INFJ Personality Type

INFJ Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging.

Approximately 2 – 3 percent of the population.

The secret to success for an INFJ is learning to pay attention to details, be flexible and be willing to act spontaneously.

INFJs inhabit a world of ideals.  They are independent, original thinkers with strong feelings, firm principles and personal integrity.

INFJs trust their own ideals and decisions even in the face of scepticism.  They are motivation by an inner vision that they value above all else, including prevailing opinion or established authority.  INFJs often see deeper meanings and have intuitive insights into situations.  Their inspirations are important and valid to them even if others do not share their enthusiasm.

INFJs are loyal, committed and idealistic.  They are quietly forceful in having their ideas accepted and applied.  They value integrity and can be determined to the point of being stubborn.  Because of the strength of their conviction and their clear vision of what is best for the common good, INFJs can be great leaders, They are often honoured or respected for their contributions.

Because they value harmony and agreement, INFJs like to persuade others by using approval and praise, rather than argument or intimidation.  INFJs will go to great lengths to provide fellowship and avoid conflict.

Generally thoughtful decision makers, INFJs find problems stimulating and usually reflect carefully before they act.  They prefer to focus in great depth on one thing at a time which can result in periods of single-mindedness.

Empathetic and compassionate, INFJs have a strong desire to contribute to the welfare of others.  They are aware of other people’s emotions and interests, and often deal well with complicated people.   INFJs themselves tend to have deep, complex personalities and can be both sensitive and intense.  They can be reserved and hard to get to know, but are willing to share their inner selves with people they trust.  They tend to have a small circle of deep, long-standing friendships and can generate plenty of personal warmth and enthusiasm in the right circumstances.

Possible blind spots for an INFJ

Since they tend to be so absorbed with “the idea”, INFJs can sometimes be impractical and are capable of neglecting routine details that need attention.  Becoming more aware of what is around them and relying more on proven information helps INFJs anchor their creative ideas in the real world.

INFJs can be so committed to their own principles that they develop tunnel vision.  They can be stubborn about change and may resist changing a decision once it has been made.  Sometimes they overlook important facts that do not support their position or resist ideals that conflict with their values.  They may not hear the objections of others because to them their position seems unquestionable.  INFJs need to attempt to look at themselves and at their work more objectively as other might.

Because they are so protective of their own vision, INFJs tend to over-regulate.  They are often perfectionists and they can be hypersensitive to criticism.  Although they are strong-willed, they also have difficulty dealing with conflicts in relationships and can become disappointed or disillusioned if conflicts develop.  The more objective INFJs can be about themselves and their relationships, the less vulnerable they will be to these kinds of hurts.

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