Oct 26, 2007

I am an INFP!

Dude, this was pretty much dead on!


INFP's are found in only 1 percent of the general population, although, at times, their idealism leaves them feeling even more isolated from the rest of humanity. They are often misunderstood by those they incarnate with.


INFPs are known to be the gentle poets of the Universe. They are quiet, creative, and perceptive souls who often strike others as shy, reserved and cool. They have a rare capacity for deep caring and commitment--both to the people and causes they idealise. INFPs guide their behavior by a strong inner sense of values, rather than by convential logic and reason. Forced to cope with this facts-and-figures 'real' world we inhabit, INFPs may appear to have been imported from another galaxy! They gravitate toward creative careers which allow them to use their instinctive sense of empathy. Usually spiritual or philosophical people, INFPs may see the purpose of their lives as an inner journey, quest or personal unfolding. More practical or rational types may tend to discredit the INFP's sources or understanding as mystical. The search for a soulmate is a preoccupation for many INFPs, who must balance their need for privacy and peace with their yearning for human connection. If there seems to be an air of sadness INFP's spirit, blame it on this type's longing for the perfect in all things. Artistic and creative, INFPs live in a world of hidden meanings and possibilities. INFPs are usually talented writers. They may be awkard and uncomfortable with expressing themselves verbally, but have a wonderful ability to define and express what they're feeling on paper. They are also gifted at interpreting symbols - being drawn to metaphors and similes. Because of these gifts they often write in lyric fashion. INFPs often think of several things at once and because of this are sometimes labeled as absentminded. They try to read between the lines, not accepting things at face value. 


INFPs are very aware of their own space, and the space of others. They value their personal space, and the freedom to do their own thing. They will cherish the mate who sees the INFP for who they are, and respects their unique style and perspectives. The INFP is not likely to be overly jealous or possessive, and is likely to respect their mate's privacy and independence. In fact, the INFP is likely to not only respect their mate's perspectives and goals, but to support them with loyal firmness. 


Although two well-developed individuals of any type can enjoy a healthy relationship, INFP's natural partner is the ENFJ, or the ESFJ.  INFP's dominant function of Introverted Feeling is best matched with a partner whose dominant function is Extraverted Feeling. 


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