External Xe

Internal Xi

Description

Outward Orientation

(of psychophysical energy)

Breadth, speed, approach, reward-seeking.

An externally focused disposition where energy is channeled toward active environmental engagement, often marked by confident social outreach, assertive verbal and gestural expression, and a drive for leadership and novelty. It involves fluid adaptation to new interactions, opportunity-seeking cognition, and heightened physical vitality, fundamentally enabling efficient harnessing of external resources for social and achievement-oriented pursuits in stimulating settings.

General Meaning

Open system

Intellectual Level

Fast, superficial thinking

Social Level

Expansion, outreach

Physical Level

Energy expenditure (excess energy)

Spectrum Clusters

The characteristic factors

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General Energy Potential

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Voice Loudness

3
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Talkativeness

4
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Speech and Thought Speed

5
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Emotional Leadership

6
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Restlessness

7
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Broad Gestures & Impulsivity

8
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Entrepreneurial Machiavellianism & Quick Verbal Reaction

9
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Orientation to the External World

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Impatience & High Reactive Irritability

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Brusqueness, Fearlessness & Decisiveness

12
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Fervor & Impulsive Temper (Emotional Excitability)

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Ease of Formulating Smooth Speech

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Ability to Push Aside Opponents

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Dislike of Monotony; Inner Dynamism & Liveliness

16
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Showiness, Unselfish Lying & Self-Admiration

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Love of Mimicry & Imitation

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Uncompromisingness; Enjoyment of Debate