The part that deals with you/us is in the middle of the book and it will inform you of many aspects of yourself.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

Lakelife62 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:32:37 GMT

Talk therapy

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

tends2dogs — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:48:58 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
Looking for any and all 'systems' (can't think of a better word) you have found to help you better understand yourself and others? Whether it's simple or complicated, objective or subjective. tia!

My suggestion is to get into "the good Book". It will tell you anything you need to know about yourself, others, and what is expected of you during your lifetime.

Self help books are written by struggling humans. Think and look higher.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

beckyb1012 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:53:55 GMT

@tends2dogs wrote:
@ThinkingOutLoud wrote:
Looking for any and all 'systems' (can't think of a better word) you have found to help you better understand yourself and others? Whether it's simple or complicated, objective or subjective. tia!

My suggestion is to get into "the good Book". It will tell you anything you need to know about yourself, others, and what is expected of you during your lifetime.

Self help books are written by struggling humans. Think and look higher.

That was my thought exactly when I first read this thread. All answers are in the Bible.

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

rockygems123 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:12:59 GMT

@ThinkingOutLoud

Something did come to mind a quote from Hermann Hesse from his book "Demian":

"The things we see are the same things that are within us. There is no reality except the one contained within us. That is why so many people live such an unreal life they never allow the world within to assert itself."

Re: Beyond Myers-Briggs and The Color Code - What Else?

SilleeMee — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:03:50 GMT

A professional psychotherapist.