What every type secretly wants you to know
INTJ: âWe are not robotsâ Itâs funny to me that INTJs always get this reputation of being the most emotionally cold, misanthropic of types when in actuality their feeling function is not even their inferior. Most INTJs are very passionate people. They love what they love and usually focused on how to help. Itâs just not written on their foreheads like other types. But their actions usually speak much louder than words.
ENTJ: âWe care about peopleâ ENTJs may have an appearance of being stone cold business types, but like all EJs, pretty much everything they do is ultimately in the service of helping others. Hell, a lot of times your typical ENTJ loses themselves because they are too concerned in fixing everyone elseâs problems that they forget to take care of themselves.Â
INTP: âDo not dismiss our adviceâ INTPs are unfortunately stereotypically known as nerds, gamers and sometimes, crackpot conspiracy theorists and they often come off as if they couldnât care less what others think. But if they âmeddleâ in your affairs, you should actually lend an ear because chances are they know how to fix your problems and offer valuable insights like you never thought was possible. And no, not just the âmy laptop crashed, how do I fix it?â advice. Like, actual personal. self-growth stuff.Â
ENTP: âWe want whatâs best for societyâ Iâm an avid fan of Bill Maher (whom I believe to be an ENTP). And behind his sarcasm, cynicism, nihilism and foul mouth, a bottom line I always discern is that he is deeply bothered by the state of the world and wish we could all justâŠ..get our sh*t together, you know. This rings true for the average ENTP. They may act as though they donât care, but they are more often than not really disturbed by how mankind constantly sabotages itself on their way to a perceived Utopia and secretly wished they could set things straight and make sure all of us are happy and thriving together.Â
INFJ: âWe believe there is a logical solution to all of lifeâs problemsâ INFJs can often come off as too idealistic for their own good or detached from reality when in fact they know how to fix problems. They are as such lifeâs natural mechanics who know there is a way to fix everything or improve whatâs flawed. They are often dismissed unfortunately because their thinking is ahead of the times.Â
ENFJ: âWeâre actually funâ As all EJ types, ENFJs can appear at times too serious and controlling. Thatâs only because they have a work hard, play hard attitude which is usually associated with TJ types. ENFJs typically give in to the finer things life has to offer and want you to join them.Â
INFP: âDonât under-estimate usâ If you visit MBTI related sites on the internet, chances are you see lots of praises thrown their way. Yet, they always seem to be excluded as being competent in most areas of life such as business, care-taking, athletics etc. Every INFP knows they have the drive to make things happen and you best believe theyâll do it once they have gathered everything they need to do so.Â
ENFP: âWe actually thought of everythingâ Unicorns, shiny colored-bubbles, Star Wars fandom, incessant ramblingsâŠ. is often what one thinks the typical ENFP mind is made of. In reality they are much more attuned to whatâs happening in real time than people think. So much so, that they will spot what many of us miss and bring it to our attention. They may not be experts are tying up loose ends but sure are keen at spotting them. I know several ENFPs in white-collar types of business as they naturally get a grasp of all the information that is floating around and find a way to tie it all up together. Theyâll point out factors you dismissed and ask how you plan how tying them together, which can be a very humbling experience if youâre one of those âOn top of thingsâ people.Â
ISTJ: âYou mean something to usâ Despite their cold and aloof demeanor, if an ISTJ keeps you around in their lives despite you having cause them woes and setbacks, then thatâs because they really like you. If you were not worth it, Te would have called it quits a long time ago, but theyâre still there because you are much more valuable to them than they let it known. They see you as some type of pillar in their inner experience that needs to be kept around for reasons that are difficult even for them to understand. ISTJs tend to see themselves as âflawedâ in one way or another, so they can keep less-than-perfect people around them because they can step back easily and realize everyone has a broken side to them, so contrary to their high and mighty judgmental persona, they may actually very often believe âWho am I to judge?â
ESTJ: âWeâre only hard on you because we careâ I could practically copy/paste what I said about ENTJs here. if an ESTJ is being critical of you, itâs because they want to help and fix your shortcomings. If they donât do that, then theyâll instead want to be that person you can go to, to have fun, unwind and relax with. True to the âdrill sergeantâ stereotype, ESTJs do indeed have a hard time helping people without coming off as some sort of disciplinarian, but their motives are always pure in nature. If they tell you you need a good kick in the a** to get your life straight, it actually comes from a place of love as otherwise, they simply wouldnât bother.Â
ISFJ: âWe can be seriously assertiveâ Of all 16 types, ISFJ unfortunately seem to be portrayed as the ultimate doormats. They are soft, over-welcoming and self-sacrificing, often excusing, if not, enabling peopleâs negative behaviors because they love them. That is of course, very untrue. Hell hath no fury like an ISFJ crossed. They are very high standard people and if you violate said standards youâre in for a can of whoopass. Unlike what the stereotypes say, ISFJs are actually very independent, so if they decide they donât need you, you will indeed never hear from them ever again. Â
ESFJ: âWe thrive in the business worldâ So what are ESFJs good at? Baking cookies, organizing a secret party for Sheilaâs 40th birthday and of course, taking care of multiple kids. And yet, most ESFJs I know are big time corporate shots with a yearly salary that makes me rage with envy. Why? Because they are natural people persons who know how to navigate any kind of social system plus they have Si reliability and dutifulness. Along with being highly sensitive to how they are perceived by others, this creates the perfect storm for someone whoâs hungry to prove themselves to others and thrive in any setting they are thrust upon.Â
ISTP: âWe have a deep artistic sideâ ISTPs prefer you see them as very down-to-Earth people who fix any problem on a concrete/mechanical level. But Se is highly attuned with aesthetics and ISTPs therefore feel a need to express this. Whether it is painting, song-writing, playing an instrument, writing poetry, your average ISTP will find this uncontrollable need to express themselves in a way beyond simply fixing your car engine.Â
ESTPs: âWe will help you in your darkest hourâ. So anecdote⊠not once but twice in my life I told an ESTP type that I was going through financial difficulties and they offered me a handsome sum of money or even staying at their place as to help me get me back on my feet. I refused, of course, but this still speaks volume about the average ESTPâs character. When youâre down on your luck, they seem to have absolutely no problem sacrificing part of themselves to help you out. This definitely alleviates that hedonistic, manipulator image they often have going for them.Â
ISFP: âWe want you to love us for who we areâ Of all entries, this one seems to be the least surprising. But if you have an ISFP in your life, chances are they walk around like they couldnât care less what you think about them. But that isnât true. ISFPs are constantly torn between following their heart but at the same time, wanting you to support them in whatever it is they do or plan and when you donât. let alone cut them down, it is really hurtful to them. This is why you should always try to meet an ISFP halfway. Itâll help them grow as a person but also let them know that you care.Â
ESFP: âWe have no problem being leadersâ If you meet an ESFP in their early 20âs, then chances are they represent every stereotype known of them, being this fun loving party type without a care in the world. If you know a mature ESFP however, you may be surprised by how corporate, serious and strong willed they can be. Thatâs because Se/Te is a combination that is extremely keen on ambition and making things happen, which is why a mature ESFP may often come across as a stereotypical ENTJ (their shadow type). Do not take them lightly because their sense of realism is often unparalleled. Hell, I know some ESFPs who make your typical ENTJ come off as a day dreaming slacker by comparison. Â
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