Internal Processor-
Needs time and space to process emotions, and “digest” thoughts-
Difficulty identifying and articulating thoughts and feelings-
Becomes anxious if pursued to resolve conflict quickly, or is rushed or the other person becomes upset-dislikes and avoids conflict-
Needs encouragement to come back and enter into discussion following alone time-
Deliberate, methodical communication-
External Processor–
Can identify thoughts and feelings right away-
Difficulty sitting with thoughts and feelings-
Becomes very anxious if the other person is not available/willing to “fix it” right away-Dislikes conflict but believes it is worth it to reach resolution and relief-
Has difficulty waiting and allowing the other processing time-
Is challenged by trying to listen and not interrupt-
Spontaneous, free-flow communication