EP13 - Which personality tests work?

In order to how we can best discover ourselves, Dr Zaphir and Dr Miller explore a variety of psychological and philosophical tests and their value for self-reflection.


The mini IPIP test for the big five personality traits everyone has (Conscientiousness, Agreeableness, Neuroticism, Openness to Experience, Extraversion)

The Myers-Briggs test for 16 personalities

The RIASEC career and personality test

The Kinsey Scale for sexual orientation

The Autism Test (should not be taken as indicative or diagnostic)

Goofy tests for fun like Lord of the Rings


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