I saw this first at Robin's so decided to take a quick whack at it -
So - I am an Examiner. No surprise there, considering I am a scientist at heart.
* ISTJs are often called inspectors. They have a keen sense of right and wrong, especially in their area of interest and/or responsibility. They are noted for devotion to duty. Punctuality is a watchword of the ISTJ.
Punctuality - you betcha. In fact, I know this can be a problem with me, considering I am married to a man who has no sense of time. Can you guess what we argue about most consistently in our marriage?
ISTJs are very loyal, faithful, and dependable. They place great importance on honesty integrity. They are "good citizens" who can be depended on to do the right thing for their families and communities. While they generally take things very seriously, they also usually have an offbeat sense of humor and can be a lot of fun - especially at family or work-related gatherings
Offbeat sense of humor - DEAD ON - I was the only person laughing in the theater while watching the movies Pulp Fiction and Trainspotting.
..private, does not appreciate strangeness, not adventurous, not spontaneous, follows the rules...
Yes, I am private and I do follow the rules - HOWEVER - I like to think of myself as adventurous. AND - at times, there is nothing like a bit of spontaneity to make the day a lot of fun.... as long as the spontaneity doesn't interfere with any other plans I might have made.
Other famous ISTJ's include: George Washington, Andrew Johnson, Harry Truman, George Bush (WTF?), Herbert Hoover, and Queen Elizabeth II - HEY, I am beginning to suspect I went into the wrong line of work.
Fictional ISTJ's include: Darth Vader, Eeyore, and Cliff Clavin (Cheers) - isn't that quite the mix?
I suppose all this is pretty correct - but just as Robin said - I haven't gone on to read any of the others that closely.
Huh. I used to be an extreme ENFP; now I'm almost completely an introvert. The rest remained the same. I'm still a "Dreamer."
Posted by: Desert Songbird | August 25, 2007 at 11:57 PM
When I read the list of famous ISTJ's I said the exact same thing ..... George Bush (WTF?)
Darth Vader and Eeyore....how can that be? *LOL*
It was very interesting. :D
The "offbeat sense of humor" was a on the button for me as well. As my mom says a "Warped sense of humor." *LOL*
Nothing like watching a movie and being the only person to laugh. At least I have a sense of humor. ;)
I am off to "examine" the results of others. *giggle*
Posted by: Debbie | August 26, 2007 at 04:19 AM
darth vader and Eeyore??? that one is sure weird!
Posted by: deslily | August 26, 2007 at 05:56 AM
Huh. I haven't done one of these in quite awhile. I'll have to do one...
How cool is it to be listed with Darth Vader AND Cliff Clavin? :D
Ian
Posted by: Ian | August 26, 2007 at 07:28 AM
Pulp fiction is one of the funniest movies I've seen. Cory and I saw it in the theatre in high school...oh god, I just dated myself. ;)
Posted by: melissa | August 26, 2007 at 09:55 AM
I keep hearing about this system of defining personalities. Totally interesting. Now I want to go take the test too.
Posted by: Angelina | August 26, 2007 at 10:01 AM
I love Pulp Fiction was I not meant to laugh? Trainspotting was pretty funny too.
Posted by: beccy | August 26, 2007 at 11:31 AM
This is cool. I just took it too, and you are and I have very different personalities. Whatdya know. Cool post Sis.
Posted by: Amanda | August 26, 2007 at 12:04 PM
Its funny how we may change personality as we age, change jobs, have children. Last time I took the test, I was a ESTF. I will take this again and see what I am now... LOL
If people with multiples personalities take the test, how many results do they get?
Here from BC carnival. Have a great week.
Posted by: CyberCelt | August 26, 2007 at 07:44 PM
okay... you know I have to take it if you and mandy did
Posted by: pamela | August 26, 2007 at 10:49 PM
I'm INFP, a dreamer. I like my kin: Audrey Hepburn, Albert Schweizer, Anne of Green Gables, ET (yeah, who knew?). I'm definitely not extrovert when it comes to outgoing or being around large groups, but I'm external when it comes to processing, I think, either through talking it out or writing it out, so who knows how that fits.
And I'm verbal/musician with naturalist closely following. Fits my occupations of writer, speaker, music teacher.
Posted by: Heather Goodman | August 27, 2007 at 08:37 AM
hmmm sounds ok until the includijng WTH GWB
Posted by: wolfbaby | August 27, 2007 at 09:44 AM
hi there! thanks for visiting me and dont be a stranger!! oh this personality test is great ill have to do one myself! :D
loved ur blog congratualtions!
Posted by: confessing7girl | August 27, 2007 at 04:53 PM
Offbeat sense of humor - have you seen the movie Rick? I think you'd love it.
Posted by: Jana | August 28, 2007 at 07:55 AM