ESFJ – THE CAREGIVER

Motto:
Getting things done (Source)

Description: (Source)
ESFJ’s focus on the outside world and assess their experiences subjectively. They largely base their judgments on their belief system and on the effects of actions on people.

ESFJ’s are literal and concrete, trusting the specific, factual information gathered through their physiological senses.

ESFJ’s project warmth through a genuine interest in the well-being of others.

They are often skilled at bringing out the best in people, and they want to understand other points of view. They are serious about their responsibilities, seeing what needs to be done and then doing it.

Generally proficient at detailed tasks, they enjoy doing little things that make life easier for others. They value tradition and the security it offers.

Easily hurt, ESFJ’s seek approval. They take pleasure in other people’s happiness. They give generously but expect appreciation in return.

Sensitive to the physical needs of others, they respond by offering practical care.

As expert people readers, ESFJ’s often adapt their manner to meet the expectations of others. However, they may have difficulty recognizing the shortcomings of loved ones.

ESFJ’s tend to be vocal in expressing their sense of right and wrong. Their value system derives from the external standards defined by their community, as opposed to a personal set of ethics. (This is one of the traits that distinguishes them from their ENFJ counterparts.)

ESFJ’s raised in an environment of high ethical standards tend to display true generosity and kindness. However, those who grow up surrounded by a skewed set of values may develop a false sense of integrity and use their people skills to selfishly manipulate others–particularly if their intuition is poorly developed, leaving them unable to foresee the consequences of their actions.

ESFJ’s seek structured, controlled environments, and tend to be good at creating a sense of order. They generally feel insecure in an atmosphere of uncertainty.

They value the rule of law and expect the same of others. ESFJ’s may be less interested in understanding the concepts behind the rules, tending to shy away from the abstract and impersonal.

Keirsey Temperament:
SJ – Guardian (What does this mean?)

Friendships:
Check the ESFJ Friendship experience.

Romantic Relationships:
Check the ESFJ Romantic Relationships.

Family Life:
Check the ESFJ Family Life and ESFJ as a parent.

Education:
Check the ESFJ Education Experience.

Possible Careers:
Early Childhood Educator, Nurse, Office Administrator, Social Worker, Teacher (More).

For in depth analysis check the ESFJ Career Path.

Typing Confusions:
Check the ESFJ Typing Confusions.

Famous ESFJ’s:
Pope Francis, Whitney Houston, Elton John, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Walters (More)

Prayer:
“God give me patience, and I mean right NOW.”

Acronym:
E S F J = Especially Satisfied Fulfilling Jobs

Dominant Jungian function:
Extraverted Feeling (Fe) – The ability to evaluate based on what is good for others or expected by society (What does this mean?)

Secondary Jungian function:
Introverted Sensing (Si) – The ability to remember the details of past experiences and sense perceptions (What does this mean?)