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Surprising Secrets Of An INTP Personality Type. Make sure to watch each one and find out if you
have any of them!
If you were assessed by the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator as an INTP (Logician/Analyst)
Personality Type, you are a super unique individual who is for their stereotypical
mysteriousness and intelligence. However, you might not be aware of the most surprising
secrets of your personality. If you think you are an INTP, dive deeper into your personality,
learn what are your secrets and determine how you can use them to increase your soft
skills and achieve personal growth. Here are 9 Surprising Secrets Of An INTP Personality Type.
Number 1 - They are usually
very intelligent, but are often underestimated When it comes to their intellectual ability,
INTPs are frequently undervalued. They do a lot of their analysis inwardly and privately because they
don't extravert their thinking process like TJ types do. Other individuals are sometimes baffled
by the sheer complexity of their ideas and are unable to keep up. INTPs have the second-highest
IQ ratings of all the types, according to the MBTI Manual (second only to INTJs). They also
outperformed liberal arts students on the SAT vocabulary portion and engineering students on the
SAT math component. They also routinely outperform 14 of the 16 personality types in high school.
This shouldn't come as a surprise, given INTPs' proclivity for problem-solving and grasping
theories and concepts.
Number 2 - They often don’t reveal how much they know
There’s no arguing the fact that INTPs are often underestimated for their intellectual abilities,
as we discussed briefly in the first shared secret. But, why is it that the INTP
is rarely given the credit they’re due? Well, due to their extraverted thinking function,
most of their analysis is done privately. While they may come off as spacey and even detached
at times, inside the INTP mind is filled with ingenious solutions and ideas that would baffle
others. In fact, even when this analytical type decides to share their inner thoughts,
they are usually too complex for others to follow. Even though they want to seem as
intelligent as they are, they also understand that their thoughts are unique,
and not always interesting to the average person. Which ultimately encourages them to keep most of
their discoveries to themselves. They understand that their opinions are distinctive and not
always appealing to the typical person, even though they desire to appear educated.
Number 3 - They are great advisors
While INTPs aren't the most empathic personality type, they're the ones you should turn to when
things go rough. This is because, while nurturing and caring are important, the INTP is the buddy
who will tell you how it is. They may quickly point out logical flaws and inconsistencies in
a problem, widening other people's perspectives in order to arrive at a reasonable answer.
In actuality, it's not always for the benefit of the other person, but rather for their own
desire to solve a problem. This is why, when it comes to problem resolution, INTPs will put
all of their other commitments on hold in order to offer you their full attention and analysis.
Over time, an INTP will have a better knowledge of people's characteristics,
allowing them to offer more insightful advice and solutions.
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Number 4 - They can understand the most complex concepts
INTPs are known for being rational and efficient thinkers. They prefer to get a
thorough understanding of things before expressing an opinion or taking action.
Logicians are fascinated by math and science and can't wait to examine a theory or method
to figure out how it works. Beyond that, they have a hidden philosophical side that only a few
close acquaintances are aware of. INTPs have a multi-layered and distinct viewpoint on the world,
which helps influence their real-life activities. That desire to find meaning in
everything can bring a deeper level of insight to a world that is frequently devoid of it.
Number 5 - They put a high value on their intellect
INTPs are unconcerned about what others think of them. They do,
however, worry about what other people think of them intellectually. INTPs are individuals who
don't care if others call them names or if they like or detest them. They'll be interested in
"WHY" they like or detest them, rather than the act itself. Logicians, on the other hand,
place an emphasis on intelligence. If you manage to offend the intellect of an INTP,
they will be greatly shaken. You'll hit them where it hurts if you tell them they're closed-minded
and can't think clearly and reasonably. INTPs take pride in their intelligence.
So that's the only part that matters to them. They won't be concerned with what others think of it,
but they will be concerned with how others perceive their intellectual abilities.
Number 6 – They dislike being rushed with their decisions
It's not simple to be a personality type noted for their exceptional thinking abilities. In fact,
INTPs usually take a little longer to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of a situation
before offering advise or making a choice. As a result, when they feel rushed in any way,
it might give them a lot of anxiety. The INTP takes hours, days, or even weeks to complete,
especially when it comes to long-term decisions or significant life choices. At times, it may appear
to be a kind of procrastination or avoidance, but the wait is usually always worthwhile.
Number 7 - They see patterns everywhere So, what exactly does the INTP do with all
of this data? That, maybe, is the most perplexing INTP riddle of all. To completely comprehend the
inner workings of this complicated type's mind, much investigation is required. But, to put it
another way, they're continually connecting the data, looking for patterns and they're constantly
sorting it out. In fact, if you ever see an INTP with their head in the clouds, they're most likely
linking thoughts or processing new information to connect. They may even disconnect in the middle
of a discussion if they see something that solves one of their numerous internal dilemmas. This INTP
method is known as trans-contextual thinking, according to neuroscientist expert Dario Nardi.
All Extraverted Intuitives have this talent, which allows them to make mental connections
between things or concepts that aren't often linked with each other in a given context.
Number 8 - They take nothing for granted When it comes to their mental abilities, the INTP
is always classifying facts into the most precise categories within their internal filing system.
This inquisitive individual scrutinizes every item of information they are presented with,
first determining if the material is real or false in light of their prior knowledge.
In the viewpoint of an INTP, the most important aspects of a piece of information
are accuracy and truth, with the smallest of details making all the
difference. INTPs need to observe things from all sides in order to fill in as much
information as possible before coming to a judgment, hence context is vital.
Number 9 - They really like dark humour INTPs are drawn to dark humor and make
jokes that appear to push the bounds. They do this not because they are insensitive, but because they
find it amusing to make jokes about shocking events. The notion is that they plainly don't
feel that way or find the jokes silly, but that's part of the joke's appeal. INTPs are immersed in
dark humor and make jokes at what appears to be inappropriate at times. Logicians don't do this
intentionally to harm or upset others; they do it because it's something they find amusing.
They are, however, better at evaluating their audience than most people realize, and will know
if it is unlikely to be successful. Logicians tell jokes that can be extremely insulting,
mocking the macabre or truly gloomy aspects of life. It's all about pushing those
boundaries and making a joke out of something that's truly quite serious for the INTP.
Logicians might find it useful as a technique to make it simpler to handle these things,
especially if others can make it into something they don't mind. INTPs dislike getting offended
by everything they see or hear; therefore, dark humor and sarcasm can be a good method for them
to challenge themselves. This is one of the most surprising secrets of an INTP personality Type.
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