INTJs aren’t often ones to fit in easily, which can certainly make them seem weird to others.
They have a rather unique way of seeing the world, as well as how they respond to it. INTJs
are a very rare personality type, which makes it hard for them to feel understood easily.
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15 Weird Traits of INTJs. Number 15. Distrust of authority.
Authority is the function meant to guide and direct.
But of course, not all people in those positions of authority can be trusted with that authority.
So for INTJs, titles mean nothing, and all respect must be earned.
Number 14. Generalized displeasure with the human race.
INTJs may like, and even admire certain individuals,
but they tend to have difficulty mustering much appreciation for the mass of humanity.
People in general only care about themselves and are completely self-absorbed in their own reality.
Very few people are consciously aware of their existence and how it affects others.
Number 13. They need to analyze everything.
INTJs need to analyze everything only when they don’t follow a fixed set of predetermined rules.
Because, if they follow a fixed set of rules, they will go by those rules and not bother to
investigate the matter logically any further. For example, most people are sweet and cordial
with their siblings, but INTJs want a reason to be kind with them.
They need to analyze, or know if their siblings are “worthy of respect every moment. This respect
is not taken for granted simply because you are supposed to respect your siblings.
No doubt, the most famous investigative journalists, detectives and lawyers, are INTJs.
Number 12. Frustrated by people’s feelings and beliefs.
INTJs understand that the average person cares little about unbiased reality, and is far more
likely to accept any crap that helps them feel more secure, happy, or fulfilled, instead of
searching out some semblance of objective truth. And this can be so frustrating for INTJs.
Number 11. Distaste for sheep-like behavior. If you want to quickly lose respect from an INTJ,
tell them you do or believe something because “that’s how I was raised” or “that’s how it’s
always been done”. You’ll likely be labeled a non-thinker and treated accordingly.
Number 10. Little interest in fitting in.
INTJs generally don’t hold back their personal opinions for the express
purpose of garnering favor, praise, or familiarity from others. However,
they may feign agreement for long term strategic purposes, when dealing with an adversary.
Number 9. Tends to place intelligence on a pedestal.
INTJs respect and are attracted to smart, intellectually curious,
and independent-minded people, capable of grasping and processing complex ideas or concepts,
and who share the INTJs lifelong desire to learn and master.
Pedestrian chatter about popular culture, or gossip, leave INTJs feeling empty.
Number 8. Quietly competitive. INTJs are by nature very goal
oriented and competitive. They always try to be the best at anything they do.
However, they don't care if there's someone who's better than them. They don't try to
be good so they'll feel nice when compared to others. They do this only to please themselves.
What motivates them is not being better than someone, but achieving the
goals they set in a particular activity. Number 7. Dislike of narrow-minded people.
Narrow minded people are not interested in truth, they live in fantasy land. They are judgmental,
opinionated, and full of criticism. And unfortunately, narrow-minded people are
everywhere. They are usually driven by fear, and how an INTJ react to the
narrow-minded’s thoughts and decisions, is based on the INTJs own resistance.
Number 6. They will debate you on everything.
There is no subject that is sacred and free from the constant debate.
INTJs have an obligation to constantly test ideas, modify, or keep them based on their merits.
This makes them seem argumentative, and many times, if engaging a debate with someone who
has no interest in debating, makes them seem like they believe they are always right.
Number 5. They Need alone time.
If INTJs don’t get enough alone time, they become tense, irritated and too cautious in public.
It is harmful to productivity and other people around them, because this feeling makes proper
communication pretty much impossible. When irritated, INTJs might become mute,
or even start to sarcastically offend and criticize people, just to make them leave.
This suppressed feeling stays long enough until INTJs find a quiet spot to recharge for a while.
Number 4. Over-planning. INTJs are natural planners, and they
love their well crafted plans, and to-do lists. Known as the “mastermind”, INTJs take direct
responsibility over planning how resources, such as people and tools, will be allocated
towards the project. INTJs should also focus on the work that they are particularly good at
while delegating work that they are not confident in, to those who would thoroughly enjoy
completing the task, or are very good at it. INTJs may feel the need to do the hardest parts,
or practically everything for the group, but allowing the group to
contribute with a loose structure can lead to surprisingly good results.
Number 3. They Think in Symbols and Images. INTJs think by way of images rather than words.
Their intuition often manifest in the form of symbols, images, dreams or patterns. This
is consistent with Jung’s characterization of the N-I type as a dreamer, artist, or seer.
This is often why INTJs will express themselves using a lot of metaphor rather than concrete
language. They blend rational, fact-based thinking with vivid imagery, to make a powerful impression
in their speech and writing. Number 2. They can leave suddenly.
When you are working on group work, or in a group activity, some INTJ people can get up and leave.
This seems strange, but don’t worry. It has nothing to do with you, and everything to do
with the person themselves. It can sometimes mean that people are changeable in what they want.
Some people can change their minds about what they want to do. Some people won’t change their minds
but find that they need a change of pace. Going off on their own for a while can help them keep
their energy up. A small time to themselves, and they will return ready for more group time!
Number 1. Accuracy Is Vital to Them. Being accurate and focusing on the truth
is a goal which means a lot to the INTJ personality. They care about being accurate,
and in removing ignorance wherever they can. They want to be sure that they are well aware
of the facts, and care about diving deeper in order to understand things better.
INTJs can be seen as strange because they don’t follow what others expect,
and instead, follow what is factual and real. This can sometimes make the INTJ a bit blunt,
which can certainly make them appear awkward or weird to some people.
INTJs are highly original, and while they're skeptical about many things,
they're very open-minded when it comes to other people. Their biggest turn-ons are
intelligence and uniqueness, so your best bet is to just be yourself when you're with them.
They want to fall for who you are, rather than who you think you should present yourself as.
So all your small, defining characteristics will be the things INTJ appreciates most.