A lot of articles talk about Fe users (FJ types) and how they use empathy, but there are far less articles that talk about the empathy of Fi-dominant types (the IFPs). IFPs are known for their empathy and compassion, but it tends to show itself in a way that’s a little different from the way…
Opposites often attract, there’s no doubt about it! We are naturally attracted to people with strengths and abilities that balance out our weaknesses. I see this with the relationships I come across in the Myers-Briggs® world as well. I’ve talked to probably hundreds of INFJs in relationships with ESTPs or ISTPs and numerous INFPs with ENTJs…
Have you ever discovered that one friend who seems to literally feel your hurts and pains as well as your joys and triumphs? While all people, even dominant thinking types, can empathize, ENFJs and INFJs have an especially uncanny ability to step into your shoes. To quote one of my favorite fictional INFJs, Atticus Finch,…
The holidays are a much anticipated time for many of us; some love the hustle and bustle of parties and family gatherings, others enjoy quiet wintry walks while gazing at colorful lights. Some people dread the holidays though, and it’s not hard to see why. Holiday gatherings and traditions can be draining and awkward for…
With the advent of free online “personality” tests, there are thousands of people who are being mistyped or who are confused by their type results. Numerous ESFPs are mistyped as ENFPs and many ESTPs are mistyped as ENTPs. A lot of the free online tests have an intuitive bias which makes it much more unlikely…
