INFJ Blog

A blog for the rarest of the MBTI personality types. INFJs are creative, caring, and complex dreamers. We just want to make the world a better place as quietly as possible. www.infjblog.com | Twitter: @Im_INFJ

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Which Emotion Each Myers-Briggs® Personality Type is Most Likely to Feel in Their Dreams

Which Emotion Each Myers-Briggs® Personality Type is Most Likely to Feel in Their Dreams

Ever wonder if each personality type has a tendency to dream certain emotions? 

We know that some personality types remember their dreams more than others.

And apparently, Intuitives are more likely than average to dream about getting killed, while Feelers dream about getting pregnant more frequently than Thinkers. Yikes! 

But when it comes to feelings such as fear, joy, sadness, and…

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Introverted Intuition and Extraverted Intuition: How to Tell the Difference

Not all personality types who have a preference for intuition are the same. Some prefer Introverted Intuition and others prefer Extraverted Intuition. Take the quiz to determine which one fits you the best.

Approximately 25 percent of individuals use an intuitive function as their primary way of understanding the world. For INFJ personality types, Introverted Intuition is their dominant function. It is how they make sense of the world around them. 

However, not all personality types who have a preference for intuition are the same. Some types prefer Introverted Intuition and other types prefer…

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How INFJs Can Use the Graves Model for Personal Development

How INFJs Can Use the Graves Model for Personal Development

The 16-personality-type theory is a horizontal model of personal development. It helps the individual understand their personality, but it doesn’t address how they grow over time. However, it can be useful as a growth tool when paired with other systems of personal growth.

The Graves Model, or “spiral dynamics,”is a vertical model of personal development. This model is built around the idea…

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INFJs in Relationships with NF Personality Types

NF personality types make warm and compassionate partners but can have unrealistic expectations for their relationships. #INFJ

As in every romantic relationship, a relationship between an INFJ and any personality type will come with both joys and challenges. Contrary to the opinions of Internet experts, there is no “best type” for an INFJ—just like there is no “best job”, “best place to live” or “best Harry Potter house” for an INFJ personality type.

There are however patterns found in the combination of the INFJ…

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How Setting Healthy Boundaries Helps INFJs Grow

It’s difficult for INFJs to see the space that exists between pouring all of their energy into others and completely slamming the door. However, this is the space that needs to be nourished for INFJs to grow and establish healthy relationships. #INFJ

When I was in my teens and early 20s, I had several unhealthy relationships. Eventually, I taught myself that these relationships were unhealthy because the other people were “toxic.” These emotional vampires sucked my energy and left my batteries in serious need of a lengthy charge.

What I didn’t realize at the time was that the “vampires” weren’t solely responsible for draining my energy. I…

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Am I an INFJ? Here are the Best Online Personality Tests

Am you an INFJ? Here are a few of the best online personality tests. #INFJ

You read an article about the INFJ personality type that resonates with you. Maybe you took a free online test which told you that you’re an INFJ. But you’re not entirely sure how valid the test is or if your result is completely accurate. You’re still left wondering “Am I an INFJ?” 

Am I an INFJ? Here are the Best Online Personality Tests

While nothing compares to an assessment from an MBTI®…

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6 Traits of People Who Feel "Too Much"

If you think you're someone who feels "too much" — you're not alone. Here are 6 traits of deep feelers.

I used to think that the side of me that feels “too much” was a burden — or even a curse. I hate feeling helpless and detached as if the world is fine without me in it. But, as an introvert, I also thrive in the safe comfort of my mind. Sometimes I have moments when I feel so energized to create new relationships that I’m okay with leaving that quiet peace for a while. The problem happens when the…

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My Journey Processing Loss as an INFJ

"Instead of crying I found myself observing my thoughts at a curious distance. I was an explorer studying an unfamiliar species." Read about one INFJs journey in grief and self-discovery.

During my interview for a recent episode of The INFJ Personality Show, the host mentioned that INFJ personality types have an aptitude for sensing other people’s feelings — sometimes at the expense of understanding our own. 

I bristled at what felt like criticism (a sensitive spot for this INFJ). I like to think of myself as self-aware. Then, I remembered something that caused me to…

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8 Holiday Gift Ideas for INFJ Personality Types

The holidays are almost here. Are you still looking for a gift for the INFJ personality in your life? If so, don’t be alarmed. Each year, my parents ask me to send them a Christmas wish list. And each year, I struggle to figure out exactly what to put on the list.

There are usually things that I realize I need when I think really hard about it. I could probably replace that 10-year-old frying…

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INFJ Careers: What INFJs Need In The Workplace

The majority of careers are not created by or for the INFJ personality type, which makes it difficult for INFJs to find complete fulfillment in their work. However, INFJs can bring under-represented skills to any job — perhaps even molding the position to fit their personality instead of trying to fit into a pre-defined role.

INFJs thrive in work environments that allow them to use their dominant

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6 Biggest Myths About the INFJ Personality Type

I’m going to be completely honest — there is an abundance of bad information online about INFJ personality types. Some of the information is not just bad, but it’s also incorrect. Unfortunately, many people see information curated by popular media sources and take it at face value. While in reality, many of the common myths about the INFJ personality type aren’t true at all.

But if you’re an…

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Am I an Extraverted Feeler or an Introverted Feeler?

New blog post: Are you an Extraverted Feeler or an Introverted Feeler?

There is a lot of misinformation online about personality type and, more specifically, the INFJ personality type. Many articles about INFJs mention traits that are also relatable to similar personality types, like INFPs, INTJs and ISFPs. If you’re trying to determine your personality type, how do you separate over-generalized statements from the facts?

The cognitive functions, of course! (If…

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Weaknesses of the INFJ Personality Type

Many books and online resources explain the strengths of the INFJ personality type. However, examining our strengths is only looking at one side of the personality coin. Ignoring the other side means being oblivious to an equally important part of your personality — your weaknesses. This blog post will take a look at a few of the greatest weaknesses of the INFJ personality type.

Not sure about…

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Learning to Love My INFJ Personality Type

Learning to Love My INFJ Personality Type #INFJ

As an INFJ personality type, I’m constantly mesmerized by articles and blogs written by or about other INFJs. Since INFJs account for only around 1 percent of the population, it’s interesting that many of the INFJs in the world have found a safe haven to share with each other in the guise of the internet.

However, a constant worry for me is the number of articles about the struggles of the INFJ.…

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INFJ Empathy: Is It a Gift or a Curse?

Growing up, I was always extremely perceptive to the emotions of others. Most of the time I pretended like I wasn’t because it makes people uncomfortable when you know more than they want you to know. On the other hand, once people realize that you understand without them having to explain how they feel it’s a relief. With the benefits and challenges that come with INFJ empathy, it makes you…

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The Greatest Strengths of the INFJ Personality Type

Understanding your strengths as an INFJ is one of the first and most important steps to using personality type to better understand yourself and how you fit in the world.

The INFJs core strengths come from exercising and developing their Introverted Intuition and their ability to understand others and help them grow. Here are a few of the INFJs major strengths. 

Strengths of the INFJ Personality…

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What I’ve Learned From My Struggles As An INFJ Personality

For the longest time, I felt like there was something wrong with me. I always get lost inside my head for a little bit too long and lose track of time and everything else that’s going on around me.

I’d try to explain to people the ideas that looked so brilliantly clear in my head but what would come out was a garble of words that sounded like the ramblings of a person who was not in full…

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