[ISTP] How to keep an ISTP

[StephMC]

You guys just dont like the "leash like" nature of the thread title

Pretty much. Even the idea of a leash made out of Silly String gives me the willies.

 

[Amargith]

LOL, ahh you guys have as big a drive to be free as we do it seems

 

[Poki]

I can see it now. poki the "yo-yo"!

being a yo-yo is actually pretty fun, just know that when the fun is gone, they will be left scratching their head trying to figure out where the yo-yo went.

 

[sLiPpY]

"Come get some yummy food!!! It's out and ready for you to enjoy!"

That one showed up in my Inbox at work right before lunch. There was cake too!

Why can't every day be like that? I'd almost never leave the building.

 

[Poki]

"Come get some yummy food!!! It's out and ready for you to enjoy!"

That one showed up in my Inbox at work right before lunch. There was cake too!

Why can't every day be like that? I'd almost never leave the building.

Yes, I have a very nice female co-worker who sits next to me that always mentions when we have free food in a break room its lunch time

I am also never shy about being the first in a buffet line or to bull doze others when someone says food is ready.

Im not a food connoisseur, I am a food eater

 

[jixmixfix]

This thread is annoying, plotting against an ISTP....*tisk tisk* only setting yourself up for failure.

 

[Poki]

This thread is annoying, plotting against an ISTP....*tisk tisk* only setting yourself up for failure.

But they have no idea why

 

[Willfrey]

Even if you are calling the shots and have a handle on an ISTP, its probably best not to brag about it. I had somebody at one point I considered a close friend and the most anoying habit of hers was that she'd tell me I loved her in a sort of playful way. I guess I am sort of a crumedgeon because I always wanted to tell her she wasn't that great, and if I had less social tact I probably would have.

 

[Poki]

Hence the very very loose, possibly elastic leash

You jane, me tarzan I will let you build your house in my jungle

I will initiate contact if you really mean something to me, but it has to be for a reason. Always let me find that reason and I will never lose touch.

LOL..yeah..you are ISTP
It's just that to me, I enjoy people coming to me coz I enjoy my space, but don't mind them tapping on my shoulder if something's on their mind or they just want some fun. I'll keep from initiating convo's though if I can help it, coz I don't wanna be pushy and force people into a convo out of politeness (I know, I know).

So...I'm kinda wondering how that works with you guys, I guess. Ime, ISTPs tend to leave a convo very abruptly and..when intrigued enough, seem not to have a problem initiating one either.

I reread this post and thought, seriously, screw being king of a castle, I want to be king of a jungle.

 

[Amargith]

LOL..why am I not surprised

Is it correct to assume an ISTP will usually take what they want, if they can, without a second thought and without intending harm per se?

!For the record, I do not claim ownership over any ISTPs, nor any sort of control, I was merely checking if leashing one was an option. They often seem to vibe the need of a leash and collar as well as a courageous yet gentle hand to hold it who understands how to use it properly. For that matter, I'm willing to exchange leashes, since i know it will be a very long and elastic one indeed ( I aint too fond of being bound myself though I do need to be put in my place on rare occasions..)

 

[Heinel]

LOL..why am I not surprised

Is it correct to assume an ISTP will usually take what they want, if they can, without a second thought and without intending harm per se?

!For the record, I do not claim ownership over any ISTPs, nor any sort of control, I was merely checking if leashing one was an option. They often seem to vibe the need of a leash and collar as well as a courageous yet gentle hand to hold it who understands how to use it properly. For that matter, I'm willing to exchange leashes, since i know it will be a very long and elastic one indeed ( I aint too fond of being bound myself though I do need to be put in my place on rare occasions..)

I wouldn't say without a second thought. The amount of thought put in should correspond to the perceived consequences. Though I am not sure if the proportions are similar to other types.

A leash that goes both ways definitely sounds better than a one-way one, however. I value the NF - ST balance.

 

[Poki]

LOL..why am I not surprised

Is it correct to assume an ISTP will usually take what they want, if they can, without a second thought and without intending harm per se?

!For the record, I do not claim ownership over any ISTPs, nor any sort of control, I was merely checking if leashing one was an option. They often seem to vibe the need of a leash and collar as well as a courageous yet gentle hand to hold it who understands how to use it properly. For that matter, I'm willing to exchange leashes, since i know it will be a very long and elastic one indeed ( I aint too fond of being bound myself though I do need to be put in my place on rare occasions..)

No worries with ownership, if you ever have ownership it is only because we chose to let you. I have always done what I wanted, bribery is always up for consideration, you just gotta know what my weaknesses are. Fear doesnt work and I dont want to harm anyone. I will take what I want, but not in a forceful manner. Others will be taken into consideration.

I do need to be put in my place everyonce in a while also

 

[Amargith]

Even if you are calling the shots and have a handle on an ISTP, its probably best not to brag about it. I had somebody at one point I considered a close friend and the most anoying habit of hers was that she'd tell me I loved her in a sort of playful way. I guess I am sort of a crumedgeon because I always wanted to tell her she wasn't that great, and if I had less social tact I probably would have.

This is kinda interesting. What made her think it in the first place, and what are the typical signals of an ISTP for this vs the real deal?

 

[Poki]

This is kinda interesting. What made her think it in the first place, and what are the typical signals of an ISTP for this vs the real deal?

I have never liked being told "you love me" either.

 

[Amargith]

Hehe duly noted..though I seem to recall that one of you boys at some point said that the only reason you realized you loved the girl was coz she told you so

Note: I am *not* hunting some poor ISTP. This is purely hypothetical

 

[Poki]

Hehe duly noted..though I seem to recall that one of you boys at some point said that the only reason you realized you loved the girl was coz she told you so

Note: I am *not* hunting some poor ISTP. This is purely hypothetical

I didnt figure your INTJ would like that

edit: that is you right? I tend to lose track of who said what when several people are chatting. I like one-on-one better.

 

[countrygirl]

I know this is a stupid question but what are leashes in a relationship? Can you give examples.

 

[Amargith]

I didnt figure your INTJ would like that

edit: that is you right? I tend to lose track of who said what when several people are chatting. I like one-on-one better.

Hehe, yeah that's me, I have my very own INTJ *proud*

I know this is a stupid question but what are leashes in a relationship? Can you give examples.

I guess I'm referring to emotional 'leashes'? The fact that you're willing to restrain yourself from doing things and listen to someone because you care for them deeply and respect them. Of course, the real thing can be fun sometimes too

 

[Heinel]

I guess I'm referring to emotional 'leashes'? The fact that you're willing to restrain yourself from doing things and listen to someone because you care for them deeply and respect them. Of course, the real thing can be fun sometimes too

Wrong!

It's when you bite them when they misbehave.

 

[foolish heart]

How do you move a mountain? How do you catch the wind? You cannot.