Writing & Insights
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How I Let Go of the Excuse of “I’m Gifted but Lazy”
Erik Thor explores why the gifted but lazy myth becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy—and how to break free from the smart-and-lazy identity.
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I Thought Shame Was Making Me A Better Person. It Wasn’t.
In this personal essay, I explore how shame drove my coping patterns—people-pleasing, hyper-competitiveness, and avoidance—and how I learned to face shame with self-compassion.
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I Think I’m Addicted to AI (And It’s Ruining My Creativity)
Hey, I’m Erik Thor—a developer, psychologist, and writer. I explore personality spectrums, cognitive functions, and growth. Read my story or support my work. Hi there. I’m Erik Thor, and I’m a coder and system architect. Like most people in my field, I find myself using AI more and more, and now I’m starting to worry…
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Why I Returned To Make Another 16 Personalities & Cognitive Function Test
After years away, I return to the 16 personalities framework to rebuild my tests with concrete, actionable insights. Join the journey.
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Beyond 8 cognitive functions: My new 16 Thought Patterns test
Discover how your thinking style shifts across work, relationships, and solitude with my new 16 Thought Patterns test. Move beyond static labels to understand your dynamic mind.
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My cognitive function test is ready for testing
My cognitive function test is ready for beta testing! Measure 16 thought patterns, adjust scores, and get feedback from friends. Try it now.
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The Danger of Rushing Self-Discovery: My Personal Journey
I used to think finding my personality type would solve everything. Here’s what I learned about embracing the chaos and discovering the real you beneath the masks.
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Why Context Matters: My 16 Personalities Test
I’m launching my new 16 Personalities test that takes context into account. Discover your personality type at work, home, and in relationships.
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The Echo Chamber of the Self: AI and the Digital Mirror of Erised
I explore how AI mirrors our deepest desires, risking an echo chamber. My article offers strategies to balance introspection and extroversion for authentic personal growth.
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