Your INFJ Care Manual
If you are reading this, you have probably been chosen by an INFJ to be an important person in their life. This is quite the accomplishment, as you have somehow been deemed worthy of said INFJ’s attention. However, this won’t be easy, so here are some quick tips on how to care for your new introvert.
Your new INFJ comes with the following items:
- One (1) old soul
- One (1) journal for keeping track of new thoughts and discoveries
- Two (2) bookshelves full of various books
- Ten (10) assorted pillows and stuffed animals
- Two (2) devices capable of accessing the Imternet
- One (1) caring heart, ready to make your life better.
Features
Your INFJ will come equipped with the following traits:
Ni: Your INFJ likely spends a majority of their time inside themselves, tinkering with ideas and, well, just thinking. They often think in pictures, as opposed to words, and tend to look at the bigger picture. Their intuition manifests in patters, images, symbols, and dreams. Their tastes are often more refined and enjoy not only creating beauty but immersing themselves in the beauty around them.
Fe: INFJs love helping people, and enjoy feeling useful. They can easily understand the emotions of others and change the mood of the environment around them. The INFJ has a knack for interpreting roles and sizing up others. Your extroverted feeler will come in handy, so long as they don’t feel used.
Ti: Introverted thinkers have a need to make sense of the world around them. They can find common traits in seemingly unrelated things and determine how everything is interrelated. Your INFJ will likely tend to strive for efficiency and perfection, and probably has a talent for troubleshooting.
Se: Your INFJ will be relatively good at sizing up situations. They live in the moment, and long for adventure. Because of this, your INFJ will get bored easily, and need a bit of excitement every now and then. In contrast to their other traits, extraverted sensing will help your INFJ to enjoy life more, instead of focusing on analyzing everything.
Getting Started
Step one: Give the INFJ books, computers, and space to grow.
Step two: Allow them to venture about to socialize and learn until fully charged.
Step three: If the above doesn’t work, give them attention and small amounts of physical affection (including but not limited to hugs and hand holding).
Step four: If your INFJ is uncomfortable with physical contact, supply them with plenty of pillows and warm blankets.
Your INFJ’s Modes
Philosopher Mode: Your INFJ has a natural interest in the world around them and how it works. They will try their best to learn about and make explanations for the things they see and how each of them works.
Helper Mode: If your INFJ sees someone in need, they will almost always try and fix the problem as best they can. This mode is often activated involuntarily, as it is switched on by all kinds of situations.
Psychologist Mode: It is to be expected that the INFJ will not enjoy seeing others unhappy. If such a situation were to occur, the INFJ can easily read the emotional atmosphere and find the root cause of the problem. From there, they will attempt to resolve the matter as soon as possible - nine out of ten times, they will succeed in doing so.
Pseudo-Extrovert Mode: Your INFJ isn’t unfriendly in the least bit. They see others as fascinating little learning experiences and don’t mind making friends here and there. Do not let this fool you, however - after prolonged social interaction, they will need time alone to recharge.
Grooming
INFJs are often detached from reality, caught up in their own world. As a result, they may forget to take care of themselves. Be sure to remind them to bathe and change their clothes now and then - they’ll thank you for it later.
Feeding
Your INFJ needs nourishment sometimes, as any living thing does. Knowledge and experiences can often help satisfy their hunger, but when in doubt, give them sweets and fruit.
Sleep
Sleep is a necessary function that keeps up alive. As important as it is, the INFJ is a night owl, and will often forget to sleep. Their activities and thoughts often prevent them from getting the rest they need. Remind your INFJ that they can worry about these things tomorrow - they aren’t themselves when they are tired, and that isn’t a mess you want to deal with.
FAQs
Is occasional grumpiness normal?
Well, of course!
Everyone gets grouchy now and then, and INFJs are no exception. Whether it be frustration, anxiousness, or anything in between, they are bound to get unhappy at some point. In this case, give them space and offer support when necessary.
If they are so good at caring for others, can’t they take care of themselves?
Not quite. INFJs often get caught up in the needs of others and end up forgetting about themselves. This is why they might need a bit of help. Without a good friend or two, even the most responsible of introverts won’t be able to thrive.
If they care so much about everyone, do they really like me in particular?
Sure they do! Contrary to popular belief, INFJs don’t automatically love everyone. It’s only natural to dislike some individuals, and even the INFJ can hold grudges against those that bother them.
If an INFJ talks about you often and voluntarily decides to spend time with you, you have likely been deemed worthy of their affection. They are very loyal, too, so you have no need to question their reliability. They will always be there for you, even at your worst.
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