With such a big focus surrounding the everyday struggles that introverted personality types face
in a mostly extroverted world, it can seem like extroverts naturally steer
clear of all social struggles. Well, sorry to burst your extroverted ENTP bubble PSYCH-Os,
but today we’re here to talk all about the 15 common struggles that all ENTPs can relate to.
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Alright, let’s get right into it starting with.. Number 1: Talking.. And talking, and talking
If there’s one thing that really sets the ENTP apart from the rest of the 16 personality types
it’s their love for talking. Considering the debater's personality type, at times the
ENTP doesn't even realize when they’re talking someone’s ear off, or when the other person has
checked out and is no longer interested in their rant. As long as there's someone there to listen,
ENTPs will talk. So, in other words, sometimes they can come off as being slightly annoying,
especially when they’re challenged to defend their view. However, this isn’t as much of a struggle
for the ENTP as it is for the people around them. Number 2: Procrastination
Maybe if ENTPs weren’t so busy talking, they’d find some time to get around to their obligations!
All jokes aside, this ambitious personality type can definitely struggle with putting the pedal to
the metal when it comes to executing the elaborate ideas they’re able to easily formulate in their
minds. They much rather skip the tedious tasks and use their innate brainstorming
abilities to think up solutions and ideas for new projects. This hesitancy to take full-force
action means sometimes they never even get around to playing out their greatest ideas.
Number 3: Disliking rigid structure Another reason ENTPS are so familiar with the
struggle of procrastination is because of their strong discomfort surrounding rigid structures
and tasks. This personality type requires true flexibility to use their creative thinking skills
and wealth of knowledge, leaving anything that requires a series of tedious structured
tasks almost unbearable for long periods of time. Number 4: Natural charm being mistaken as flirting
Witty and charismatic, the ENTP holds an essence of attraction that easily stands out of the crowd.
Consequently, this unfiltered ENTP charm can easily be mistaken for flirting
or romantic interest in times where it is certainly not intended. As humours as it sounds,
this quick thinking cleverness can definitely get them in trouble from time to time.
Number 5: Feeling superior There’s no doubt that ENTPs have a wealth
of knowledge that they’re constantly improving and expanding, but does that really make them superior
to others? Well, in an ENTPs eyes, sometimes they can’t help but to notice the oblivion
in some people they converse with. Especially because this debater type loves to poke and prod
at people’s viewpoints, they tend to notice what they see as a lack of knowledge. When in reality,
the topics the ENTP feels superior in probably don’t really matter in the grand scheme of things.
Number 6: Indecisiveness Now it’s certainly not not that
ENTPs lack the knowledge to make well-educated decisions, in fact it’s quite the opposite.
This clever type has the natural tendency to see things from all angles, calculating all possible
future outcomes of the decisions they make and the actions they take before going forward.
With so many options to choose from, this evaluation process can be overwhelming,
yet they’re not the type to make a move on a wim. And it's not only for big life decisions
but also for simple everyday tasks. Number 7: Loneliness can feel really lonely
For this extroverted type, socializing is a source of energy and fuel - and without it,
ENTPs can feel an emptiness that not many other types can relate to.
Unlike some introverted types the extroverted ENTP needs people around to truly feel like themselves,
making periods of isolation almost unbearable. This is one of the main reasons ENTPs are such
social creatures at heart - they actually need company for social sanity!
Number 8: Contradictory, they also crave alone time
There’s no doubt that ENTPs have a wealth of knowledge that they’re constantly improving and
expanding, but does that really make them superior to others? Well, in an ENTPs eyes, sometimes they
can’t help but to notice the oblivion in some people they converse with. Especially because
this debater type loves to poke and prod at people’s viewpoints, they tend to notice what
they see as a lack of knowledge. When in reality, the topics the ENTP feels superior in probably
don’t really matter in the grand scheme of things. Number 9: Choosing truth over sparing feelings
Known for their seemingly insensitive nature, ENTPs aren’t as heartless as they’re cut out to
be. In fact the refreshing transparency of the ENTPs rationality comes from a place of love
and wanting the best for others. For example, if someone asked an ENTP for their opinion on
a new hairstyle, the ENTP wouldn’t see a point in lying in hopes of making the person feel good,
they would rather tell them exactly what they’re thinking
to avoid any confusion or false hope. The struggle comes when their honesty
isn’t taken lightly. Number 10: Boredom = torture
ENTPs are true free-thinkers who can’t be held down.
Much like their reluctance towards rigid structure, this creative quick-thinker needs
constant challenge and learning in their lives in order to feel truly fulfilled.
So, they may find themselves jumping from one task or hobby to the next, losing interest as
soon things become too familiar or once they find something new to pour their focus into.
Number 11: Lots of plans with little action ENTPs are extremely elaborate thinkers,
always looking for ways to expand their knowledge and experience of the world around them. They can
sit and ponder about future life goals with sheer accuracy and passion, including every detail of
what they would like to experience or accomplish in the coming weeks, months or even years.
However, when it comes to putting those long term goals into action and sticking with it to
completion - there’s no promise that everything will get accomplished. It’s not to say that
ENTPs aren’t capable of accomplishing their desires, but maybe not the 100+ item bucket
list they want to complete in a week. Number 12: Refusing to accept defeat
ENTPs want to be right, and with the amount of time and effort they put into broadening their
intelligence, they have the right to be right. But what happens when an ENTP is faced with defeat?
A sore loser is born. And so, this superior type may just do everything in their power
to ensure they win on some level.. Even if it means changing the narrative of the situation.
This is why ENTPs favour concrete facts when debating their knowledge - they need to know
they are correct with proof to back them up. Number 13: They tend to favor higher-valued people
Now, this ENTP struggle isn’t really a problem in their eyes but it can definitely cause them
to miss out on some great connections. In fact, because ENTPs can sometimes tend to
judge a book by it’s cover, they can easily overlook people that they may be compatible
with. Using the INFJ as an example; said to be one of the most compatible matches for this type,
their introverted and reserved nature can cause them to easily go unnoticed and
unacknowledged as the ENTP is too busy looking for people in the spotlight.
Number 14: They’re sensitive at heart
Sure, most ENTPs can come across as hard-shelled and brutally honest,
but deep down they have a soft spot that only their closest companions are able to access.
They are able to let down their guard and show their deep emotional side, yet the struggle
comes into play when considering that most ENTPs actually need the help of another person to access
this aspect of themselves. This emotional nature doesn't come naturally, it needs to be awakened.
Number 15: So many things to experience in such little time
The last and most relatable struggle of the ENTP personality type is finding a
balance between their exploratory curiosity and enthusiasm towards
life and their need to also work with the societal structures layed out for them.
For example, they may feel dulled down in a structured 9-5 job, yet they need to pay for
their adventurous lifestyle. Yet, once the ENTP finds a proper balance in the world around them,
they are able to exceed their expectations of adventure and experience in their lives.
Well, that’s it for today PSYCH-Os.. So, are you an ENTP? And If so, do you relate to these 15
common struggles? Let us know in the comments below! Also, don’t forget to leave us a like,
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