INFJ-AL Advocate Confident-Light: Love & Career Guide

While everyone in the meeting room rushes to conclusions, you feel like thinking more deeply.
Have you ever had such an experience?

People around you sometimes call you an “idealist.”
But that’s never a bad thing.
The deep compassion and strong convictions within you are the power to change the world.

The INFJ-AL we’re introducing today might speak for your heart.
Being a dreamer who pursues ideals while acting with confidence.
Good at reading people’s minds and wanting to be helpful to others.

“Is this exactly about me?”
If you feel that way, you’re surely a special person.
There must be many charms you haven’t even noticed about yourself.

Why don’t we explore your hidden side together?
There will surely be new discoveries.

Once again, personality researcher and author of Villain Encyclopedia, Tokiwa (@etokiwa999), will provide the explanation.
※We have developed the HEXACO-JP Personality Assessment! It has more scientific basis than MBTI. Tap below for details.

Overview of HEXACO

What is HEXACO

HEXACO is a new model that represents your personality through six elements.
It can reveal aspects that conventional analysis methods cannot see.
Each of the six letters H・E・X・A・C・O has its own meaning.
It’s characterized by precision like a personality blueprint.

Let’s look at the six elements specifically:

• H: Honesty-Humility
• E: Emotionality
• X: eXtraversion
• A: Agreeableness
• C: Conscientiousness
• O: Openness

This model is more advanced than the conventional Big Five.
Especially the new perspective of “Honesty-Humility” has been added.
This allows you to understand your personality in greater detail.
You might discover aspects of yourself you never knew.

What is HEXACO? Overview, Genetics, Diagnosis & MBTI Relations

64 Classifications by HEXACO

The combination of six elements divides into 64 types.
The specific classification is as follows.

• H: Honesty-Humility
  • High → Light (L: Light)
  • Low → Dark (D: Dark)
• E: Emotionality
  • High → Turbulent (T: Turbulence)
  • Low → Assertive (A: Assertiveness)
• X: eXtraversion
  • High → Extrovert (E: Extrovert)
  • Low → Introvert (I: Introvert)
• A: Agreeableness
  • High → Feeling (F: Feeling)
  • Low → Thinking (T: Thinking)
• C: Conscientiousness
  • High → (J: Judging)
  • Low → (P: Prospecting)
• O: Openness
  • High → Intuitive (N: iNtuitive)
  • Low → Sensor (S: Sensor)

These are combined like MBTI to express types.
Now let’s introduce the various types!

What is INFJ-A (Advocate・Assertive)?

You might be introverted yet possess unwavering confidence.
Characterized by low extraversion (I), high openness (N), high agreeableness (F), high conscientiousness (J), and low emotionality (A).

You get tired in crowds, but when conveying important beliefs, you have no hesitation.
Do you relate to such experiences?

• Sharp intuition and deep insight
• Deep empathy and understanding toward others
• Idealistic vision
• Confident decisiveness
• Inner peace and sense of stability

You sensitively perceive the emotions of others and want to have a positive impact on society.
You tend to approach problem-solving by combining creativity and analytical skills.

In relationships, you seek deep bonds rather than superficial connections.
You have the courage to act based on your beliefs without fear of change or challenges.
You have high stress tolerance and the strength to handle difficult situations calmly.

INFJ-A (Advocate, Assertive) Explained with 20+ Studies

Characteristics of INFJ-AL

Characteristic ① “Idealistic Confident Person”

You may be an idealist who possesses both strong beliefs and unwavering confidence.

Even when others say “be realistic,” you stick to your values.
This is not stubbornness, but deep trust in your inner voice.

When you intuitively feel “this is right,” you can act without hesitation.
Don’t you possess that kind of decisiveness?

Do you recognize these characteristics within yourself:

• High ethical standards that dislike compromise
• A sense of mission to “change the world”
• Strong power of self-belief

In fact, you sensitively perceive the deep emotions in people’s hearts.
You can use this ability to understand and support those around you.

With the two wings of idealism and confidence, you become a guiding presence for many people.
Sometimes you might be called a “dreamer.”
But that is precisely your greatest charm.

Characteristic ② “High Ethics and Self-Trust”

Your dedication to “doing the right thing” may be so strong that it’s difficult for others to understand.

Without yielding to temptation or pressure, you stick to your beliefs.
This attitude gives those around you a deep sense of trust.

When facing difficult situations, you’re the type who can maintain composure.
This is because you have fundamental trust in yourself.

Your ethical standards may manifest in these ways:

• Strong resistance to lying
• Belief that “everyone should be equal”
• Anger toward social injustice

Also, self-trust is demonstrated in situations like these:

• When forced to make important life choices
• When taking on challenges no one has experienced before

This solid ethical foundation and self-trust serve as your guiding principles.
People around you naturally rely on you, making it easy to build trusting relationships.

Sometimes you might feel you’re “too much of a perfectionist.”
But those high standards are exactly what make you a special person.

Characteristic ③ “Deep Insight and Empathy for Others”

Even when someone says nothing, you can somehow sense their emotional state.
Have you had such experiences?

You can read the true intentions behind words.
You perceive people’s real feelings from subtle changes in expression or tone of voice.

This ability becomes a great asset in deepening relationships.
You rejoice in others’ joy as if it were your own, and feel their suffering together with them.

Your insight and empathy may manifest like this:

• Sensing the real pain of people who say they’re “fine”
• Understanding others’ feelings from gestures and expressions
• Providing the support that person truly needs

This ability is also utilized in problem-solving:

• Seeing through to the real cause of conflicts
• Considering things from the other person’s perspective

However, sometimes you may get too caught up in others’ emotions.
“Is this the other person’s problem? Or is it my problem?”
Such boundaries might become unclear.

Your kindness is wonderful.
But please don’t forget to protect yourself too.

Strengths and Weaknesses of INFJ-AL

Strengths of INFJ-AL

Your greatest charm is having both high ideals and unwavering confidence simultaneously.

Even when many people say “face reality,” you don’t bend your beliefs.
And this attitude provides good stimulation to those around you and brings about change.

The ability to deeply understand people’s hearts is also one of your great strengths.
You can sense what others truly need and provide appropriate support.

Here are the main strengths you possess:

• Integrity that everyone trusts
• Rich creativity and imagination
• Natural leadership that guides people

Furthermore, these characteristics also serve as your weapons:

• Ability to solve complex problems
• Broad perspective to create future-oriented plans

Thanks to these strengths, you can excel in many situations.
Especially in roles where you support and guide people, you truly shine.

Sometimes you might blame yourself for being “too perfect.”
But those high standards are exactly what make you a special existence.

You have the power to make the world a better place with your two wings of idealism and confidence.
Please recognize and appreciate that wonderfulness in yourself more.

INFJ-AL Weaknesses

Don’t you sometimes suffer from the gap between reality and your ideals that are too high?

You tend to be harsh on yourself and those around you because your thoughts of “how things should be” are too strong.
While the heart that seeks perfection is wonderful, it can sometimes become a burden.

Also, precisely because your confidence is strong, there are times when you cannot honestly listen to others’ opinions.
The conviction that “I am right” might block new perspectives.

Here are the challenges you tend to fall into:

• Having unrealistic expectations
• Being deeply hurt when receiving criticism
• Tendency to help others even at the expense of yourself

Also, these characteristics can sometimes become shackles:

• Taking too much time on important decisions
• Taking on others’ troubles as your own problems

These weaknesses can actually be seen as results of your strengths appearing in extreme ways.
They are states where kindness and idealism have gone too far.

You don’t need to be perfect.
Sometimes compromising and maintaining balance are also important.
Recognizing your limits is not weakness but wisdom.

Since you can recognize your weaknesses, you can surely improve them.
By doing so, you’ll be able to demonstrate your abilities more effectively.

INFJ-AL Romantic Relationship Tendencies and Improvement Strategies

INFJ-AL Romantic Tendencies

Don’t you tend to seek “true love” even in romance?

You’re not interested in casual relationships or superficial connections.
You desire deep connections where you can understand each other to the depths of your souls.

You’re probably cautious when choosing a partner.
“Will this person truly understand me?”
You might be repeating such questions in your heart.

Because you’re confident, you often take the initiative in romance too.
You could be called more of an “action” type than a “waiting” type.

Your romance might have these characteristics:

• Honest and devoted attitude toward your partner
• Effort to understand your partner’s essence
• Desire to build a lifelong relationship

Also, you probably often take these actions:

• Thinking of surprises that will make your partner happy
• Wholeheartedly supporting your partner’s growth

This attitude makes it easier to build deep and strong romantic relationships.
Your partner will surely feel “I can feel secure with this person.”

However, your ideals might be too high, leading to disappointment with your real partner.
There are moments when you feel “Why don’t you understand?”
Misunderstandings might also arise from reading your partner’s feelings too much.

Ideal Partner Personality: 3 Traits for Lasting Love

When Problems Arise in Romance and Improvement Strategies

Don’t you sometimes feel dissatisfied with your real partner because you pursue “ideal love” too much?

When you expect perfect relationships like in movies, you inevitably struggle with the gap between reality.
“Why doesn’t this person understand my feelings?”
You might have had such thoughts.

Also, because your confidence is strong, you sometimes prioritize your own thoughts over your partner’s opinions.
You tend to view even trivial matters as “unforgivable.”

The problems you tend to face in romantic relationships are as follows:

• Demanding too much perfection from your partner
• Imposing your values on your partner
• Being unable to accept your partner’s flaws

However, these can be improved.
Here are some hints for improvement:

• Accept that “no one is perfect”
• See your partner’s individuality as charm
• Consider that 70 points is wonderful enough

Most importantly, communicate directly with your partner.
While you’re good at reading people’s feelings, sometimes imagination differs from reality.
Try asking honestly, “How are you feeling right now?”

It’s also important to express your own feelings honestly.
If you continue to make efforts to understand each other, deeper bonds will be formed.

By having flexibility, you should be able to experience richer romantic relationships.
Pursue ideals while accepting reality.
That balance is what nurtures true love.

MBTI & Love: All 16 Types’ Romantic Traits Explained

INFJ-A Friendship Tendencies and Improvement Strategies

Friendship Tendencies

Aren’t you the type who prefers “deep and narrow” relationships rather than “shallow and broad” ones?

You seek friends with whom you can discuss life rather than engage in superficial small talk.
“What’s truly important in life?” rather than “What did you eat today?”
Isn’t that the kind of conversation that appeals to you?

Even though you may have few friends, your bonds with each one are extraordinarily strong.
As a sincere and trustworthy friend, you must be relied upon by many people.

Your friendships probably have these characteristics:

• Valuing deep dialogue where you can share your innermost thoughts
• Wholeheartedly supporting your friends’ growth and dreams
• Building long-term relationships that last 10 or 20 years

You also probably often engage in these behaviors:

• Seriously addressing your friends’ concerns and thinking through solutions together
• Enjoying creative activities together, such as art and music

Through this approach, you’re able to build high-quality friendships.
Your friends probably feel they can “be their true selves” when they’re with you.

However, in your pursuit of perfection, you may also have overly high expectations of your friends.
“Why doesn’t that person think the same way I do?”
You might feel this way and end up distancing yourself.

In friendships too, it’s important to balance ideals with reality.
While seeking depth, you also need the tolerance to accept your friends’ individuality.

How Personality Type Shapes Friendship Quality & Formation

When Friendships Become Problematic and Improvement Strategies

Don’t you sometimes become disappointed with real friends because your “ideal friend image” is too clear?

In your pursuit of perfect friendship, even small differences in values become concerning.
“Does this person really understand me?”
You might have such doubts and feel emotional distance.

You might also tend to avoid people who think differently from you.
You may also exhaust yourself by taking on your friends’ problems as if they were your own.

The problems you tend to face in friendships are as follows:

• Demanding too much perfection from friends
• Avoiding relationships with people who have different values
• Getting too involved in friends’ problems and exhausting yourself

However, these can be improved.
Here are some hints for improvement:

• Accept your friends’ individuality and different ways of thinking as charm
• Have an attitude of learning from diverse values
• Be conscious of the boundary between “helping” and “taking on burdens”

Why not become more active in seeking new encounters?
If you try talking to types of people you’ve avoided before, you might make unexpected discoveries.
Interacting with people from different backgrounds will greatly broaden your perspective.

Have the courage to step out of your comfort zone.
Growing together with imperfect friends rather than searching for perfect friends.
Such relationships might actually be richer and more meaningful.

By having flexibility, you should be able to build more diverse and fulfilling friendships.

MBTI & Friendship: 16 Types’ Tendencies & Tips

INFJ-AL Parenting Tendencies and Improvement Strategies

Parenting Tendencies

Don’t you have a strong desire to be “the ideal parent”?

You value your child’s individuality and truly wish for their growth.
You’re always thinking about how to nurture “what makes this child unique.”

With your high ethical standards, you emphasize conveying proper values to your child.
“I want them to become someone who can distinguish right from wrong.”
That’s the mindset you interact with daily.

Because you’re confident, you maintain parenting principles that don’t get swayed by others.
“No matter what other parents do, I’ll stick to my own way.”
You likely persevere with such convictions.

Your parenting may have these characteristics:

• Sensitively noticing changes in your child’s emotions
• Making efforts to create an environment that fosters creativity
• Acting with your child’s future in mind rather than immediate concerns

You also likely take these kinds of actions frequently:

• Seriously engaging with your child and valuing deep dialogue
• Actively supporting your child’s interests and concerns

Through this approach, you’re able to raise children in a way that nurtures their individuality.
Your child must feel that “Dad (Mom) truly understands me.”

However, having ideals that are too high can sometimes lead to placing excessive expectations on your child.
“They should be able to do better” or “Why can’t they do this?”
You might unknowingly be applying pressure with such thoughts.

Ideal parenting versus real parenting.
Finding balance between these can be said to be your challenge.

Ideal Parent Personality Traits: What 30 Studies Reveal

Problematic Times in Parenting and Improvement Strategies

Don’t you sometimes corner yourself and your child because your desire to be “the perfect parent” is too strong?

In pursuing ideal parenting, you tend to place heavy pressure on your child.
Even though you think it’s “for this child’s sake,” your child might actually be feeling suffocated.

Also, because your confidence is strong, you may find it difficult to openly accept advice from other parents or experts.
Being too sensitive to your child’s emotions can also lead to excessive worry.

Here are the problems you tend to fall into with parenting:

• Demanding too much perfection from your child
• Imposing your own values on your child
• Taking on too much responsibility for your child’s problems

But these can be improved.
Here are hints for improvement:

• Accept your child’s individuality and growth pace as they are
• Teach your child that “there are many different ways to live”
• Sometimes borrow wisdom from experts and other parents

Most importantly, be kind to yourself too.
Perfect parents don’t exist in this world.
It’s okay to fail sometimes.

Growing together with your child.
Having such a humble attitude will make your parent-child relationship richer.
“I’m also learning as I parent.”
How about thinking about it that way?

By having flexibility, you should be able to build an even healthier and warmer parent-child relationship.
Pursuing ideals while accepting reality.
That balance creates the best environment for your child.

MBTI & Parenting: All 16 Types’ Strengths & Pitfalls

INFJ-AL Career Tendencies and Improvement Strategies

Career Tendencies

Aren’t you the type who can’t work “just for money”?

Rather than simply increasing income, you seek meaningful work that contributes to society.
“Is this job really helping someone?”
You’re probably repeating such questions in your heart.

With high ethical standards and confidence, you can’t continue work that goes against your beliefs.
Even if it’s high-paying, you’d consider changing jobs if it doesn’t align with your values.

You’re likely drawn to careers where you can utilize creativity and insight.
You want to reflect your “authentic self” in your work.

Here are examples of careers suited to you:

• Counselors and psychotherapists who empathize with people’s hearts
• Educators and leaders who nurture the next generation
• Writers and artists who demonstrate creativity

Also, you tend to prefer these types of work environments:

• Highly autonomous environments where you can work at your own pace
• Teamwork with colleagues who share the same values
• Projects where you can feel social significance

Due to this tendency, you are likely to build a career that is true to yourself.
Your colleagues and supervisors probably think “I’m glad I got to work with this person.”

However, your ideals may be too high, leading to dissatisfaction with real work.
“Why do I have to do such meaningless tasks?”
You may sometimes have such thoughts.

Also, because of your perfectionist tendencies, there’s a risk of burnout.
Balancing ideals with reality will be the key to career success.

Which Personality Traits Predict Career Success? 5 Key Findings

When Career Becomes Problematic and Improvement Strategies

Are you unable to be satisfied with your current job because you’re seeking the “ideal workplace” too much?

If you expect a perfect workplace like those in movies, you’ll suffer from the gap with reality.
“This isn’t what I expected” “I want to do more meaningful work”
You might find yourself repeatedly changing jobs with such thoughts.

Also, because of your strong confidence, you may prioritize your own judgment over your supervisor’s instructions.
Due to perfectionist tendencies, there’s also a risk of overworking and damaging your health.

Here are the problems you’re likely to face in your career:

• Unable to be satisfied with real workplaces
• Teamwork doesn’t go well
• Work-life balance becomes disrupted

But these can be improved.
Here are hints for improvement:

• Value small achievements and progress, and praise yourself
• Actively listen to the opinions of colleagues and supervisors
• Understand the importance of rest and take proper breaks

Creating long-term career plans is also important.
Think about how your current job connects to your future dreams.
You might be able to maintain motivation by viewing “now as a training period.”

Consider skill development and job changes as options when necessary.
However, don’t seek the “perfect workplace” too much; realistic judgment is also important.

By being flexible, you should be able to build a more fulfilling career.
Pursue ideals while accepting reality.
That balance is the secret to finding work you can continue long-term.

MBTI & Career: Best Jobs for All 16 Personality Types

INFJ-AL Work Tendencies and Improvement Strategies

Work Tendencies

Aren’t you the type who can’t “cut corners” even at work?

No matter how small the task, you pursue ideals and work diligently.
You can’t compromise with “this level is good enough.”

Because of your confidence, you can clearly express your opinions.
Even when everyone else is silent in meetings, you have the courage to speak up.

You use your insight to see the essence of problems and propose creative solutions.
Your colleagues might evaluate you as “always coming up with good ideas.”

Your work probably has these characteristics:

• Making plans that look ahead to the future rather than immediate profits
• Being considerate of team members’ feelings
• Creating original ideas that no one else thinks of

You probably also often take these actions:

• Carefully finishing details to create high-quality deliverables
• Being especially enthusiastic about projects that contribute to society

This attitude makes you a trusted presence in the workplace.
Both supervisors and subordinates will want to assign important work to you.

However, you may sometimes miss deadlines because you seek perfection.
“If I had a little more time, I could make something even better”
Haven’t you had such thoughts?

Also, you may find it difficult to accept others’ opinions because you’re too attached to your own ideals.
Balancing ideals with efficiency will be the key to success at work.

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When Problems Arise at Work and Improvement Strategies

Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by the pressure of “having to do perfect work”?

Setting such high standards can lead to spending too much time on any task.
Even with deadlines approaching, you might find yourself thinking “I’m still not satisfied with this” and working late into the night.

Also, because of your strong confidence, you might find it difficult to openly accept colleagues’ opinions or supervisor feedback.
You might become so absorbed in work that you end up mentally and physically exhausted without realizing it.

Here are the problems you’re likely to face at work:

• Often missing deadlines
• Difficulty with teamwork and collaboration
• Prone to stress-related health issues

But these can be improved.
Here are some improvement tips:

• Prioritize based on “importance” and “urgency”
• Actively incorporate colleagues’ opinions as valuable learning opportunities
• Consciously refresh yourself by taking 10-minute breaks every hour

It’s also important to objectively analyze your strengths and weaknesses.
Fully utilize your strengths in areas where you excel, and seek colleagues’ help in areas where you struggle.
You don’t need to “be able to do everything alone.”

Also recognize the value of “delivering 80-point work on time.”
Sometimes delivering good work on schedule is more valued than missing deadlines while pursuing perfection.

By developing a sense of balance, you should be able to perform more effectively.
Pursue ideals while also accepting realistic constraints.
That balance is the secret to long-term success.

MBTI & Work: All 16 Types’ Strengths, Pitfalls & Fixes

Compatible Types with INFJ-AL

Compatible Types: People with N (Intuitive)

Those people you find yourself thinking “Why do conversations flow so well with this person?” might be intuitive (N) types.

Particularly, compatibility with ENFP (Campaigner) and ENFJ (Protagonist) is excellent.
These are people who understand and appreciate your idealistic side as “wonderful.”

“I want to talk about the future” “I want to create a better world”
You’ll be able to naturally enjoy such deep conversations and build meaningful relationships.
Your creativity stimulates each other, making it easier to generate new ideas.

Here’s why you have good compatibility with N-type people:

• You can discuss things deeply rather than superficial topics
• You can respect each other’s ideas without criticism
• You both prefer thinking about the “future” rather than the “present”

You can also expect these synergistic effects:

• Working together on creative projects
• Genuinely supporting each other’s growth

This compatibility makes it easier to build deep, meaningful bonds.
“I can truly be myself with this person”
You should feel that kind of security.

However, since both tend to be idealistic, sometimes a realistic perspective is also needed.
While discussing dreams is wonderful, it’s also important to value concrete actions toward realization.

By respecting each other’s individuality and maintaining appropriate distance, you can build healthier relationships.
Relationships with N-types will be a great help in your self-realization and growth.

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Compatible Types: People with L (Ethics-oriented)

Those people you intuitively feel “I can trust this person” might be high-ethics (L) types.

Particularly, compatibility with INFP (Mediator) and ISFJ (Defender) is good.
These are people who empathize with your high ethical standards and ideals, saying “I understand well.”

“I want to do what’s right” “I want to help someone”
You’ll be able to naturally share such values and build relationships.
You can understand and deeply respect each other’s sincerity and dedication.

Here’s why you have good compatibility with L-type people:

• You can share important values and beliefs in life
• You both value each other’s emotions and interact with compassion
• You both share the desire to make society better

Additionally, you can expect these synergistic effects:

• Ability to have deep discussions about moral issues
• Ability to work together on activities to make the world a better place

This compatibility makes it easier to build truly trustworthy relationships.
“I can talk to this person about anything”
You’ll feel this kind of sense of security.

However, since both types tend to have ideals that are too high, it’s also important to find a balance with reality.
While pursuing ideals is wonderful, you should understand that sometimes compromise is necessary.

By acknowledging each other’s individuality and subtle differences in thinking, you can have an even richer relationship.
Your relationship with L-types will help you understand your own values more deeply.

MBTI Compatibility: Best Matches for All 16 Types

INFJ-AL Summary

You are a special being who is idealistic yet confident.

You have high ethical standards and deep insight, wishing to make the world a better place.
You have the strength to stand by your beliefs and demonstrate leadership that guides many people.

Your high capacity for empathy toward others is also one of your great charms.
By understanding and supporting people, you have a positive impact on many people’s lives.

But sometimes, your ideals may be too high, causing you to suffer from the gap with reality.
In pursuing perfection, you might push yourself and those around you too hard.

What’s important is to make use of your strengths while recognizing and improving your challenges.
Balance ideals with reality and maintain flexibility.
That is the secret to living a more fulfilling life.

You constantly seek growth and try to have a positive influence on those around you.
This attitude will be highly valued in any situation.

Here’s what you should keep in mind for further growth:

• Accept yourself even when you’re not perfect
• Listen humbly to others’ opinions as well
• Set realistic and achievable goals

By being conscious of these things, you can become more flexible and adaptable.
It’s also important to properly recognize your emotions and limitations and express them appropriately.
By doing so, you can prevent burnout and demonstrate your abilities long-term.

When you find the balance between ideals and reality, you will demonstrate your true power.
You should be able to make significant contributions to society while achieving self-realization.

Your ideals and confidence are invaluable treasures for this world.
Believe in that wonderfulness and continue walking your own path.

FAQや注意点

HAXACOの結果と、16personalities（通称MBTI診断）やMBTI（本家）と結果が変わる

1. 性格は遺伝と環境の影響を受けるため、環境が変われば回答も変わります（例、疲れてると情動性が変化するなど）。遺伝について詳しくはこちら。
2. 年齢次第で回答のブレがあります。詳しくはこちら。
3. タイプ分類は各数値が3以上、3未満で行っているため、3に近い値だと、質問の聞き方やその時の環境次第で結果が変わりやすくなります。タイプよりも数値を見てください。
4. MBTI（本家）や16personalities（通称MBTI診断）は質問設計の段階でどの程度統計的な処理をしているか論文が見当たらないため不明確です。一方で、ビッグファイブやHEXACOはそういった論文が簡単に見つかりますし、今回のHEXACO-JP診断は論文ベースです。
5. MBTIや16personalitiesは普段の行動（学力・年収など）や、脳・遺伝などとの比較した研究論文があまり多くない一方で、ビッグファイブやHEXACOは数多く存在します。
6. そもそもHEXACOはビッグファイブの要素の変形なので似て非なるものです。HEXACOの正直・謙虚さは、ビッグファイブの協調性と神経症傾向から抽出されています。下記「補足」参考。

その他にもご質問があれば運営者のトキワ（@etokiwa999）までご連絡ください。

性格診断の結果はあくまで人生の「ヒント」まで

先にも書きましたが、性格は遺伝と環境の影響を受けます。遺伝の影響で、ブレ幅は一定ですが、環境次第である程度答えがブレます。

またビッグファイブやHEXACOの研究論文では学力や年収などと相関分析をしていますが、自然科学の実験ほど大きな相関係数ではありません。相関係数は最小-1、最大1ですが、だいたい-0.4～0.4ほどが多いです。もちろん高いものもあります。0.8や0.9ではなく、それに比べたら低いです。

ただそれでも様々な研究はありますので、「占い以上、自然科学未満」と思ってください。心理学や占いを100％否定しているわけではありません。

補足

16personalities（通称MBTI診断）の概要

16personalities（16タイプ性格診断）は、MBTI（Myers-Briggs Type Indicator）とビッグファイブをベースにして作られています。

厳密には16personalitiesとMBTIは別物なのです。

MBTIは、ユングの心理学的類型論を基に開発された性格診断ツールです。

16personalitiesはMBTIの4つの指標（E外向-I内向、S感覚-N直観、T思考-F感情、J判断-P知覚）を採用しつつ、アイデンティティ（AとT）という指標の追加、独自の質問項目・評価基準を設けています。

この性格診断の良いところとしては、韓国アイドルが広めたり、恋愛マッチングアプリでも使われたりするなど、とても有名で、回答数がとても多いことにあります。それを利用して分析して論文として公開すれば信頼性は高いかもしれません。

ただし、悪いところとしては、科学的な裏付けが弱いところがあります。査読付き論文の数が少ない、統計処理の方法が不明確、性格と学力・収入・脳機能・遺伝的要因などとの関連性について十分な根拠が提示されていない、などが理由です。

16personalitiesとは？科学的根拠やMBTIとの違いを解説

MBTI（本家）の概要

MBTIは性格を16タイプに分類する心理学の理論です。

そもそもMBTIとは、マイヤーズ・ブリッグス・タイプ・インジケーター（Myers-Briggs Type Indicator）の略称です。

MBTIでは、以下の4つの指標を組み合わせて性格を16タイプに分類します。

• 外向性（Extraversion）か内向性（Introversion）
• 感覚（Sensing）か直観（iNtuition）
• 思考（Thinking）か感情（Feeling）
• 判断（Judging）か知覚（Perceiving）

つまり、MBTIでは自分の性格傾向を「ISTJ」や「ENFP」などの4文字で表現するのです。

16personalitiesよりは論文は存在しますが、ビッグファイブやHEXACOほど頑健な研究結果が出ているわけではありません。

MBTIとは？16タイプ性格紹介(恋愛や仕事)・科学的根拠を解説

ビッグファイブの概要

性格心理学において最も有力な特性理論の一つが「ビッグファイブ（Big Five）」です。

ビッグファイブは、開放性、誠実性、外向性、協調性、神経症傾向の5つの特性を測定します。

また、16personalitiesやMBTIはタイプ分類（例、外向的か内向的かのどちらか）を用いるのに対して、ビッグファイブが特性を連続的な数値で評価する（例、外向性3.5）点も大きな違いです。

さらに、古くから研究されており、論文数も多く、学力や所得、脳や遺伝など、他の分野でも多くの研究が行われています。ビッグファイブの方が比較的、科学的な裏付けが強いと言えます。

ビッグファイブ(Big Five)診断とは？概要・遺伝・MBTIとの関連

MBTI・ビッグファイブ・HEXACOの相関関係

MBTIの4指標とビッグファイブの5因子には相関関係があります。

この相関を示した代表的な研究に、「The relationship between the revised NEO-Personality Inventory and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator」という論文があります。

また、MBTI（本家）とビッグファイブを参考にして作られた16personalities（通称MBTI診断）では、ビッグファイブの神経症傾向が「アイデンティティ」と呼ばれており、自信（Assertive）か、慎重（Turbulent）かで分類されています。

これらの関係をまとめたのが以下の図です。

一番右には、比較的新しい性格診断である「HEXACO（ヘキサコ）」があります。ビッグファイブに1つ指標「正直・謙虚さ」を加えて改良され、ダーク特性（倫理観）が分かるようになりました。

今回のHEXACO-JP性格診断では16personalitiesの5文字に加えて、ダークD/ライトLを付けてより詳細に分析できるようにしています。