The Second function is a conscious function, which means that its owner notices even the slightest features of their own and others’ aspectual states, strives to interact with them and change them. For this reason, the Second Physics is very mobile, interested in questions of appearance, health, self-care, sports and nature. As an extraverted function, it focuses its attention on the physical needs of other people, helps them to relax and establish contact with their body. Since the Second function is a subjective function, it is characterized by confidence in its aspectual state and a desire to influence others. The owner of the Second Physics knows better than others how to evaluate their own and others’ appearance, how to eat properly, what lifestyle to lead, and how to interact with the material world. They can share their ideas with other people, trying to change their lives for the better.
If any of the properties of the Second function stand out more in the character and behavior of the owner of 2F, this affects the perception of those around them and can lead to errors in determining their type. Next, we will consider the types of accentuation of the Second Physics and the features of their manifestation:
Accentuation: consciousness
If the Counscious property is accentuated in the Second Physics, its owner actively seeks physical interaction with other people and the world. It is difficult for them to sit still, they constantly want to move, work on their body. Often, such 2F become fans of sports, dancing or a healthy lifestyle. In addition to this, this accentuation can manifest itself in an increased desire for physical contact with others. Such a person can give a massage, adjust clothing, comb hair, hug, touch other people in various ways. Sometimes, the owner of this accentuation realizes themselves in everyday life – they craft something, sew, grow plants or animals, take care of children. Such an abundance of process according to Physics is characteristic of both the Second and Third Physics. However, 2F, unlike the latter, is confident in themselves, free in their manifestations, and not fixated on their own needs; rather, they try to loosen up others. The main qualities of the conscious accentuation of 2F are mobility and restlessness.
Accentuation: extraversion
Representatives of this Second Physics accentuation are the most tolerant towards other people’s habits and preferences in the material world. Such a 2F will not impose a healthy lifestyle, personal grooming or a particular style of clothing, but will help another person satisfy their needs in the most optimal way. For example, if a loved one wants to eat, they will creatively approach cooking to make the dish as enjoyable as possible. If someone wants to go for a walk or exercise, they will gladly accompany them. This 2F accentuation is less critical of how others move, look, and eat, and does not require maintaining order in the house. It can give advice on appearance, health, and household management, but these recommendations are exclusively friendly and unobtrusive. Since such a Second Physics is easy to adapt to other people’s needs and habits, it can even be mistaken for 4F. However, unlike the latter, the extraverted 2F accentuation is active, tireless, feels their body well, self-realizes in the physical sphere, and does not simply interact with it out of necessity. Second Physics pays a lot of attention to both their needs and the needs of others, makes sure they are satisfied, and thinks about how to do it best. Of all the 2F accentuations, this one is the least intrusive.
Accentuation: subjectivity
This accentuation of the Second Physics seeks to influence other people, or rather, how they interact with the material world in their daily lives. Such a person can be a talented sports coach, master, stylist, but the main thing is that their activity involves communication with people and their direction. An accentuated subjectivity 2F is a teacher and mentor who successfully pushes others to realize themselves in the sphere of Physics. You can hear phrases from them like: “You should wear light colors because they suit you,” “You should go on a diet/exercise,” “Clean up your room, you can’t live in such a mess.” The owner of this accentuation is quite persistent in their recommendations, as they are confident that they are helping to make the lives of others better. Due to the fact that such a 2F imposes a certain lifestyle, calls for change and improvement, it is often confused with the First Physics. However, 1F is focused on their own needs, that is, it is important for them to lead the lifestyle they like, take care of their health and appearance, and other people are only forced to adapt to their tastes. Whereas 2F is focused specifically on others, on changing their relationship with their own body and physical space, and this brings them pleasure. The subject accentuation of 2F can be called the most persistent of all.