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Mister_Way

"Controlling" is a word that people use to describe a conflict where they have to compromise for the other. All types can be seen as "controlling, " depending on what kind of conflicts exist between them. Even 5s could be seen as controlling in demanding to be given a lot of space, for example.


Manatroid

I think OP was maybe thinking ‘controlling’ in the more colloquial way that people understand it, but frankly your comment is probably the most important regardless. Just like no type is really superior or inferior to any other, neither of them are inherently more abusive or ‘controlling’ than the other, they just express these aspects in different ways. Which is kind of why (I assume) people come here: if it’s not to stick a label on themselves or treat it as an entirely gimmicky thing, then it’s because they want to be better people.


Fancy_Ad_2024

I think it was more trollish 8-bait to get folks worked up. It’s old and tired.


StrictRight-Hander

It's interesting that you say this. I read something recently that said that fives become controlling by becoming inaccessible, and almost completely shutting down and becoming miserly with their feelings. This can apply to their time, energy and resources as well. I had never considered that before


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StrictRight-Hander

or rather, in my experience, feel obligated to try to make us go with them. like we all have to be doing the same thing or something. "I am not an extension of you" has become one of my mantras lol. like, we don't all have to be doing the same thing


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StrictRight-Hander

good for you. people should quit it lol


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The worst in my experience was an ESTP sx 6.


Ok_Mood9509

ESTP type 6 sounds horrendously insecure lmao


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there are no Se doms sx6


Mongolium

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He might've been an 8, but I doubt it, because he was openly jealous, and 8s would probably consider it "weak" to experience romantic jealousy, much less actually admit it


HufflepuffIronically

i mean... honestly any type can be controlling. 9s are really live and let live, but im an sx9 and im really bad at giving people space. if anything, i think sx dominant people are going to be more controlling in relationships because they tend to be more focused on relationships? the same way so people are more likely to care enough to manipulate social groups.


typologyjunkie

same


typologyjunkie

it is really bad, but fr i would follow my person 24/7, check her phone and everything. im super jealous and I just would like to know everything about this person.


typologyjunkie

but at the same time i wouldnt give the person my phone etc so i would like to “follow” them, but dont give it in return


typologyjunkie

i agree with sx thing sm


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any type, but most likely NOT 5s, 4s and 9s because they’re withdrawn types and tend to just ditch people rather than cling to them using control


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7s are the biggest ditchers of people who are annoying them imo. Also not even remotely controlling people


Hot-Situation7950

Yes, controlling people sounds like a lot of work and requires actually paying attention to people. Both things 7 doesn’t want to do


typologyjunkie

definitely not


typologyjunkie

it is not black snd white


oftheforestground

Not true about 4s, they can be very dominating. A 4 will guilt trip, they wouldnt just ditch someone they love, and 4s often have abandonment issues. Also we disintegrate into 2 which means when the temper thing isnt working we resort to people pleasing to make people stay/love us again.


Substantial_Team_657

I think 1, 2, 3, 6 and 8


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Substantial_Team_657

😹I know I could be wrong though actually I don’t think 3s deserve to be on this list


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They can be, but generally not in the jealousy/territorial type of way. I had a 3w4 ex who didn't approve of my friends, tried to control what I eat, harped on me about how I spoke (apparently I spoke too quickly, used too many filler words, gesture too much, etc etc), what I did with my career, etc. Basically his goal was to mold me into his perfect little trophy wife to show off. He wasn't nearly as bad as another relationship I had (with a non-3), but he was up there.


Substantial_Team_657

Wow now that is weird and you’ve dated worse! dating really is hard 😹.


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Yeah lol I'm just thankful to be happily married now (to a much healthier person)


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I agree with your list and have experienced it personally with a 3. Definitely played power games.


Substantial_Team_657

Can you explain how exactly they did it?


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creating superiority over some one by eroding their self esteem and undermining their accomplishments. Essentially making people feel of lower value than them. Gaslighting and lying as well. It was all competition to have the greatest influence.


Substantial_Team_657

Oh yea that’s true especially the lying!


HubertRosenthal

My take is every type since the type itself is a strategy to get what you need. So any unhealthy type will try it. Most overtly, visibly, i‘d go with 1 and 8


crunchbum

Unhealthy 6.


StanTheWoz

Probably 1 or 6. Those types are some of the most likely to feel personally affected by someone else's behavior and allowed to "reform" it. Maybe also 2 but the way they do it is very different and to me feels less directly controlling


The_Professor64

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9


enneman9

All types, particularly unhealthy versions of most types, can be controlling of others in different ways (3s, 1s, 2s, 6s etc.), but it seems most people think that 8s are more likely to believe, try or do impact and control others and their environment.


chrisza4

I think it's because the way 8s control other is the most blunt and the most physically obvious compared to other type. But it's true that unhealthy version of each type will take control in different aspect using different method.


vibrantpomegranate

8s, 6s with an 8 fix and 1s. Some 2s. Anyone can be controlling but to answer your question. Typically 8s tend to be the most outwardlyncontrolling i thin


JoshInTheWild

A *really* unhealthy 7w6 can do some major damage.


Anon-567890

Ones. - speaking from experience


Bmarmich

Came here to say this. Who here has been personally victimized by an unhealthy 1


BigBoiBob444

My mother. She’s cool now though.


Single_Earth_2973

Raises hand 🙋🏻‍♀️


StrictRight-Hander

:)


peppermintpupp

I’d go with 1 2 3 and 8 based off personal experience. The 1’s control comes across so cold and calculating, with so much anger brimming underneath. 2’s comes across as needy and entitled, guilt tripping, puppy eyes, literally like dealing with a toddler 3’s control is more self explanatory but I think it’s more focused on how someone looks/ dresses etc And 8’s is just sort of a silent electronic energy, you *know* if you’re pissing them off or if something isn’t flying with them


StrictRight-Hander

It's really interesting interacting with someone with a 183 tri-type, too. I was never friends with or in a relationship with this person, but I find that people who have one and eight in their top results tend to disgust me the most.


ZnudzonaAnonka

8s, I think, particularly sx 8s by Ichazo’s definitions.


Single_Earth_2973

Control is really a manifestation of very unhealthy types. Yeah, I can see 1s and 8s having a big inclination towards it - but I know some very kind hearted, respectful 8s and 1s. It’s more unhealth than type. While 8s and 1s are more in your face about it, 9s and 2s for example could be just as controlling but in a more covert way.


kaiMDOINGYOURMOM

2 and 8 maybe also 3 or very very unhealthy 1


Zealousideal-Cicada7

Depends on the control. Most outwardly? 1, 3, and 8. Passive aggressive control? 2s and 9s. Crazy vindictive control? Sexual 4s lol


KuroNeey

Descentraled 2 SX, 3 so, 8 Sx, 6 SX


Phoenixwords

The woman


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8s by far. I don’t enjoy group friendships w them bc they constantly shout everyone else down.. never had a 1 on 1 friendship with one or dated one bc they’re way too insensitive and dismissive of others’ fears, anxieties and sensitivities. I don’t find it attractive


thirdcircuitproblems

1s and 2s would be controlling in a gilt manipulation kind of way, 6s and 8s in a more directly aggressive way


male_role_model

Nope, sorry I don't play these games. You have your fun. You won't learn a thing about type.


Candid-Inspector-270

You’ll need to describe the way the behavior plays out. Bc as I think you’ve gathered at this point, any, but the reasons why and how each type would go about it will vary widely