Myers and Briggs were captivated by Jung’s theory on psychological types and acknowledged its potential for real-world applications. During World War II, they commenced research to devise an indicator aimed at comprehending individual variances.

Myers and Briggs thought that by aiding individuals in self-understanding, they could assist them in choosing professions aligned with their personality types, thus fostering healthier and more fulfilling lives.

During the 1940s, Myers devised the initial pen-and-paper iteration of the inventory, and the duo then proceeded to evaluate the assessment on acquaintances and relatives. They refined the instrument extensively over the following twenty years.

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