The thinking (T) function is divided into two types in psychology: TE and TI. Although they are both thinking functions, they differ greatly in the way they process information and make decisions.
TE, or extraverted thinking, is mainly oriented to external data and is oriented to recognize the objective existence of external data. It is not affected by the filtering of human cognition and is more concerned with facts and externally visible, observable things and phenomena. When judging, TE tends to use external conditions and obvious criteria, such as the weight of the iPhone or the number of sales. This type of thinking is more concerned with the objective properties and parameters of things, and the extent to which these properties are numerical. However, people with TE types may overlook factors that cannot be accurately attributed to objective parameters, such as the overall idea of the product or the emotional needs of the consumer.
TI, or introverted thinking, is based primarily on internal, "subjective" thoughts. It focuses more on the qualities of the object, and the thoughts and feelings that these qualities evoke in the individual's mind. For example, when explaining the success of a product, TI might emphasize its association with a certain lifestyle, or certain values of the product owner. This type of thinking is more concerned with the intrinsic meaning and value of things than with simple external attributes and parameters.
In addition, from the perspective of emotional functioning, TI is coaxial with FE, which means that even if TI users may not understand the human world when their emotional function is not low, they will still try to connect with people. This attempt makes it possible for them to display a sense of humor in interpersonal interactions, even though this sense of humor may sometimes offend others. In temperament, TI users may come across as serious and aggressive, but they may also have a calm and rational trait.
In general, TE and TI have different emphases and ways of dealing with information and making decisions. TE is more concerned with the objective properties and parameters of things, while TI is more concerned with the intrinsic meaning and value of things. Understanding the difference between these two types of thinking helps us better understand ourselves and others, as well as communicate and communicate more effectively.
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