

Make it Conscious
Max Chegwyn
Welcome to Make it Conscious and join me, Max Chegwyn, in a discussion of all things self-knowledge. Calling on the insights of great thinkers from western philosophy and depth psychology, this is a show about freedom, duality, responsibility, self-hood, mind, mystery, and what there is.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 31min
The Caregiver: Extraverted Feeling (Fe) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Caregiver function – extraverted feeling – is one of the eight core functions in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It creates emotional harmony and facilitates connections in the external world, reading group dynamics and understanding what people need to thrive together. This episode explores how it manifests in ENFJs, ESFJs, INFJs, and ISFJs, and serves as the inferior function for INTPs and ISTPs.Extraverted feeling organises based on what helps the world get its needs met, using valuation as its criteria for decisions. Jung noted that "without this kind of feeling, a harmonious social life would be impossible."When developed, this function excels at managing group harmony and creating welcoming environments. When imbalanced, it can become people-pleasing or manipulative.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Hestia: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Resources:Seven Habits Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Jan 24, 2026 • 27min
The Stalwart: Introverted Sensation (Si) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Stalwart function – introverted sensation – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about building a rich internal library of sensory memories and proven approaches, preserving what's valuable, and maintaining stability through attention to detail and established methods. This episode explores how this function manifests in ISTJs, ISFJs, ESTJs, and ESFJs, and serves as a crucial shadow function for ENFPs, ENTPs, INFPs, and INTPs.Introverted sensation apprehends what Jung called "the background of the physical world rather than its surface." It perceives through an inner template of archetypal images, comparing present experience against this primordial memory. This creates exceptional recall for details, strong understanding of how things should be done based on what's worked before, and the capacity to recognise when something doesn't match established patterns.When developed, this function provides stability, reliability, and methodical thoroughness. When imbalanced, it can become rigid, resistant to change, or narrow-minded. This episode covers the Stalwart's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Jan 17, 2026 • 31min
The Explorer: Extraverted Intuition (Ne) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Explorer function – extraverted intuition – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about discovering connections and generating new possibilities by engaging with the external world, spotting patterns, making unexpected connections, and envisioning what could be. This episode explores how this function manifests in ENFPs, ENTPs, INFPs, and INTPs, and how it champions innovation and novelty.Extraverted intuition perceives meaning, implication, possibility, probability, and potential directed towards the outer world. Jung described those who use this function well as "the natural champion of all minorities for the future," able to inspire courage and kindle enthusiasm for anything new. When developed, this function excels at seeing potential others overlook. When imbalanced, it can become scattered or unrealistic.This episode covers the Explorer's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

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Jan 10, 2026 • 34min
The Sage: Introverted Thinking (Ti) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
Dive into the intriguing world of introverted thinking, where analytical minds seek truth through rigorous questioning and theory-building. Discover how this function shapes the personalities of INTPs and ENTPs, emphasizing their knack for spotting logical inconsistencies. Explore the balance needed to avoid becoming detached or rigid in thought. With captivating examples from popular culture, learn how sages excel in problem-solving and theoretical precision while also uncovering practices to enhance their natural abilities.

Jan 3, 2026 • 33min
The Tactician: Extraverted Sensation (Se) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Tactician function – extraverted sensation – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about engaging directly with present moment sensory reality, responding tactically to immediate opportunities, and processing through direct physical experience. This episode explores how this function manifests in ESTPs, ESFPs, ISTPs, and ISFPs, and how it excels at responding quickly to changing circumstances.Extraverted sensation perceives the world through direct engagement with physical reality – what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch right now. Jung described it as having an extraordinary sense for objective facts and concrete enjoyment. When developed, this function brings remarkable groundedness and practical effectiveness. When undeveloped, it can become reckless, impulsive, or superficial.This episode covers the Tactician's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in relationships and the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Dec 27, 2025 • 31min
The Lover: Introverted Feeling (Fi) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
Delve into the intricate world of introverted feeling, where personal values shape experiences and decisions. Discover how this function manifests in the personalities of INFPs, ISFPs, ENFPs, and ESFPs, illustrating their pursuit of authenticity. Learn about the balance between subjective values and universal truths while exploring the complexities of relationships and workplace dynamics. Fictional examples like Frodo and Elizabeth Bennet highlight varied expressions of the Lover function, shedding light on its passions, challenges, and growth opportunities.

Dec 20, 2025 • 33min
The Commander: Extraverted Thinking (Te) Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Commander function – extraverted thinking – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's about organising the external world through systematic thinking and efficient implementation of logical solutions. This episode explores how this function manifests in ENTJs, ESTJs, INTJs, and ISTJs, and how it translates ideas into actionable plans.Extraverted thinking makes decisions based on what works and what makes logical sense using external criteria. It excels at coordinating resources towards outcomes, spotting inefficiencies, and creating structured solutions. However, when untethered from deeper values, it can become misguided – optimising metrics without understanding what truly matters.This episode covers the Commander's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Dec 13, 2025 • 31min
The Seer: Introverted Intuition Explained | Power of Personality Type Series
The Seer function – introverted intuition – is one of the eight core functions of personality in Carl Jung's theory of psychological types. It's the ability to perceive underlying patterns and future possibilities, seeing beyond surface appearances to understand how situations will unfold. This episode explores how this function manifests in INFJs, INTJs, ENFJs, and ENTJs, and why it's often misunderstood even by those who use it naturally.Introverted intuition operates through a permeable interaction with the unconscious, leading to that characteristic "just knowing" without knowing how. Jung described this as a form of unconscious perception, a legitimate way of engaging with the implicit realm that exists alongside the concrete world of sensation.This episode covers the Seer's natural strengths, shadow dynamics, development pathways, and how this function shows up in the workplace.----------Free Personality Dynamics Assessment: https://makeitconscious.com/pda/Discover your psychological type and development pathway.Hestia - The hearth of the Make it Conscious community: https://hestia.makeitconscious.com/Premium courses, active imagination exercises, and community for Jungian depth work.----------Playlists & Series:The Power of Personality Type - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MqJE8CE77T0pm_rRqUniverseActive Imagination Exercises - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2MMxqoPMkk9eEbVIrbwq-7B&si=NgEZKF8F2ztgqEpbMapping the Shadow Series - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeuFwuWK5O2PriUHnSAKpaf5eOpy27NswFree Resources:Seven Habits of Individuation Ebook - https://makeitconscious.com/sevenhabits/The Cult Recovery Guide - https://makeitconscious.com/freeguide/More from Make it Conscious:MiC Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AxGzV3sa6kK2NKSKDyuJa?si=4153da0bb1a243a3Inner Work Exercises Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OMC4T1PNsA951dvvHhYMs?si=72af3c85c97b4536Blog - https://makeitconscious.com/blog/Connect:Instagram - https://instagram.com/makeitconsciousX - https://x.com/makeitconscious

Dec 9, 2025 • 30min
What Growth Means for Your Type | The Power of Personality Type
Explore the intriguing connection between personality type and psychological growth. Discover the Shadow Map model that reveals the dual nature of the eight functions, highlighting their light and dark aspects. Learn about active imagination and its significance alongside shadow work. Delve into how embracing gifts, tempering power, and reconciling with your shadow can pave the way for personal development. Uncover practical tools for growth that integrate Jungian theory with actionable steps. It's a fascinating journey into self-discovery!

Dec 5, 2025 • 35min
The Power of Personality Type: Understanding Psychological Dynamics for Inner Work
Explore the fascinating world of personality types and their role in personal development. Delve into Carl Jung's psychological theories and the eight cognitive functions that shape our minds. Discover how individuation and shadow work can lead to genuine transformation. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding one’s psychological type for integrating life’s imbalances and enhancing self-awareness. Learn about the unique naming system for functions, practical exercises for active imagination, and the connection to deeper emotional understanding.


