The rare problem-solving personality type, making up only 2% of the total population,
the INTJ is known for their stereotypical mysteriousness and intelligence.
While they may seem cold on the outside, this secretly emotional type chooses knowledge
over deep connections, but what about them makes them too secretive?
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Number 1: They’re much more emotional than they seem
Although INTJs have the well-known stereotypes of being overly logical, cold and even robotic,
this introverted personality type is more intune with their emotions than they may seem.
In fact, it’s not that the INTJ struggles to feel emotion, it’s that they just don’t
always use their emotions or the emotion of others as rational evidence when making decisions
and judgement calls in life.
Instead, they rather keep their emotions to themselves, however, this doesn’t mean that
they don’t have a sense of empathy for others.
Actually, the INTJ may even get impatient when someone uses feelings over facts when
it comes to decision making, but they will always understand the emotion being presented
because of their ability to see things from all angles, including emotion.
Number 2: Their intelligence can be a double-edged sword
There’s no question whether or not the INTJ is considered one of the most intelligent
personality types.
But does it really pay off to be so knowledgeable in such a conformist world?
Well, although most INTJs wouldn’t trade the amount of knowledge they’ve accumulated
throughout their lives for anything, being so smart definitely comes with it’s repercussions.
Like they say, ignorance is bliss - and when you know a lot, there’s a lot you wish you
didn’t know about the world.
Intelligence can make it difficult to connect with people who aren’t on the same intelligence
level, and for an INTJ being one of the rarest personality types, a similar-minded person
is definitely hard to come by.
Plus, the average job in today’s world doesn’t require intelligence, it requires conformity
and willingness to repeat tasks, which can make any INTJ rightfully feel like their true
talents are being wasted.
Number 3: They have a strong taste for what they want
INTJs have a strong sense of what they want in life.
They aren’t as willing to go with the flow as other personality types, and they tend
to have strongly defined preferences.
They know what they like and what they don’t like..
And they’re not afraid to make the moves to have what they want as much as possible.
Nothing can stand in the way or persuade an INTJ to change their course of action if they
have their eye on a prize.
Whether it be a certain style of clothing, food, entertainment, and so on..They have
extremely specific tastes and a good understanding of their interests.
And while most INTJs are willing to try new experiences to broaden their potential interests
if logically fit, they can be finicky about things they’ve already done because they
stand true to what they desire.
Number 4: They’re easily irritated Besides the fact that INTJs are introverted
personality types who aren’t overly eager to connect with other humans, the INTJ can
feel annoyed by the world around them for more reasons than just introversion.
Being such a logical thinker in a totally illogical world, it’s not unusual to find
an INTJ who is totally annoyed by the people and circumstances around them.
Many INTJs can’t wrap their heads around why other people do things the way they do
because things that are overly obvious to this introspective type, others are often
completely oblivious to.
This can make INTJs come off as moody and critical, which is probably why they avoid
interaction when possible.
Number 5: They don’t feel compelled to romance
Romance and logic..
Two words that you don’t see together often.
Well, it’s no different for the INTJ personality type.
To an INTJ, if there is no logic in finding a partner, they probably wouldn’t be open
to having a relationship at all.
In fact, some INTJs find it more logical to stay single and don’t desire having a romantic
connection at all.
Heck, if it wasn’t for the curious nature of this intelligent type, all INTJs would
probably skip out on the emotional rollercoaster of having a relationship.
Since they require so much alone time and often use logic in place of emotion, they
sometimes find it easier to live a life in solitude and usually don’t mind being on
their own.
Number 6: They struggle with making connections
For the same reasons INTJs aren’t overly interested in having a relationship, they
aren’t so quick to make connections of any sort unless it’s a logical move to make.
For example, INTJs wouldn’t be opposed to making business-related connections that will
pay off in the future, but when it comes to friendships, they may not see the logic in
contributing time and energy into the connection.
INTJs are also incredibly private people, and often hesitate opening up about anything
that would create the connection you need for a true close friendship.
However, it’s not to say that when an INTJ comes across someone with a similar intelligence
level, they can easily see the logical benefits and would happily maintain connection.
Number 7: They love a good disagreement
The INTJ will never agree with something someone says for the sake of keeping the peace.
And an INTJ would never blindly follow a rule or structure without understanding why it’s
being implemented.
Whether it be a simple topic at the family dinner table, or challenging rules of authority,
the INTJ loves a good back-and-forth banter when they disagree with something.
While the INTJ personality type sees this as a beneficial way of challenging new ideas
and knowledge for both parties, it can have them stuck arguing about useless matters that
others don’t really want to defend in the first place.
Oh, and don’t try to use feelings or emotions as back-up to your fighting argument, because
those don’t count to an INTJ!
Number 8: They have a good sense of humour
While the INTJ can be considered single-minded with little patience for small talk and gossip,
they aren’t as dull and humourless as they may seem.
Not only are many INTJs known for their intelligent wit, but beneath their serious exterior you
can find a sharp sarcasm and sense of humour that can light up a room.
INTJs enjoy clever humour and inside jokes that only people of their intelligence-level
can fully appreciate.
It’s fair to say that this introspective personality type might not find anything entertaining
on the comedy channel, but they do love a good dark-humoured joke and maybe even clever
a joke that is inappropriate to the situation.
Number 9: They don’t try to seem as mysterious as they are
INTJs know they’re different from the majority of the population and they don’t mind to
seem like the brainiac outcast.
They’re naturally private and introverted people who aren’t really willing to open
up to others anyway..
But sometimes this can come across as mysterious or even as if they’re up to no good.
Well, we’re here to say that although they’re quite rare, INTJs aren’t thinking up an
evil plot to use their intelligence to take over the world, in other words, they are pretty
harmless in the inner workings of their mind.
They are in constant observing and analysing mode, trying to distinguish their introverted
intuition with their logical thinking mind.
When INTJs do choose to socialize however, they can be surprised by how much their natural
confidence and self assurance draws other people in.
Number 10: They want success above all-else
There’s no doubt that the INTJ can be considered a true lone-wolf personality type.
Their main focus is to succeed by taking the most logical approach to every situation.
They don’t mind acting alone, in fact, they’re known to make decisions without taking it
up with the opinions of the other contributing members.
This is probably because they don't want to wait around for others to catch up with them.
Even though this seemingly emotionless lone wolf behaviour can come across as insensitive
because of the lack of consideration for others, the INTJ knows what they want, and they won’t
be held back no matter the relationships and opportunities they may lose along the way.
They would rather be right and successful than popular.
Well, that wraps up today’s video PSYCH-Os, So, are you an INTJ personality type?
If so, do you have these secrets?
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