in one of my classes we recently took a personality test called the myers-briggs. and it turns out that i am an INFP (introversion-intuition-feeling-perceiving). most of the things, i already knew, but i felt as though it may be beneficial for others to understand better how i am.
people with INFP preferences have a great deal of warmth, but may not show it until they know a person well. they are very faithful to duties and obligations related to ideas or people they care about. they take a very personal approach to life, judging everything by their inner ideals and personal values. (all of this very accurately describes me)
INFPs stick to their ideals with passionate conviction. although their inner loyalties and ideals govern their lives, they find these hard to talk about (this definitely just happened a few days ago). their inner tenderness is masked by a quiet reserve.
in everyday matters they are tolerant, open-minded, understanding, flexible, and adaptable. but if their inner loyalties are threatened, the will not give an inch. except for their work's sake, they have little wish to impress or dominate. the people they prize the most are those who take the time to understand their values and the goals they are working toward. (thus the reason my close friend count is kept at a minimum)
their main interest lies in seeing the possibilities beyond what is present, obvious, or known (hence my desire to go into a psychological field). they are twice as good when working at a job they believe in, since their feeling puts added energy behind their efforts. they want their work to contribute to something that matters to them--human understanding, happiness, or health. they want to have a purpose beyond their paycheck, no matter how big the check. they are perfectionists whenever they care deeply about something.
INFPs are curious about new ideas and tend to have insight and long-range vision. many are interested in books and language and are likely to have a gift of expression; with talent they may be excellent writers. they can be ingenious and persuasive on the subject of their enthusiasms, which are quiet but deep-rooted. they are often attracted to counseling, teaching, literature, art, science, or psychology (well, well, well).
the problem for some INFPs is that the may feel such a contrast between their ideals and their actually accomplishments that they burden themselves with a sense of inadequacy. this can happen even when, objectively, they are being as effective as others. it is important for them to use their intuition to find ways to express their ideals; otherwise they will keep dreaming of the impossible and accomplish very little. if they find no channel for expressing their ideals, INFPs may become overly sensitive and vulnerable, with dwindling confidence in life and in themselves (kyle has witnessed this first hand with me).
INFPs tend to be private in their enthusiasms and often enjoy artistic activities such as creative writing, playing music, keeping a journal, or taking photographs. their love of language may lead them to collect poems, quotes, and books. they generally prefer intimate, informal social encounters and dislike large conventional gatherings. although they have a strong need for time alone and personal expression of their leisure, they may neglect this because of overcommitment to work. other recreational possibilities for them include appreciating nature, visiting art museums, or attending films and performances.
so i think that if you know me in the least bit, you can totally see pretty much all of that. and if you don't know me at well...well that's me! i'm an INFP.
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