Semantic Content of Qi

Introverted (white) questimity. This is a narrow psychological range of equivalence in its introverted variant. Protection from numerous subjectively irritating aspects of society and its pressure on the self, carried out by, first, self-isolation and emphasizing one’s independence, and second, by demanding the minimization of social pressure on the individual, adherence to clear rules, and equal justice for all.

Thus, Qi seeks protection from irritating factors in a societal model with predominantly horizontal connections. In neurophysiological terms, Qi shows a strong positive correlation with the function of the anterior frontal areas of the right-hemispheric cortex (perceiving flaws), a negative correlation with the function of the anterior frontal areas of the left-hemispheric cortex (whose activity is associated with ignoring flaws), and a strong negative correlation with the function of the posterior (temporal and parietal) areas of the left-hemispheric cortex. In particular, the function of analyzing spatial-logical relations associated with the temporoparietal region of the left hemisphere suffers in Qi. Specifically, Qi gives negative responses to all questions related to rapid mental analysis of such spatial-logical relationships (like: “I immediately understand who’s being talked about when someone mentions the son of a brother or the brother of a son, etc.”).

On a purely physiological level – Qi is characterized by low thresholds for stress reactions (hence the introverted irritability), which is accompanied by increased cortisol release, which in turn objectively leads to lower average immunity over time.

Part 2: Positive markers of Qi

The following list of questionnaire items consists of questions that, among all 12 socionic functions, show exclusively high absolute correlation specifically with Qi. After each question, two numbers are provided. The first indicates the linear correlation coefficient of respondents' answers to this question with the value of their Qi. The second number is a special indicator of the exclusivity of this question for the Qi scale. It equals the previous correlation coefficient multiplied by the share of Qi variance in the total variance associated with responses to this question across all 12 socionic functions.

1. I often catch colds – my immunity to cold viruses is clearly weakened (this refers to all kinds of acute respiratory infections with runny nose or "tickling" in the nose and throat) 0.66 0.34
2. During the autumn-spring period, when there are many sick people outside, I easily "catch" colds or flu. 0.60 0.29
3. It is true that, as a rule, I do not tolerate any pressure on me from any general, collective, or "public" opinion. 0.56 0.27
4. Chilling usually triggers relapses of chronic infections for me. 0.60 0.26
5. I despise the "herd mentality" in people. 0.55 0.24
6. I am sensitive to cold. 0.63 0.24
7. I am an individualist, and in both myself and others, I am only interested in personal qualities, not belonging to any group. 0.65 0.23
8. It is very characteristic of me to avoid bad people and toxic relationships in advance to protect myself from negative experiences. 0.53 0.23
9. Individuality is above all for me; I reject any hierarchy, pack behavior, or groupthink. 0.66 0.23
10. I am distinguished by a pursuit of truth and honesty in everything. 0.46 0.23
11. I respect the originality of another person more than their ability to fit into a group as a useful member. 0.53 0.23
12. I feel immediate, acute hatred toward any attempt at authoritarian rudeness or coercion. 0.57 0.22
13. Current, momentary failures greatly throw me off balance. 0.47 0.20
14. I am greatly irritated by any obvious brazen lies, even if the distortion of facts does not directly affect me. 0.36 0.20
15. In any matter, it is very important for me to maintain a sense of my independence. 0.51 0.20
16. I find it difficult to do anything just because I’m told to; I always think about the ultimate goal of the task. 0.48 0.18
17. Above all, I value my independence. 0.48 0.18
18. I react painfully and sensitively to any injustice, whether against me or others. 0.49 0.18
19. My skin is more prone to all kinds of infections (for example, pimples often turn into inflamed acne, scratches usually get infected, I may also have increased susceptibility to fungal infections, etc.) 0.50 0.18
20. I consider those who usurp power or take from the weak to be scum. 0.46 0.17
21. Human rights and social equality are definitely more important than the imperial power of the country. 0.62 0.17
22. I am always repelled by any manifestations of laziness, lying, cruelty, and injustice in people. 0.48 0.17
23. I greatly lack communication with mutual understanding and mutual care in life. 0.39 0.17
24. I only recognize leadership in people who are smarter and more talented than me. 0.34 0.17
25. To stay focused and productive, I absolutely need peace and comfort. 0.42 0.17
26. I tolerate heat better than cold. 0.56 0.17
27. I am highly sensitive to the risk of losing. 0.36 0.17
28. I don’t need any leaders or bosses; I’m self-sufficient. 0.52 0.17
29. I am hurt by any surrounding injustice. 0.44 0.16
30. I categorically do not tolerate deceit and any inaccuracies. 0.43 0.16
31. I always perceive mistakes and bad periods in life as incomprehensible and undeserved injustice. 0.41 0.16
32. I clearly lack optimism in life. 0.42 0.16
33. When trying to achieve something from others through persistence, I often lack flexibility. 0.43 0.16
34. Any truth is always better than absolutely any lie. 0.39 0.16
35. What is more characteristic of you? - 1) Striving for wholeness and unity, willingness to unite people and join them. 5) Unwillingness to unite and gather. 0.47 0.16
36. I like being in such a society and environment where no one depends on anyone, where there are no "elders" or "authorities". 0.56 0.16
37. It’s true that I absolutely cannot stand and do not forgive any crude coercion. 0.40 0.15
38. If a person rarely doubts, they don’t know how to think. 0.34 0.15
39. I often worry about my health. 0.42 0.15
40. I am rather squeamish and avoid sick people. 0.49 0.15
41. I am rather squeamish and avoid sick people. 0.49 0.15
42. I react painfully to any awkward situations in social interactions. 0.43 0.15
43. Even with minor cuts, my blood takes a long time to stop. 0.40 0.15
44. I am annoyed by any manifestations of social injustice. 0.46 0.15
45. I often worry about my health. 0.41 0.15
46. I am irritated by any manifestations of inequality among people. 0.49 0.14
47. I highly value my own independence. 0.41 0.14
48. I keep only those near me who do not contradict me and do not encroach on my pride. 0.36 0.14
49. I prefer to do everything without haste and get irritated if I am rushed. 0.34 0.14
50. On TV, I usually find individual sports competitions more interesting than team games. 0.31 0.14
51. Sometimes I don’t immediately grasp the meaning of phrases like: "the son of my father’s sister" or "the wife of my uncle’s son" (it’s hard to figure out who is being referred to right away). 0.36 0.14
52. I have always defended and will always defend freedom of speech — the more complete, the better. 0.43 0.14
53. I am more likely to distrust the opinion of the majority than to trust it. 0.41 0.13
54. Many events happening in the world and in the country deeply affect me. 0.38 0.13
55. I am easily irritated by any dissonance and discrepancy with expectations. 0.41 0.13
56. I am the only judge of my beliefs and words. 0.39 0.13
57. I often get nervous. 0.44 0.13
58. I have an increased squeamishness toward anything dirty. 0.41 0.13
59. By nature, I’m a bit of a "slowpoke." 0.41 0.13
60. Which motto is closer to you? 1) Everything is simpler than it seems. 5) Everything is more complicated than it seems. 0.33 0.13
61. I find it extremely unpleasant to feel dependent on someone. 0.38 0.13
62. I avoid touching anything dusty or dirty — I’m squeamish and afraid of catching something. 0.42 0.13
63. I get irritated when I’m temporarily distracted from something because it’s hard for me to quickly switch my attention. 0.45 0.13
64. Among people I know, there are definitely some I dislike. 0.37 0.12
65. Children should be taught to respect others’ rights and lives from kindergarten. 0.35 0.12
66. I am squeamish and intolerantly irritated by anything bad, stupid, or obviously wrong. 0.43 0.12
67. I experience severe discomfort when deprived of something familiar — I start constantly thinking about how to get it back. 0.34 0.12
68. I am easily offended by remarks. 0.43 0.12
69. When playing cards, I have a hard time keeping track of cards and partners' interests; it’s much easier for me to play just for myself. 0.23 0.12
70. I really don’t like changing my plans and I can’t stand having things imposed on me. 0.35 0.12
71. The people I fear and distrust the most are those I see as prone to dictatorship and violence. 0.46 0.12
72. I often experience fear or anxiety. 0.42 0.12
73. Any discomfort strongly irritates me. 0.48 0.12
74. Failures make a strong impression on me. 0.39 0.12
75. An elevated level of negative emotions is normal for me. 0.40 0.12
76. Grievances should only be compensated fairly ("an eye for an eye," not two for one). 0.25 0.12
77. I lack flexibility in my behavior. 0.48 0.11
78. Many surrounding phenomena or people shock me and seem unpleasant and therefore intolerable. 0.35 0.11
79. I react emotionally and painfully when my plans are disrupted. 0.37 0.11
80. It usually takes me more than five seconds to recognize who’s calling me on the phone by voice. 0.25 0.11
81. I judge a person only by their abilities — their diplomas and titles mean nothing to me. 0.41 0.11
82. I know that, as a rule, it’s very hard for me to yield, change plans, and adapt to circumstances. 0.40 0.11
83. I get irritated if someone tries to push me into hasty actions. 0.31 0.11
84. Unlike many, I can’t make insincere compliments (it goes against my nature). 0.34 0.11
85. I love to "put things in order," organize and classify. 0.38 0.11
86. I get irritated and don’t like listening when someone tries to talk me out of something. 0.32 0.11
87. In any situation, I formulate my own understanding of what’s right and wrong, without yielding to pressure. 0.31 0.11
88. There are situations that automatically trigger strong fear in me at the physiological level, which is impossible to resist. 0.36 0.11
89. It’s hard for me to perceive information aurally — the meaning takes a long time to sink in; it’s much faster and easier when reading visually. 0.21 0.11
90. It’s usually difficult for me to distract myself from some disappointment or upset. 0.34 0.11
91. A radio or TV playing in the next room often keeps me from falling asleep. 0.35 0.11
92. I always get irritated when I fail to seize some opportunity. 0.35 0.11
93. I would feel disgusted bathing in luxury at the expense of others without creating anything myself. 0.28 0.11
94. I almost always feel anger and irritation when someone tells me I didn’t understand something or allegedly misunderstood something. 0.32 0.11
95. In conversation, I tend to separate myself from others (that is, I would ask a partner: "So, are you finally coming?" rather than "So, are we finally going?"). 0.33 0.10
96. My interests are usually separated, distanced from the interests of others. 0.34 0.10
97. Sometimes my limbs slightly go numb and feel cold. 0.34 0.10
98. I feel disgust towards any dishonesty in people. 0.44 0.10
99. I am easily hurt. 0.41 0.10
100. Nettle burns on my skin quickly raise intensely itchy blisters. 0.37 0.10
101. I quickly get tired if a task requires frequent and flexible switching between visual and auditory attention at different speeds and rhythms. 0.28 0.10
102. If I get sick, I’ll consult several doctors and personally control the treatment process, getting involved in all the tests and procedures. 0.30 0.10
103. I despise those who push others aside to get ahead and create chaos. 0.22 0.10
104. I am easily wounded by careless words. 0.40 0.10

Part 3: Negative markers of Qi

1. Compared to many of my friends, I rarely catch colds or runny noses. -0.56 -0.28
2. A person is not a patriot if they allow or, even worse, help foreigners criticize their own country. -0.68 -0.26
3. It is true that I am not an anxious person at all. -0.67 -0.24
4. Since my youth, I have believed that scientific discoveries sooner or later turn into evil. -0.51 -0.23
5. An ideal monarchy is better than an ideal republic. -0.57 -0.22
6. I would allow gladiator fights to the death for public entertainment. -0.53 -0.21
7. I almost always feel like part of a clan or tribe, rather than a loner. -0.59 -0.20
8. Alcohol shifts my state towards a more aggressive one. -0.39 -0.20
9. I can easily imagine myself performing some kind of heroic death in war (and sometimes I’ve imagined it in my dreams) — like the feats of pilots who rammed their planes into enemies, Japanese kamikaze pilots, or Alexander Matrosov's feat of covering an enemy pillbox with his body. -0.49 -0.19
10. I can adapt to any established situation. -0.42 -0.18
11. Online, I prefer team games requiring partner interaction — like Dota 2. -0.35 -0.17
12. Mutual responsibility is an important part of stable and successful governance. -0.33 -0.17
13. I am polite and skillful when it comes to asking for something and getting what I want. -0.47 -0.17
14. I would enjoy having a terrarium with a snake at home. -0.42 -0.17
15. In my opinion and taste, there is too much equality in modern society. -0.49 -0.16
16. In the interest of business, I can show good diplomatic skills, winning people over with my modesty and romantic charm. -0.39 -0.16
17. I would make a good diplomat. -0.45 -0.16
18. I consider it acceptable to deceive someone if it does not break the law and benefits me. -0.37 -0.16
19. I am a team player and always rely on teamwork and division of labor. -0.44 -0.15
20. Sympathy for a country competing with your homeland or a company competing with your employer is already betrayal. -0.55 -0.15
21. I would enjoy working as a high-altitude worker or stunt performer in my prime. -0.34 -0.15
22. I have a lot of useful connections. -0.48 -0.15
23. I would enjoy working at a meat processing plant. -0.36 -0.15
24. I quickly get bored when I’m home alone. -0.37 -0.14
25. If a person does not have loyal feelings towards their ruler, then they lack noble character. -0.47 -0.14
26. Societal contradictions should be hidden, not exposed. -0.38 -0.14
27. If I were a ruler, I would definitely try to classify and hide the arrival of an alien flying saucer from the public. -0.37 -0.14
28. Compared to others, I adapt quite easily to an atmosphere of quarrels, grievances, and conflicts. -0.37 -0.14
29. Public peace is more important than the truth. -0.35 -0.14
30. Autocratic rule is better than any democracy. -0.46 -0.14
31. A subordinate should not know the purpose of the orders given to them. -0.38 -0.13
32. If five people start an equal cooperative, it would be right for the strongest one to gradually take over leadership and control everything. -0.43 -0.13
33. Sometimes I enjoy pushing myself to exhaustion — I know how to get a kick out of fatigue. -0.42 -0.13
34. Russian serfdom had many positive aspects that Russia lost for a long time after its abolition. -0.37 -0.13
35. I like raising and training a dog. -0.32 -0.13
36. I usually care very little about risk. -0.32 -0.13
37. Representatives of different social groups should remain in their own groups without mixing. -0.50 -0.13
38. I always feel part of a collective. -0.40 -0.12
39. A society without lords and submissive subjects is boring to live in. -0.49 -0.12
40. Choose the most suitable: 1) I am not inclined to follow the general opinion and mood. 5) I don’t like being in the minority and easily align myself with the general opinion and mood. -0.42 -0.12
41. I enjoy fulfilling someone else's strong desire — it feels like I become part of that desire (but if the desire is weak and unsure, I start resisting it). -0.39 -0.12
42. I often visit friends and social gatherings. -0.38 -0.12
43. Fulfilling requests and easily agreeing to them usually feels like humiliation. -0.39 -0.12
44. Restricting individuals for the sake of the clan as a whole is always justified. -0.39 -0.12
45. I suffer from heat more than others — I’d rather have cold weather. -0.50 -0.12
46. I absolutely cannot spend three days alone doing something — I constantly need communication, even by phone. -0.40 -0.12
47. I can easily control the expression of my emotions. -0.34 -0.12
48. I am excellent at storytelling. -0.32 -0.12
49. I know how to use my connections. -0.36 -0.12
50. I spend very little time making decisions. -0.28 -0.12
51. How many pieces of gum do you use per day on average? 1) None 2) One or two 3) Three to five 4) Six to nine 5) Ten or more -0.29 -0.12
52. I can catch and crush flies or wasps with my bare hands without disgust. -0.35 -0.12
53. How many pieces of gum do you usually use per day? 1) None 2) One or two 3) Three to five 4) Six to nine 5) Ten or more -0.29 -0.12
54. I can catch and crush flies or wasps with my bare hands without disgust. -0.35 -0.12
55. I respect those who are tough enough to impose their will on everyone around them. -0.40 -0.11
56. If a scientist develops and modifies someone else's old theory, they should not encroach on its name, its brand — if you invented something that replaces the old, give it a completely new and personal name. -0.26 -0.11
57. Probably, in another era, I could have easily become a religious fanatic. -0.33 -0.11
58. The more fear there is in society, the more prosperity and order it has. -0.31 -0.11
59. When I’m asleep, it’s sometimes hard to wake me up — they say sometimes you have to shake me or shout in my ear for more than two or three minutes. -0.31 -0.11
60. I enjoy group games like Mafia. -0.33 -0.11
61. I am very good at working with all kinds of people. -0.38 -0.11
62. I enjoy extreme sports — I like to test the limits of my courage. -0.28 -0.11
63. There are people, often called the intelligentsia, who try to teach us that we should think for ourselves, have our own understanding, and be able to express our own opinions. And they say that all kinds of viewpoints are important, and every opinion matters. But replacing all this nonsense with the word "pretentiousness" reveals the true value of these people. -0.33 -0.11
64. It’s easier for me to think and focus not in silence, but when there’s a stream flowing nearby or when there’s some kind of movement on TV next to me. -0.24 -0.11
65. I can calmly place a bee on my skin and let it sting me. -0.28 -0.11
66. I can use my left hand almost as well as my right (or even better). -0.30 -0.11
67. What is more typical of you? 1) Rejection, fussiness, selectiveness, detachment, rejection. 5) Attraction, conformity, tendency to join in and unite others, sometimes indiscriminate in relationships. -0.44 -0.11
68. I almost always feel confident and protected — I constantly feel the truth and the support of like-minded people behind me. -0.32 -0.11
69. The masses do not need the development of rights or self-awareness — strengthening faith and traditions is more necessary and important for them. -0.32 -0.11
70. I am a team player — for me, there are always "ours" and "theirs." -0.40 -0.11
71. I am diplomatic, especially good at negotiating with people in informal, heart-to-heart settings, without any pressure. -0.42 -0.11
72. I would make a good diplomat. -0.40 -0.11
73. I easily adjust my work plans along the way, adapting to those around me. -0.33 -0.11
74. I like to prohibit things, or I enjoy controlling how people follow certain rules. -0.40 -0.10
75. Sometimes I deliberately say or do something nasty to provoke an unpleasant feeling in a person and see their reaction. -0.32 -0.10
76. In communication, I’m very good at "relaxing" a tense and anxious partner, lowering the drama of the situation for them. -0.35 -0.10
77. I think I could navigate any group and secure for myself a discreet but advantageous and "key" position. -0.34 -0.10
78. When I talk standing up, I can’t stay still — I’m more likely to "dance" than stand in place. -0.29 -0.10
79. I have a better memory for faces than for voices. -0.31 -0.10
80. The harsh and isolated military regime in North Korea, based on the Juche ideology, has every right to exist, and no one should interfere in their affairs or try to influence their internal politics. -0.37 -0.10
81. When I hear obvious lies (that don’t personally concern me), I tolerate it — it doesn’t really irritate me. -0.37 -0.10
82. To achieve success, I’m better than most at making myself known and being in the right place at the right time. -0.30 -0.10
83. Only a system of subordination can be fair, not a system of equality. -0.39 -0.10
84. I had my first sexual experiences long before adulthood. -0.26 -0.10

EXAMPLES OF KEY Qi MARKERS IN THE LII PSYCHOTYPE

(positive markers — a combination of the exclusivity of the question for Qi — among functions, with its exclusivity for the LII — among types):

1. What most often irritates you in other people’s approaches to problems? (indicate the most appropriate option in the box on the right): 1) Tendency to overcomplicate things. 5) Simplification.
2. If a person rarely doubts, they don’t know how to think.
3. Above all, I value my independence.
4. I despise "herd mentality" in people.
5. I find it hard to do something just because I’m ordered to, as I always think about the ultimate goal of the task.
6. I feel instant, sharp hatred towards any acts of authoritarian rudeness and forced coercion.
7. I am disgusted and intolerant of all things bad, stupid, and obviously wrong.
8. It is true that I generally do not tolerate pressure from any general, collective, or "public" opinion.
9. I respect the individuality of others more than the ability to fit into a team as a useful member.
10. Truth is always more important than public opinion, so I will never compromise my beliefs and principles just because someone around me might think something negative about it.
11. I am characterized by a drive for truth and justice in everything.
12. I am more likely to distrust the opinion of the majority than to trust it.
13. I have a hard time handling stressful situations — I find it difficult to mobilize and then feel drained for a long time afterwards.

EXAMPLES OF KEY Qi MARKERS IN THE ESI PSYCHOTYPE (positive markers):

1. I am easily offended by criticism.
2. Human rights and social equality are surely more important than the imperial power of the state.
3. I consider those who are capable of usurping power or taking something from the weak to be scum.
4. I am greatly irritated by any obvious blatant lie, even if the distortion of facts does not directly concern me.
5. I am highly sensitive to the danger of losing.
6. I clearly lack optimism in life.
7. Any manifestations of inequality among people irritate me.
8. I always have an acute, painful reaction when I feel injustice, observe inequality, or see someone being wronged.
9. I find it hard to be flexible in communicating with bad people.
10. I have a very painful and sensitive reaction to any injustice, whether done to me or to others.
11. I am easily annoyed by any discord and inconsistency with expectations.
12. I categorically do not tolerate deception and any inaccuracies.
13. Unlike many, I am completely incapable of giving insincere compliments (it’s repulsive to my very being).
14. My skin has a heightened tendency to various infections (for example, pimples often form at the site of blackheads, scratches usually become inflamed, and there may also be increased susceptibility to fungal infections, etc.).
15. I really lack communication with mutual understanding and mutual care in life.
16. It’s true that I absolutely do not tolerate and do not forgive harsh coercion.
17. I always perceive mistakes and dark times in life as incomprehensible and undeserved injustice.