The Conscious property of Logic tells us that the formation of one’s own and others’ opinions on various issues is in the sphere of their attention. Individuals with 2L like to exchange opinions with people, discuss various topics, and provide arguments. As an extraverted function, the Second Logic is primarily interested in others’ opinions rather than their own. They may often not know what opinion they hold on a particular issue and can easily change their point of view if they desire to do so. As a subjective function, they do so independently if they want to. Convincing them is quite difficult if it is not in their plans. In that case, they will find new and new arguments, present information in such a way as to confirm their correctness. However, convincing and persuading other people is very interesting for the Second Logic, especially if the interlocutor is sensitive to the subtleties of logical argumentation.
This is the integral image of 2L, but there are also some peculiarities of its manifestation that explain why different individuals with 2L differ somewhat from each other. They are called accentuations, and we will consider them in more detail later:
Accentuation: сonsciousness
Such 2L strive for discussions and debates, including when they are clearly purposeless. Even if it sees that the interlocutor does not react to arguments and asks to be left alone (usually, it is the possessors of unconscious Logic), it still cannot stop in its thirst for argument and explanation. These 2L are ready to discuss a wide range of topics, challenge any established dogma, and silence is fatal for them. The worst thing for such a person is when they are not listened to and their reasoning is not of interest. They are loquacious and can talk for hours about whatever comes to their mind, improvise brilliantly if necessary. As a rule, such 2L are not afraid of public speaking, as they see it as self-realization and an opportunity to share the thoughts that are buzzing in their head. If their writing talent is even slightly developed, they may suffer from graphomania – they cannot stop writing, and negative reactions to their works do not cool their enthusiasm. Sometimes, such 2L can be confused with 3L, as they are quite skeptical about accepted “truths” and are always ready to challenge them. The same applies to any statements made by their opponents. However, unlike 3L, they are not afraid to be wrong, and their confidence in their arguments does not diminish in case of disagreement. Rather, the interlocutors will be considered stubborn or not intelligent enough, rather than 2L considering itself such. This accentuation of the Second Logic can be called the most talkative.
Accentuation: extraversion
Individuals with this accentuation of 2L tend to have a desire to understand their interlocutors. They may behave as “translators,” helping people find common ground by explaining to one person what another meant. Unlike other accentuations, this one does not insist on its own opinion, and does not escalate an argument if it sees that it is unconstructive. It recognizes the existence of different points of view and does not strive to prove its own correctness. If it does, it does so kindly, taking into account feedback. Since holders of this accentuation quite often hide their own opinion or do not have one at all, this accentuation can be mistaken for 4L. They can be distinguished by the following parameters: Firstly, unlike 4L, 2L is interested in various opinions of other people, and they will provoke them into discussion or expressing their own point of view. Secondly, the Second Logic, as a conscious function, will explain and reason on the topics that interest the interlocutor upon external request. For 4L, this is a boring occupation, they need ready-made knowledge that does not require analysis and reflection. The extraverted accentuation of 2L can be considered the most loyal to others’ opinions.
Accentuation: subjectivity
The holder of this accentuation is confident in their own opinions and reflections, so it is very difficult to convince them otherwise. Such a person is very good at teaching, explaining, and telling – they do this skillfully, giving examples and controlling the process of assimilation of information by the listeners. These individuals also excel in writing articles, scientific papers, and books where they discuss a lot and make interesting and logically impeccable concepts. However, the subjective accentuation of 2L is not very adaptable for debate or other forms of discussion where participants are equal. As a rule, they perceive themselves as teachers, and other people as students who need to have their eyes opened and be enlightened. Because of this self-assurance, they may be mistaken for 1L. The difference between them lies in the fact that the Second Logic attaches much more importance to how people around them think and what their point of view is compared to the First Logic. If a person, in her opinion, is wrong, she considers it her duty to convince him/her and rid them of misconceptions. In this situation, 1L would simply think, “What’s the difference, whose opinion is what, the main thing is that mine is correct, and you cannot convince everyone.” In addition, 2L distinguishes itself by spacious reasoning and long chains of argumentation aimed at making the interlocutor come to the right opinion using their own mind. 1L, on the other hand, prefers to refer to generally known facts, their professional experience, or the opinions of competent people in the field to confirm their point of view. Overall, the subjective accentuation of 2L is the most stubborn.