Jung Typology Test

For my composition course I was asked to take the Jung Typology Test (available here for those interested) as a pretext to self-analyzing myself as both a student and a writer.  I was interested, though not terribly surprised, at the results.  Upon completing the test, which consisted of 72 easily answered questions, I was labeled as being ISFJ which stands for Introverted, Sensing, Feeling, and Judging respectively.
This test is almost unnervingly accurate on several accounts when discussing my personality.  While some of these descriptors are rather flattering, others help me to see things that I need to work on to be a stronger individual.
The analysis provided describes me as being trustworthy, warm, punctual, and kind.  Unfortunately, I usually take all these things to a fault (which is also predicted through this test).  There's a part in the analysis that states that, in being so capable, I make it easy for others to overlook my accomplishments since they are now the expectation.  Sadly, I have seen this be the case in several circumstances.  While I could spend countless paragraphs boring you with the insight this has provided me, I think it best if we move on now that we both understand that I do consider this test to be accurate.
Most interesting to this assignment is what occurs later in the analysis of my particular learning/personality type.  The writer is so kind as to provide insight as to how being an ISFJ can and might effect my school and writing.  Since these are the primary focuses of my assignment, let's have a look at them.

In Regards to Learning


Being an ISFJ means that I learn best through practical applications of ideas and struggle with theories or deep analysis.  I have always found this to be the case and am relieved to discover that I am not unique in these difficulties.  Knowing this, however, offers me an opportunity to work on my weaknesses.  Perhaps my exposing myself to things that I find difficult, I can become more comfortable with them.
The test correctly identifies me as preferring to study alone.  Admittedly though, I sometimes have difficulty concentrating if I don't have someone there to keep me honest.  I hope to be able to study more with partners rather than just by myself.  That being said though, I still plan to keep it small.  One study partner is more than enough for me, if I can find one that I enjoy and trust.
It also points out my weakness in procrastination.  The analysis puts it in kinder terms: "An ISFJ may procrastinate or leave a project uncompleted if they are not able to meet their own high standards or when they feel overwhelmed with the information and data they have compiled."  I would say that I simply am too lazy to force myself to concentrate on the problem before me.

In Regards to Writing


And now we get down to what I'm really interested in: how does this information apply to my writing habits and capabilities?
I must be honest - this is the area where it strays farthest from what I see to be true.  There are a few points that still apply, however.  I would rather write on paper than type, and I love writing in quite places.  I also prefer to write one draft of something and then edit it only as necessary.
It is wrong about my process of writing.  It predicts that I will be very organized - always writing an outline.  It also says that I should rely a great deal on reflection.  Both of these are false, as I usually write whatever is on my mind.  I will write an outline for a professional essay as a necessity for organizing those thoughts, so I suppose that it's not entirely untrue.  Overall though, it's not how I work.

I would definitely recommend taking this test.  Even if you don't learn something new about yourself, it is a great way to delve into the traits you do know and understand how they will come across in the practical world.