MTBI/INFJ

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most reflective
reflective, introspective,
quietly caring, creative,
eloquent speaker, eloquent writer,
visionary

Titles

messiah (Real MTBI)

characterized by the burning desire to change the world, which deperately needs everyone to be "NF" iNtuitive Feeling

sage (Fairytale archetype)

perhaps the heroes stumble upon them in a hidden wood or cabin. Either way, this quiet but caring elder will give the key to their journey

breakdown analysis by function

INFJ: Ni Fe Ti Se

The INFJ’s primary function is Ni. This function looks for connections and meaning, looking to converge on a single truth. They seek out patterns in the world, picking up subconscious feelings and information and synthesizing them. They see the symbolism behind things and seek out deeper truth than what is present on the surface. Even when they don’t have sufficient proof to back up their claims, they may just “feel” like something is true or right.

The INFJ’s primary function is introverted intuition, or Ni. This function looks for inner meaning, looking to converge on one single truth in a situation. When looking towards the future, they may brainstorm various possibilities, but it is all for the purpose of understanding what will actually come to be (not what could come to be). They are extremely future oriented and constantly ponder their long term vision of what they want the future to be and what they think it will be. Therefore, Ni-users are often stereotyped as being “psychic”. In reality, Ni-users are skilled at seeing the underlying themes or realities behind the surface, and can therefore understand situations with great depth (for example, understanding symbolism in a piece of literature). It is a convergent function that takes a singular topic or situation and goes into it, looking to understand its true essence. They see the symbolism behind things and seek out deeper truth than what is present on the surface. Even when they don’t have sufficient proof to back up their claims, they may just “feel” like something is true or right. In addition, being an introverted function, this analysis will mainly go on internally in the person’s head.

INFJ’s then have Fe as their auxiliary function. They are interested in how other people are feeling, good at empathizing and caring when other people are hurt, and sometimes confused about how they feel unless they talk to other people about it. They are sometimes seen as “extroverted introverts” since their Fe makes them interested in cultivating their relationships with close friends. They are very willing to help those around them and care about how they are doing. Although they may be more reserved about expressing their emotions than an extrovert, they like to discuss how they are feeling with others, and don’t like to process their emotions by themselves.

The INFJ’s auxiliary function is extroverted feeling, or Fe. This function has to do with group emotions and morality. Fe-users value the harmony of the group and try to make sure everyone is feeling good. They do not have a very clear view of their own feelings or beliefs outside the context of others. Therefore they often need to talk out their feelings with someone else, evaluate their feelings in the context of a group, or hear other people give their perspectives on a situation. They make emotional decisions based on how the group feels and what they value and feel extremely uncomfortable if there is disagreement in their social group. They see morality as something relatively universal, and therefore may come across as judgmental since they may place their moral judgements onto other peoples’ lives. They conform to group behavior, follow social norms, and understand and respect different societies’ culture and laws. However, this is not to say that all Fe-users are fine abandoning their personal beliefs in order to fit in with others. Merely they prefer to reach a group consensus and like the idea of maintaining harmony. In addition, they are much more dependent on affirmation from others and feel uncomfortable if someone disapproves of their behavior or dislikes them.

They then have Ti as their tertiary function. They are interested in theories, information for the sake of learning, and playing with ideas inside their heads. In a situation, they can identify logical flaws, analyze, and play with abstract concepts. It hones their judgements, bringing facts and logic to their beliefs about things. If underdeveloped, they may not feel comfortable using their Ti when it conflicts with what they have already decided through their Ni/Fe.

The INFJ’s tertiary function is introverted thinking, or Ti. They are interested in theories, information for the sake of learning, and playing with ideas inside their heads. In a situation, they can identify logical flaws, analyze, and play with abstract concepts. It hones their judgements, bringing facts and logic to their beliefs about things. Ti seeks to understand the world around them, becoming interested in various topics just for the sake of understanding, learning, and “conquering” the problem. They can ponder abstract theories for a lengthy amount of time without being bored. They can also identify the course of action that they consider the most rational (although they may not act on it if it conflicts with their gut feeling—Ni—or encroaches on group values—Fe).

The inferior function can have unexpected influences on personality. Usually they will be uncomfortable with this function and may avoid using it as much as they can. However, especially in times of stress, we can become overly indulgent and obsessive with our inferior functions. The INFJ’s inferior function is Se. This means that in general, INFJ’s are uncomfortable interacting with the outer world. They may go through life in a dreamlike state, finding it difficult to feel that they are really existing in the here and now, and may find themselves being uncoordinated or bad with sports. When INFJ’s do employ their Se, it may be in an unhealthy way, overindulging in material sensations. They may go to sensations such as partying or drugs and over-indulge these in times of extreme distress.

The INFJ’s inferior function is extroverted sensing, or Se. This means that in general, INFJ’s are uncomfortable interacting with the physical world of extroverted sensing. They may go through life in a dreamlike state, finding it difficult to feel that they are really existing in the here and now. They do not need to “learn by doing”, instead being perfectly capable of understanding new concepts theoretically, simply in their minds. In fact, they prefer looking at situations and concepts as theoretical, instead of focusing on the tangible details of what is in front of them. They may have limited coordination, and generally dislike or aren’t as talented at sensory experiences like sports. When INFJ’s do employ their Se, it may be in an unhealthy way, overindulging in material sensations. You may see unhealthy INFJ’s partying, drinking, and indulging in sex irrationally (and they may have a deep down desire to fulfill this persona, although it doesn’t reflect their true personality).