Attitudes

The third and final axis of Temperaments describes individuals' approach to life, including values, beliefs, and goals. The attitude is opposite and interdependent in relation to perception, describing a spectrum of Realism and Idealism. Attitudes concern how individuals understand and interact with the world around them in terms of actions and consequences. In the same way, it refers to the posture towards challenges and obstacles, how solutions are sought to meet their needs and aspirations. Here, the desire for transformation is understood in terms of practical and tangible effects (realism) or existential and essential (idealism).

Realistic — Dry. Weak Emotions. Exterior Life. Closure.

Realism highlights the attitude of those who tend towards a pragmatic view of life, focusing on facts, data, and what is tangibly achievable. Realists prefer to deal with the present in a practical and objective manner. They are pragmatic and objective individuals who focus on what can be proven and achieved. These people prioritize practicality and efficiency in their actions, seeking applicable and effective solutions in the real world and relying on facts, evidence, and concrete data. They possess a high capacity for organization and planning, structuring their goals and actions methodically, avoiding being swayed by emotions or unrealistic desires. In this attitude, the most important thing is efficiency, practicality, the implementation of viable solutions, and problem-solving, which makes these people more prone to discipline, focus, perseverance, and solid grounding. They have a strong sense of responsibility and work ethic, dedicating themselves diligently to their tasks.

When realists are referred to as "dry", they are being referenced as people focused on essential and fundamental aspects, at the heart of issues, avoiding digressions and sentimentalism. They communicate in an objective, direct, and concise manner, prioritizing clarity and efficiency in information transmission. They are averse to drama and rarely get involved in emotional excesses, preferring to deal with situations pragmatically and rationally. Here, too, we note a relationship with stability, but in a different sense than that observed in rhythm. It refers to attitudinal stability, not energetic stability. The emotions of realist types are weak, defined as more contained and rational emotions. They analyze and reflect on situations before acting emotionally, seeking to understand the causes and consequences of their feelings. They are people who prioritize logic and reason as guides for their decisions, even when contradictory feelings arise. Their emotional expression is discreet, subtle, and controlled, avoiding hyperbolic or dramatic demonstrations.

Realists are oriented towards external life and the world, to what is tangible and measurable. They value concrete, practical, and visible results, prioritizing efficiency and productivity in their actions. They are fact-oriented, basing their decisions on data and evidence and seeking reliable and adequately proven information. Problems are faced as challenges to be overcome, seeking practical and effective solutions. The characteristic of closure, in turn, implies caution in decision-making, so these individuals carefully weigh options before acting and assess all risks and potential consequences. Preferring stability and predictability, realist individuals may resist sudden or radical changes. They prefer and appreciate routine and organization, finding comfort and security in them. These people are structured and planners.

Idealist — Wet. Strong Emotions. Inner Life. Openness.

Idealists are those who tend to have an aspirational view of life, focusing on ideas, dreams, and essentially, ideals. These individuals are driven by lofty values and a belief in continuous improvement. While a realist attitude is characterized by adapting to the concrete world, the idealist, on the other hand, seeks alignment with the inner world. Thus, the concrete world is illuminated with all the colors of the individual's soul, and whether this is positive or pessimistic, healthy or unhealthy, it doesn't matter: idealists make the world the world, but only by joining with realists. Everyone functions this way, just as proposed by Socionics. "Reality" is a mediation between the concrete and the abstract, the essential and the quintessential, the physical and the spiritual — whatever value the individual places on these words.

Idealists are illuminated by an inspiring and aspirational vision of the future, focusing on how things can be better. They inspire others and motivate them to pursue their dreams and ideals, so that the world does not lose its sun. The values of an idealist are elevated, as are their ethical principles. They strongly trust intuition and inspiration, visualizing the potential for change and progress. An idealist's life is lived at a point beyond the tangible. They aim for significant and transformative changes, wanting to build a better world by fighting for good causes, good ideals. Their internal motivation is to improve themselves and also the world around them. Idealists are those who present new paths and, with empathy and compassion, seek solutions that benefit everyone and promote common well-being. They passionately engage in their projects and causes, dedicating themselves fully to what they believe in. One could say that if the first step of a realist is to give oneself in body, the first step of an idealist is to give oneself in soul — and, consequently, both understand themselves based on this first step: a realist sees themselves in action, and an idealist sees themselves beyond the concrete world.

Describing idealists as having "wet" traits of Temperament refers to the richness with which they experience a wide and intense range of emotions, from deep joy to reflective melancholy. They are empathetic people who absorb the essence of the world into their own being, and, in contrast to realists, are easily inundated by feelings and transcendent experiences. They connect deeply with the feelings of others, understanding their pains and joys with great sensitivity. The passion and enthusiasm of an idealist for their dreams and ideas inspire and motivate those around them. An idealist's emotions are strong, leading to authentic, vibrant, and intense expressiveness, without fear of showing vulnerability. They connect with the intuitive world and are guided by these visions and emotions, allowing their feelings to lead their decisions. They are sensitive people who deeply appreciate art, music, and beauty in all its forms, finding inspiration and meaning in them.

Idealists dedicate time to introspection and delve into reflection, seeking to understand themselves and the world around them on a deeper level. Their mind is fertile and their imagination is rich. They are capable of bringing innovative ideas and creative solutions to complex problems, which is sustained by a holistic lens that sees the world as interconnected and leads them to seek, above all, the meaning of relationships between different elements and systems. Essentially, idealists have a receptive mind and are open to new ideas, experiences, and perspectives, always seeking to learn and grow. Because of this, they are flexible people who adapt more easily to changes and unexpected situations, embracing the fluidity of life, although this may make it difficult for them to deal with the lack of ideal consideration from others — unmet expectations can break an idealist's heart. Nonetheless, they accept and respect the diversity of thoughts, beliefs, and lifestyles, welcoming differences with compassion.