The Evil Versions of Every Myers-Briggs® Personality Type
When it comes to personality type, most of the time I try to write about the potential and positive characteristics of each individual. However, there are healthy and unhealthy versions of each Myers-Briggs® type. Just having a personality type doesn’t automatically mean you’ll use your gifts in a positive way. For example, Mahatma Gandhi is a healthy INFJ. He was empathetic, compassionate, and visionary. Adolph Hitler is also rumored to have been an INFJ. He was destructive, hateful, and an ego-maniac.
Environment, upbringing, and life choices can change how you use what you’ve been given. Each and every Myers-Briggs® personality type is capable of amazing things and terrible things, depending on how they choose to use what they’ve been given.
Table of contents
- Disclaimer:
- You will probably not relate to these type descriptions!!!
- The Introverted Thinking Types
- The Extraverted Thinking Types
- The Introverted Feeling Types
- The Extraverted Feeling Types
- The Introverted Intuitive Types
- The Extraverted Intuitive Types
- The Introverted Sensing Types
- The Extraverted Sensing Types
Estimated reading time: 18 minutes
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Disclaimer:
You will probably not relate to these type descriptions!!!
These descriptions describe some of the worst versions of each type. They do not describe the average or healthy versions of each type.
You can also check out this video for a quick look at the worst versions of each personality type:
The Introverted Thinking Types
The Evil ISTP
Extremely unhealthy ISTPs are cold, self-destructive, and indulgent. They can be ruthlessly logical, but in pursuit of their own pleasure and at the expense of anyone who gets in their way. They ignore their moral compass and have no concern for the welfare or feelings of others. They keep to themselves and scorn attachments to other individuals. Their goal is to seek pleasure or get ahead, even if it harms themselves or others in the process. They are often calculating and selfish, easily angered by anyone who seeks a foothold in their life. Evil ISTPs can be the perfect mercenaries, using their hands-on skills to find wealth or sensory experience, even if it means destroying another life.
Healthy ISTPs: Healthy ISTPs are independent, analytical, and fiercely objective. They are excellent problem-solvers and they have an easy-going “live and let live” mentality. They are realistic and honest, easily seeing past facades and bravado. They may not be very expressive about their feelings, but they will seek to give everyone around them the freedom to live their lives as they see fit.
Related: Discover Your Superpower Based On Your Myers-Briggs® Personality Type
The Evil INTP
Evil INTPs are haughty, careless, and so absorbed in their own world and ideas that they ignore and neglect the people that depend on them. They look down on “the mass” for being less intellectual or enlightened than they are. They avoid responsibilities and ignore loved ones, drifting into their own isolated worlds. Anyone who tries to reach out or connect with them is shunned or treated with silent passive aggression. To the unhealthy INTP, people are tools to experiment with rather than individuals to be respected. They may even toy with people just to see what happens; using them like objects to use and cast aside. Harsh words are often spoken by them, but they care little about the emotional impact of those words. Their lives and wishes revolve around being left alone to tinker and experiment.
Healthy INTPs are curious, creative, and logical. They are open-minded towards others and are driven to explore theoretical concepts in great depth. They are objective, fair, and non-judgmental. The healthy INTP thinks outside the box, forms innovative connections, and is an excellent problem solver. They balance careful logic with a quiet concern for the feelings of others.
Related: The Board Game You Will Dominate Based On Your Myers-Briggs® Personality Type
The Extraverted Thinking Types
The Evil ESTJ
Destructive ESTJs are dictatorial, aggressive, and controlling. They believe that they know what’s best for everyone and that their way is the only way. They disregard the feelings and values of other people in order to stay loyal to their own rigid views. They push forward to achieve their goals, but instead of taking time to reflect on their decisions, they steamroll over everyone in their path. They are aggressive in pursuit of their goals, and stubborn about their viewpoints. They will overlook the moral implications of their decisions, feeling that “the end justifies the means.” They may be loyal to a corrupt system or authority and suppress anyone who stands against that authority or questions it. They trust their own personal experience and disregard the personal experiences of others. They scoff at the emotions and values of others while they allow themselves to have their own temper tantrums and emotional overreactions.
Healthy ESTJs: Healthy ESTJs are hard-working, trustworthy, and loyal. They see the world logically and push themselves to live up to a high standard. They don’t ask other people to do things they wouldn’t do themselves, and they uphold traditions they see as morally right and effective. They are intellectual, practical, and usually outgoing. They are very supportive of their communities and families and want to make the world a better place.
Related: Understanding ESTJ Thinking
The Evil ENTJ
Destructive ENTJs are dominating, aggressive, and quick-tempered. They have a clear vision for the future and will force everyone to follow their vision, caring little for other people’s perspectives and views. They have fiery tempers and can be intimidating bullies, using their quick wits and cold hard logic as a weapon to humiliate and silence their opponents. They will consider themselves above emotions and subjective feelings but will become temperamental and wallow in self-pity when things don’t go their way. They consider the feelings and values of others trivial or silly and they are exceedingly proud of their logical “superiority.” They like to control other people and enjoy using their intuitive perceptions as a way to play mean tricks on others. Domination is a game to them, and they are increasingly power-hungry as they become more and more unhealthy.
Healthy ENTJs are objective, hard-working, and balance their vision and planning with a strong sense of integrity. They are honest and productive, always pushing themselves to a higher standard. They don’t ask other people to do work they wouldn’t do themselves, and they are intensely loyal and dedicated to the people they love. They have a clear vision for the future and take time to reflect on their decisions before coming up with an effective plan.
Related: 10 Things You Should Never Say to an ENTJ
The Introverted Feeling Types
The Evil ISFP
Destructive ISFPs are self-serving, judgmental, and indulgent. They are easily lost in self-pity and bitterness over numerous perceived or misunderstood slights. They will go from stages of passive-aggressive coldness to stages of self-righteous indignation. They live for the present moment and can be exceedingly reckless because of their blindness to consequences. They have an indulgent streak and may overeat, over-shop, drink too much or seek pleasure without thought for how it might impact themselves or others. They are easily angered by people who don’t understand their intense emotional reactions, even though they never actually verbalize them. They are not swayed by logical arguments or reasonable discussion; everyone they allow into their life is at the mercy of their subjective value judgments They may decide to shut people out entirely if they can’t get complete approval.
Healthy ISFPs: Healthy ISFPs are independent, empathetic, and deeply compassionate. They care immensely for others and are driven by a strong moral code. They constantly ask themselves if something is right or wrong, and do whatever they can to adhere to their values. They seek beauty, meaning, and experience and are slow to judge other people. They try to balance their feelings with logical consideration and reflection.
Related: Which Famous Artist Has Your Myers-Briggs® Personality Type
The Evil INFP
Destructive INFPs are self-absorbed, self-righteous, and waver between being passive and extremely judgmental. They enjoy living in their fantasies but care little for the practical realities of daily life. They may neglect their loved ones and family members and instead choose to live in a world of their own making. In essence, they abandon everyone who holds them dear. They may consider themselves more morally superior or righteous than others, married to their idealism to such an extent that any and everyone in the real world seems flawed and disappointing. They may retreat from the world and silently judge everyone they see. Over time, they may become increasingly harsh and condemning of people in their lives. They may become so obsessed with their own ideals and fantasies that they shun or berate anyone who tries to find a way into their hearts.
Healthy INFPs are extremely empathetic, gentle, and compassionate individuals. They care for the persecuted and marginalized people of the world and strive to help them. They are honest and driven by their morals to live a life that adheres to their values. They are creative and insightful, slow to judge others yet holding themselves to a high standard.
Related: Understanding INFP Feeling
The Extraverted Feeling Types
The Evil ESFJ
Destructive ESFJs are manipulative, controlling, and prone to gossip. They adopt the beliefs of the people around them and bully anyone who lies outside of that value system. They may enjoy spreading rumors if it allows them to gain approval from authority. They are the stereotypical “teacher’s pets,” constantly seeking praise from the people they respect. They will have pity parties for themselves whenever they don’t get the praise they were expecting. They may be passive-aggressive, two-faced, and dishonest. Anyone who doesn’t believe in their traditionally accepted views is mocked, ridiculed, or gaslighted. They need attention and approval constantly from the people in their lives and will become easily angered over any perceived slight or anything that takes the place of their attention. They will berate anyone who doesn’t follow “the rules” even if those rules are corrupt.
Healthy ESFJs: Healthy ESFJs are empathetic, compassionate, and hard-working. They easily relate to other people and do what they can to make them feel understood and accepted. They are practical and hands-on in their communities, eager to improve the lives of others. They are honest and boundless in their generosity and care for others.
Related: Understanding ESFJ Feeling
The Evil ENFJ
Destructive ENFJs are dramatic, overbearing, and manipulative. They like to influence and push people to conform to their opinions and “vision.” Their way is always the best way, and anyone who disregards their “friendly” advice is treated with passive-aggressive bullying. The evil ENFJ respects rank and authority, and treats those in authority with respect and eager attentiveness while looking down on people they believe are less sophisticated than themselves. They share other people’s secrets without remorse and kiss up to anyone who can help them to advance their vision or idea for the future. They can seem incredibly kind and exuberant in person and then ridicule and mock you to others when you aren’t around.
Healthy ENFJs are intensely compassionate, empathetic, and hard-working. They believe in devoting their lives to the advancement of their fellow men and they strive to encourage and uplift anyone in their path. They are warm, generous, and understanding. They know how to inspire people to live up to their fullest potential and are careful not to be pushy or controlling with the people in their lives.
Related: How ENFJs Handle Conflict
The Introverted Intuitive Types
The Evil INTJ
The destructive INTJ is cold, arrogant, and controlling. They are contemptuous and condescending to anyone who doesn’t value their same vision or sense of logic. They may even enjoy putting other people down, making sarcastic jabs, or otherwise belittling them. They consider themselves above others, more enlightened or intelligent than the rest of humanity. They believe their vision and forecast of the future is always right, and they stubbornly hold to their perception without opening their mind to other viewpoints. They are agitated and vindictive with anyone who critiques or gives another view that contradicts their own. Destructive INTJs may seclude themselves from the rest of the world because they are so disappointed in their fellow man. If they don’t do this, they may try to micro-manage and overly control the people in their own lives, forcing them to obey a strict set of commands. If they have a corrupt vision, they may be swift and terrifyingly effective at creating plans that are disastrous for the good of humanity.
The healthy INTJ is visionary, innovative, and intensely logical. They balance their strong sense of reason with an inner moral code and integrity that keeps them honest, loyal, and considerate. They believe in following their vision for the future, but also following their conscience, and improving systems and the world.
Related: Understanding INTJ Intuition
The Evil INFJ
The destructive INFJ is manipulative, scheming, and self-righteous. Above all, they seek to fulfill their vision for the future. They will go to any lengths to reach this vision, even if it means deceit, underhanded deals, and trickery. They justify what they do because in their mind “the end justifies the means.” They often consider themselves better and more broad-minded than others and thus conclude that any input from the outside world is silly and shallow. They live in their own subjective fantasy world and stop attributing value to human interactions. People are to be used to reach their end goal. If they hurt people along the way they’ll try to stifle any sense of guilt they might feel. They will try to escape those people so they don’t have to actually confront their own wrongdoings. In their close relationships, they may be passive-aggressive, using people’s faults and shortcomings against them as blackmail. When faced with their errors, they may fall into self-pity or else shut people out of their life who don’t show them complete approval.
The healthy INFJ is empathetic, contemplative, and visionary. They believe in treating everyone around them with kindness and respect and they long to change the world for the better. They have uncanny insights into how things will play out in the future and have a knack for seeing patterns and trends. They care deeply about the betterment of society.
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Related: The 5 Biggest Misconceptions About INFJs
The Extraverted Intuitive Types
The Evil ENTP
The destructive ENTP is arrogant, dishonest, and self-centered. They live in a constant haze of ideas, and while this alone isn’t bad, the destructive ENTP will go to any lengths to chase those ideas. They may lie, trick, or steal from individuals in an effort to get what they need to achieve their next goal. They may also enjoy toying with people just to see what happens. Trolling is “good fun” to the destructive ENTP, and they care little about the emotional pain they inflict on others. They are unreliable and undependable, abandoning loved ones as they follow after their ever-changing whims. To the person who shows interest in their plans, the ENTP is a charming and good-hearted friend. However, the minute that person rejects an idea the ENTP may discriminate, mock, or bully this same person.
The healthy ENTP is innovative, objective, and imaginative. They are endlessly creative, coming up with idea after idea that they want to see achieved. They balance this creativity with a strong sense of logic and reason. They have big ideas and dreams not just for themselves, but for the world as a whole. They are friendly and enjoy solving problems for their friends and loved ones.
Related: The Leadership Styles of Every Myers-Briggs® Personality Type
The Evil ENFP
The destructive ENFP is manipulative, self-absorbed, and disloyal. They believe the world revolves around them and their interests and ideas. They only care about others in terms of how much they can get out of them. They jump from one idea or relationship to the next, flaking on plans and shirking responsibilities without a second thought. Inspiration and stimulation become everything to unhealthy ENFPs, and they will try to attain it by any means, even if it means deceit or immoral acts. They are so sure of their own visions that they lash out at anyone who opposes them or questions their abilities. They forget their own body’s requirements and may become increasingly self-destructive as they ignore their health and nutritional needs.
The healthy ENFP is empathetic, imaginative, and innovative. They enjoy inspiring people and showing them all the amazing possibilities the world can provide. They are responsible for their relationships and selfless in their concern for others. They enjoy sticking up for people who are hurting, and they want to find innovative ways to improve the future for the next generation. They are friendly, open-minded, and enthusiastic.
Related: Understanding ENFP Intuition
The Introverted Sensing Types
The Evil ISTJ
Destructive ISTJs want to exert control over the outside world and make it conform to their routine or set of principles. Their own security trumps the welfare of all, and they may suppress people who they perceive as threats, even if those people are completely harmless. Usually, these ISTJs have been raised in a corrupt family or societal system. They accept the unethical traditions and values they have been raised with without question, and have no problem forcing others to accept those same principles. Any questions, skepticism, or form of rebellion is instantly distinguished. They have no empathy for anyone’s emotions, ideas, or welfare outside of their own. There is only one right way to do things and that is their way or the way of their authority figure. They will be harsh, aloof, and attentive to any detail or act of defiance that falls outside of their established routine.
Healthy ISTJs: Healthy ISTJs are responsible, trustworthy, and loyal. They are hard workers who are supportive of their families and communities. They have strong values and morals that they strive to adhere to, and they don’t ask anything of others that they wouldn’t do themselves. They are detail-oriented, practical, and down-to-earth. Underneath their private, serious demeanor they often have an offbeat sense of humor and a genuinely compassionate heart.
Related: Understanding ISTJ Sensing
The Evil ISFJ
Destructive ISFJs believe everyone must instantly conform to the traditions and values they’ve accepted as their own. They may seem friendly at first, but underneath their soft-spoken demeanor, they are manipulative and passive-aggressive. If you rebel against tradition or interrupt their practiced routine, they will shut you out of their life without a second thought or find underhanded ways to get you demoted or punished. They do nice things for people simply for validation and praise and are hateful when they don’t receive the praise they were expecting. When people question them, they will retreat into self-pity and impose guilt trips. They are hard workers, relentless in their sense of duty, even if that duty is to a corrupt power structure or societal construct.
Healthy ISFJs: Healthy ISFJs are practical, compassionate, and down-to-earth. They are extremely protective and generous individuals who go out of their way to take care of their families and communities. They strive to be patient, loyal, and honest. They truly adhere to the golden rule; “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”.
Related: The Childhood Struggles of ISFJs
The Extraverted Sensing Types
The Evil ESTP
Evil ESTPs seek thrills, opportunities, and pleasure at the expense of any and everyone who gets in their way. They are excellent manipulators, who take no issue with swindling, cheating, or lying to get what they want. They have no concern for the feelings and values of other people and stifle any moral considerations that enter their minds. Life is for taking advantage of, living to the fullest, and exploiting, even if it means leaving a trail of broken hearts and bullied souls in their wake. Unhealthy ESTPs get a thrill out of negative or positive attention and may enjoy bullying or annoying other individuals simply for the rush it gives them. They can be reckless, dangerously impulsive, and hedonistic.
Healthy ESTPs are optimistic, friendly, and intensely practical. They balance a love of real-world experience with an analytical, objective mindset. They enjoy making other people smile and laugh and love to experience all the sights, sounds, smells and tastes that the world has to offer. They enjoy showing people a good time, solving problems, and taking advantage of smart opportunities.
Related: 5 Ways to Annoy an ESTP
The Evil ESFP
Destructive ESFPs seek attention and sensation at all costs. They are impulsive, vain, and self-absorbed. They dislike anything or anyone that might upstage them, and they will be passive-aggressive to anyone who they feel might steal their spotlight. Their subjective emotions rule their lives, and logical arguments or constructive criticism are dramatically shunned. One minute they will be madly in love, the next minute they will ditch their partners or cheat on them because they feel trapped. They jump from one exciting thrill to another without concern for the people they affect along the way.
Healthy ESFPs are authentic, compassionate, and lively. They love to make people smile and laugh and are driven to adhere to their values and stand up for a cause they believe in. They often love animals and children and try to care for the less fortunate. They enjoy bringing joy to the world and experiencing and relishing each moment for all the beauty it contains.
Related: 10 Things You Should Never Say to an ESFP
What Are Your Thoughts?
Almost anyone you meet will not fit these descriptions. These descriptions go into detail about how each type can use its cognitive functions and natural processes in a negative or unhealthy way that is destructive to the people around them. Do you have any thoughts to add? Share with our readers in the comments!
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Psychological Types (The Collected Works of C. G. Jung, Vol. 6) (Bollingen Series XX)
Depth Typology – The Guide Map to Becoming Who We Are by Mark Hunziker
My True Type – by A.J. Drenth
Was That Really Me? How Everyday Stress Brings Out Our Hidden Personality by Naomi Quenk
Although I’m not a Russian, but I’m sick of hearing Putin being portrayed as corrupt/evil. The only reason Putin is corrupt is because of the western media portrayal of Putin as a dictatorial villain. This is sad to hear, but most people in Russia does not hate Putin.
I think the reason why Putin is hated is because he is Russian/USSR. In my country, most people think communism is a no no (although they don’t realize that our current government practice communism to some extent). It is a stupid policy from former government that ingrained in my country, because our former government aligned with western
I do relate to some of the types estj , the two nfps and a little bit of entp.
I see this as a potentially great resource for writing villains. Thanks!
I find it interesting that you put Yasser Arafat into a corrupt category. Not sure what your arguments are, so would you care to elaborate?
That was actually a mistake. I took him off the corrupt category! I am very sorry about that.
Great – but what to do if you find yourself of the negative type??? For instance ENFP manipulative and self absorbed! At times I have felt this – how do you turn it back round to healthy ENFP??? Great article but It needs self help too within it or else how can people change their behaviours that they recognise!
OMG what a mistaken article. Wrong types – Hitler, Stalin and many others. And choice good/evil – simple code – America and alies are all goods and every opposite of them are evil.
Wtf is with listing a bunch of US enemy politicians as the ‘corrupt’ versions of the types and US politicians, businessmen, or other favorites as the ‘healthy’ version. Impossible to take the article seriously with that transparently biased nonsense.
Unimpressed INTP.
I find this to be very accurate, as I can see parts of myself that relate to both the healthy and destructive INFP types. Also, I now know why I empathize with the Phantom so much!
Malcolm X is a perfect example of an Unhealthy ESTP transforming himself into a healthy one. Kudos for that mention; many people write him off in the pages of history.
I can suggest some more examples for destructive/corrupt individuals,both real and fictional.
ENFJ-Joseph Goebbels.
ENFP-Fidel Castro, Hugo Chavez
ENTP-(fictional) Joker in Batman
INFJ-Mohammed Atta, Ayatollah Khomeini, Seung-Hui Cho, Robert Mugabe plus (fictional): Magneto in X-Men ,Darth Vader in Star Wars, Penguin in Batman, Dawn Bellwether in Zootopia, Professor Callahan in Big Hero 6
INTJ-Karl Marx, Anders Breivik plus (fictional): Scar in Lion king, Shere Khan in Jungle Book, King Candy in Wreck-it Ralph, Syndrome in Incredibles, Bane in Dark Knight Rises
ESTP-Marquis de Sade plus (fictional): Gaston in Beauty and the Beast
ESTJ-(fictional) Inspector Javert in Les Miserables,the nurse in One Flew over the Cuckoo’s nest, the headmistress in Matilda and Judge Claude Frollo in Hunchback of Notre Dame
ENTJ-(fictional) the warden in Shawshank Redemption, the billionaire in Other Side of Midnight along with some Disney villains Wicked Queen (Snow White), Lady Tremaine (Cinderella), Jafar (Aladdin) and Mother Gothel (Tangled)
ISTJ-Richard Nixon
ISFJ-Francisco Franco
Also another evil fictional INTJ- Maleficent (Sleeping beauty)
These descriptions are good and helpful when it comes to understanding both sides of any given MBTI type. However, what I find most interesting are the examples. It’s obvious that good and bad are subjective, someone’s hero is someone else’s demon. Gandhi may have done a lot of good, but he was also a racist and had the habit of sleeping with under-age girls (just sleep, mind you, and why he did it is open to debate). Mother Teresa, instead of truly trying to heal people, was deeply moved by the idea of suffering and, although having helped countless poor people, may not have tried as hard as she could because of her deeply set religious values. Thatcher is still loved by many Brits, and deeply hated by many others who think that in another setting she might have been a cruel dictator like any of those who made it to the unhealthy list. I also wonder about how different this list would have been if the nazis had won the war and we’d been under their influence for the past 70 years. They’d now be lauded as the healthy ones, but would most people have adapted to their values and truly believe it or would most retain the ability to see them as dictators and mass murderers?
FYI, I’m INTP, I do see 25 sides to each coin and like speculating. 🙂
You’ve helped me come to terms with typing my narcissistic mother. ESFP seems a likely fit for her, as she always seeks attention and thrills but won’t give a second thought to ditching guys she flirts with if they don’t suit her own needs. i’ve always despised her for manipulating people or committing thievery. Plus, she never had any affinity or interest for the abstract.
The part on INFP, i can partially relate to. But i am growing out of the darkness that held me back.
It was a good read Susan 🙂
Thank you Kaven! I’m very sorry you’ve had to live with that from your mother, that must be really difficult! As an INFP I know manipulation like that is something that probably really violates your values. I hope things improve with time! I appreciate your feedback! 🙂
I’ve also wondered what type my narcissistic mother was and this fits well. She was a Leo. I’m also an INFP. Her lack of true caring and making me feel like I am a peculiar person had a bad effect on me but I’m healing well from it now. Like you, I noticed she was very uncomfortable anytime I ever talked about an abstract topic.
A really creative article but am very curious as to how you got hold of the assessment data for Joseph Stalin, Lenin, Adolph, Heinrich Idi, Darth?????
When did Winston Churchill become a good guy?
Erich von Manstein was not evil, nor was he in any way corrupt. Winston Churchill himself helped to get this German General released from prison after world war two, and did so successfully as he was wrongfully imprisoned. He was honorable and a patriot. Labeling him as ‘corrupt’ is ignorant and dishonorable, and proves your absolute lack of knowledge of the subject.
Such great material for any fiction writer who is character building and seeking to arc the progress of the character into a better version of themselves. Should be taught at writer conferences! Thanks for these descriptions. Its very difficult to imagine a character type that is truly different from self. Glad I found this.
I live with a destructive INTP where the description of the destructive fits him by about 90% to any suggestions on how to turn him into a constructive INTP?
Loved this article! Ever since I discovered the Myers-Briggs personality types, I’ve been fascinated with their accuracy and utility. I’ve been using them to help me create more realistic characters (I’m a fiction writer) and this article’s definitely going to help me a lot. It gave me a lot to think about my characters. Thank you for sharing!
Critical descriptions of Mother Teresa portray her quite close to your description of destructive ISFJ.
As an INFP I feel like my “evil” side is a lot closer to the destructive INTP and INFJ characteristics blended together (to be fair I was almost evenly split between T/F and P/J the last time I took the test, so maybe I’m not a “typical” example). All the INFPs I know can be manipulative AF…we’re just so subtle about it you’ll never know until we have what we want and it’s too late ?
That’s so cute… You adorable little machiavellian you! :3
Jeez, a bit harsh on the INTP bit. I’d say those are just descriptions of how INTPs fear coming off as under stress despite genuinely wanting to connect more with people. The destructive INTP would take those passive behaviors a step further and actively drive people away with Fe manipulation or their shadow Te to force their ideas upon other people. They would make openly aggressive attacks on how other people think or feel.
These are actually based on stereotypes. I read the INTP one and almost laughed. It’s not hard to make stereotypical aasumptions. Everyone can do it. The point is to get out from the stereotype holes and actually make an effort to understand people. The whole concept of INTPS being cold, uncaring jerks is one of the most superficial stereotypes, even about their evil side. I’m pretty sure those who claim and suppport it have never even bothered studying and understanding INTPS, especially web ‘psychology experts’. No offense to the writer, merely mentioning the flaws of this system.
Yay, you used the correct word – extravert is the proper terminology, not extrovert!
I am an ENFP and I have a very serious case of Bordeline Peronality Disorder which, at 42 years old, I’m not sure can be treated. This post has been very helpful with respect to certain qualities within myself that I don’t see clearly or fully understand, but feel like people respond to. I am very grateful for this, because this clarity might help me to work on what I need to change to find true happiness and fulfilling relationships in my life. It has been a very lonely journey.
Thank you for posting this.
Good Luck and I wish you all the best stranger.
I agree entirely with the destructive INTP description. That is exactly how I am living right now.
Thank you thank you I am so grateful for this it has help me clarify my cognitive functions . when I read the negative version of the infp it hit me I recognized that this is what i do and the enfp but not as much. I have Ben off courses for years and now have something to use as a guide to get back on track. again thinks for writing these posts.
Thank you for writing this post , it has helped me to narrow down my cognitive functions. When I read the negative version of the INFP something clicked in me and recognized that i really do this . I also relate to the enfp one though not as much.I have ben off course for years and have ben looking for a way back on course and now I realize can use these functions as a guide , by improving my FI and NE functions. Thank you
Misanthrope intj is evil seeming by their callous bluntness.
We are not trying to be super villains.. Though we’ve pondered it and planned it out many ways.
Good post, usually everyone only writes about positive traits and telling every type they are perfect while neglecting the fact that everyone also has negative traits.
Intp here.
Interesting! I believe that we are all born as the “evil versions” of our personality types and need divine intervention to become the “healthy versions” of ourselves (more like God). I have thoroughly studied many -ologies (still love psychology and typology!), systems, etc. and I’ve discovered that we cannot educate or actualize ourselves out of our own sinful nature into self-improvement without God’s makeover grace. Only Jesus saves us from our evil selves. Those who have been “saved” are learning to become more like the healthy versions of how God created us to be (mini versions of Him filtered through our created personality). Any goodness visible in us is a gift from God (that came through someone praying extensively and intensively for us to receive it).
Then Jesus went to work on His disciples. “Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead. You’re not in the driver’s seat; I am. Don’t run from suffering; embrace it. Follow me and I’ll show you how. Self-help is no help at all. Self-sacrifice is the way, my way, to finding yourself, your true self. What kind of deal is it to get everything you want but lose yourself? What could you ever trade your soul for?” (Matthew 16:24-26 MSG)
Psalms 51:5-6 NLT
For I was born a sinner— yes, from the moment my mother conceived me. But you desire honesty from the womb, teaching me wisdom even there.
Ephesians 4:24 NLT
Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.
Colossians 3:1-15 NLT
Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God. And when Christ, who is your life, is revealed to the whole world, you will share in all his glory.
So put to death the sinful, earthly things lurking within you. Have nothing to do with sexual immorality, impurity, lust, and evil desires. Don’t be greedy, for a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world. Because of these sins, the anger of God is coming.
You used to do these things when your life was still part of this world. But now is the time to get rid of anger, rage, malicious behavior, slander, and dirty language. Don’t lie to each other, for you have stripped off your old sinful nature and all its wicked deeds.
Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like him.
In this new life, it doesn’t matter if you are a Jew or a Gentile, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbaric, uncivilized, slave, or free. Christ is all that matters, and he lives in all of us. Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.
Philippians 1:3-6 NLT
Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy, for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from the time you first heard it until now. And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.
wtf
To Jara– Well said! Very articulate 🙂
And the Church said Amen. Very beautiful!
I’d like to say thank you to Jara for commenting with the use of scripture and for speaking of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This type of zeal is rarely found on secular website & I believe a reason for that could be the fear of ridicule. So Jara, thank you for added encouragement and inspiring me to do the same when I feel led to do so. ????
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes…” Romans 1:16 ESV
Brilliantly stated. I could not agree more!
Yes
Are we completely shew God is using the same classification code?
Ephesians 10.13 might mean, after the Big Bang switch in vacuum
As an INTP, I pretty much agree with your description except the passive-aggressive part. Just speaking for myself, I have a core honesty that refuses to play games. It’s an essential principle because without it I believe I wouldn’t have a self. Do any INTPs agree, or disagree?
I have vacillated between INTP/ENTP most of my life. The author is pretty close on destructive ENTP issues, I can see a few of those in me in from my worst days. But you are also right, it’s the honesty factor, like a freaking ship anchor that always pulled me back from tricks for kicks. I was never a mean prankster, my kicks weren’t to make anyone cry but to shock – then we all laugh together, not at anyone – but together. We mostly did! The thing was, I always had to have a confidante on the tricks, the pranks were no fun unless I could tell someone I admired about my plan, strategy, AND the outcome. That’s the whole point, I was showcasing in my little experiment that I could both cause a social scenario to roll out a certain way and predict the responses. Despite all of this, I loathed drama llamas, I wanted fun. I loved pranking teachers, principals, and authority figures. Loved challenging them openly. The few times I was almost busted, I managed to just slip through their fingers. I loathe arbitrary systems, I have plans to fix those but no one will listen to me, lol.
I hate to break It to all of you, but The author of this article is clearly a fraud. I’m not even going to waste my time listing Out a dozen reasons why I know this to be a fact I will just give you one and that should suffice. She claims to be a certified In the Myers Briggs testing, but she clearly Is not even remotely familiar with the personality types. So tell me how is it that you know that Hitler is an I NFJ? Did you get your hands on his test? The only way you can identify a personality type is through is it an extensive test that asks dozens and dozens of specific questions those questions are then complicated and determine what personality type you are. You cannot look at somebody and how they act and then make an opinion on their personality type that is contrary to the systems procedures. The idea that a hateful bigoted murderer could be an INFJ Is contrary to the definition put forth by Myers Briggs. This is shameful and you should, as the author, remove this fraudulent article.
Hahaha the hitler type kind of makes sense doesnt. Infj tries to take over the world and goes nuts along the way with paranoia. Sounds about right lol!
accurate.
Destructive ISFP reads article.
“Well, I’m obviously NOT an ISFP then! Screw you, PJ!”
Storms off to wash down 3lbs of Ben & Jerry’s with a pint of gin…
Hello Susan.
An excellent summary of the healthy and unhealthy versions of each type.
May I request permission to reproduce some of the material here, in abbreviated form (for non-commercial purposes)?
Regards.
That’s fine! Thanks for asking!
Destructive INTP reads article:
“I recognise that this is an accurate description of myself, however, as an INTP, I don’t really care.”
*Stays up all night chain smoking and drinking because they actually *do* care.*
This is a great article! As a storywriter, I’m trying to create an ISFP villain, and I think this has helped me a lot with how to write their perspective and feelings out.
This reads like the ravings of an insane cult.
As an INFP, when I spend too much time in my imaginary world I’m totally the above description! Like, this was eerily accurate. Spending so much time in quarantine definitely brought out the destructive INFP in me! I barely trust anyone, anytime.
Like I told my shrink: 1 out 3 people in my county voted for that orange (naughty word), so how can I trust 1 out of 3 drivers on the road?, After all, they’re living without common sense or a conscious, so why not ram one next time I see a ‘let’s go Brandon’ bumpersticker!?!
FYI: I gave up driving because I realize my thinking and rationalizing is not acceptable or safe for others (and myself) !
*conscience, not conscious
As an INFP i can definitely agree with the statement
(the bad INFP’s kinda sounds like hitler tbh)
Edit I just read the top and it says he was an INFJ so i guess that makes sense seeing as it’s close
Circumstances, may play a role in these ‘types’ of people. As I think of the types of personalities I find that like minded people tend to get bored with each other. As well, a traumatic experience can cause a difference in personality. However belief systems an individual makes can change one from a prominent personality to a more positive personality or similar to the one they believe in. For example a person who believes in Jesus Christ will try to follow His ways. Selfish tendencies are no longer the norms for such an individual for now they try to follow an unselfish path. In knowing Jesus Christ personally through a moral compass (Holy Spirit) the individual tends to correct the selfish path and decides to turn to the path sat by whom he/she follows. This is a change chosen by the individual and continues to a difficult yet rewarding path. This means it is possible to change a personality trait that one may have depended on to survive their surroundings. I can see my own mistakes in these personality traits good or bad. As well anyone I have ever known could be ‘judged’ and slotted into these traits. The Human brain is so complex, it would be to easy to stereo type too quickly in these slots in order for a psychologist to begin therapy, but I believe that is what is wrong with psychology. The assumption that one can not change whatever personality type they are settled in. Management of these traits are set and drugs are given and hopefully serotonin levels are increased in example. Every person has a reason why they continue in a pattern and can’t figure out why. Rather it is Pride or just plain selfish behavior, drugs or stereo typing their personality will not help.
It is a change that every individual must decide to choose.
Either you turn to Jesus Christ and His narrow path and guidance or you choose the wider path of self serving pride.
I didn’t say religion because following Jesus Christ is not ritual. It is a path that Jesus selflessly died for man to have a choice. All these traits mentioned here that are either positive or negative personalities can be considered true however changed. It’s a choice and not a matter of I was born this way. You don’t have to stay that way. Seek who Jesus was from the Bible. Talk to him, ask Him to reveal Himself. And His plans for you. Or don’t seek Him and take the easy wide path and never know Him. A psychologist will try to help you.