There are a number of different personality types that people have and when you include personalities that people have in professional or uncomfortable situations, that amount rises exponentially. For those who are creative and love being original, however, the basic personality type for this idealist is the INFP.
One of the unique things about someone who has an INFP personality is that they are gifted in learning foreign languages.
Although people with these introverted personality characteristics will generally keep to themselves, it doesn’t mean that they won’t take charge if it becomes necessary. Those with an INFP personality generally become dissatisfied with a job when there is an ineffective leader in place. Although they may not wish to step in, they will in order to get the job done in the right way.
Here Are 3 Fast Facts About INFP Individuals
1. INFP individuals are one of the groups who are most likely to leave a job they are working in right now, even if it pays well, because they are constantly looking for better opportunities in the future.
2. People with this personality profile are the most likely to suffer from suicidal thoughts when circumstances do not go in a direction that has been anticipated.
3. People who have an INFP personality tend to prefer music, art, and English studies above all other subjects.
Takeaway: INFP individuals are often the first people chosen for a difficult creative task because they, above anyone else, can rise to the challenge and create something that is incredible and amazing. They work hard and take pride in their work, yet have mental challenges they create higher risks for depression or suicidal thoughts because they define themselves through the results of their creativity. If you’re looking for someone to create a foundation of future success, you’re going to want to call upon an INFP person to give you what you’re going to need.
Who is Typically An INFP Individual?
1. Male therapists are one of the largest representative demographic groups within the INFP personality profile.
2. Men who suffer from chronic pain are generally not an INFP personality.
3. INFP individuals are most likely to suffer from some level of depression that is associated with one of the 16 levels of chronic pain.
4. From a professional standpoint, INFP individuals tend to work better in a clearly defined work structure, though one with a higher level of flexibility that allows for creative involvement.
5. Women are typically INFP more often than men, with 4.6% of the population falling into this category.
6. Men who are INFP typically suffer from social phobias as their preference for a feeling of focus is not seen as something “manly.â€
7. New Zealand has the largest proportion of INFP individuals as they make up 4.2% of the total population base.
8. Being a writer is one of the most common occupations for someone who fits into the INFP category.
Takeaway: In some ways, being an INFP individual can be rather difficult as people with this personality are seen as sensitive, odd, or aloof. Because their focus is on creativity, sometimes efficiency is sacrificed so that a more creative way to get something done is achieved because that seems more attractive. Although INFP individuals are often the last person to stand up for themselves when there’s a negative situation, they are the most likely to protect themselves when negative emotions are involved. INFPs tend to hide their feelings the most often, which also leads to eventual emotional implosion issues when negativity is often present.
What Kind of Risks Do INFP Individuals Face?
1. INFPs as a group have the second lowest occurrence of high blood pressure and heart disease out of all the personality types.
2. Children who fit into the INFP category have a higher risk of having their behaviors diagnosed as being ADD because of their penchant to daydream in order to find creative solutions to problems.
3. College students who have an INFP personality are one of the most likely groups to violate the school’s alcohol policy.
4. INFPs have a higher risk of being taken advantage of at work or in other activities that have a focus on individual achievement because having recognition for achievements is considered low on their list of priorities.
5. Most INFP pastimes include some form of a solitary component, which can lead to a higher risk of social isolation.
6. Bullying is at an increased risk for INFPs because appearance is about being unique and individualistic instead of conforming to social trends.
7. Most INFPs try to be as comfortable and casual as possible while following a basic, minimalistic structure. Without structure, there is a higher than normal risk for an INFP to become dissatisfied and quit whatever it is they are doing.
Takeaway: INFP individuals have a lot of quality strengths that just can’t be found in other personality types. With strengths in expressive creativity, many of the things we take for granted today were likely developed thanks to the minds of INFPs. From website content to some of the classic books in literature to great pieces of art, the “dreaminess†that seems to be associated with INFPs is often misinterpreted as a lack of paying attention or a lack of actual perception. In reality, the INFP person isn’t absent-minded. They’re instead gathering the details they need to make a dramatic impact with their next creative idea!
It Isn’t Always Fun to be an INFP
1. INFPs tend to be a bit more clumsy than other individuals because of racing thoughts, which can mean a lot of stubbed toes.
2. INFPS tend to support causes with visual representations, which can create confrontation in a polarized society.
3. Unhappiness is a common feeling within the INFP that is internalized and not expressed in a coping manner.
Takeaway: It has been said that one can tell an INFP is unhappy because they prefer to wear black on those days. Whether that is true or not likely depends on the individual, but there is one thing that is for certain. Good ideas do come to an INFP constantly, but so do the corners of a table or chair when walking barefoot.
to me. This is key: "a higher level of flexibility that allows for creative involvement" . There needs to be impetus and limitations (to reduce the options so there can be focus). To think outside the box, you gotta have a box. To push boundaries, you need to have boundaries set. I think I read somewhere that Ne is motivated by obstacles, looking for loopholes, workarounds, novel solutions, etc. I would say that is true of me, and I experience it almost as a way to challenge the structure - like, where are the cracks in this? I think NTPs are also noted to be likely to violate college alcohol policies.... coincidence?
Just kidding. I know what you mean. I looked for the references too and didn't see them. I still thought it was worth posting.
