Elfboy
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- MBTI Type
- ENFP
- Enneagram
- 5w4
- Instinctual Variant
- sx/sp
I stole this concept from socionics (in which all 16 types are divided into 2 subtypes depending on which of their first two functions they prefer) and applied it to MBTI
keep in mind, as an ENFP, you have both Ne and Fi, so you will relate at least somewhat to both.
ENFP-Ne subtype: noticeably more extroverted, bubbly and sociable. the mind of the ENFP-Ne is quicker than the other subtype (one would be hard pressed to find a quicker mind around) and they will generally prefer to keep their calendars booked, engaging a wide range of activities and social contacts. this subtype is likely to get bored easily and desires a constantly flow of new information to analyze, talk about and experience and can often spread themselves too thin, like butter over too much bread. during such times they can become burnt out, irritable and begin to drop some of the many balls they are juggling (during which time, they tend to need a time out from all their high energy pursuits and take time to reevaluate themselves and their plans before jumping back in). in terms of career, the ENFP-Ne often excels in sales and marketing positions where they can use their quick minds, innovative ideas and personal charm to accomplish much for themselves and become a valuable asset to any company. at their worst, they are scattered, irresponsible and avoidant; at their best, they are quick witted, humorous, entertaining, high accomplishing and full of energy and enthusiasm.
often mistyped as:
- ENTP
- ESFP
commonly typed in others systems as
- 7w6
- 3w2
- 2w3
- ESE/ESFj
- Social Instinct
- Sanguine
Examples:
- Richard Branson
- Martin Short
- Robin Williams
- Ellen Degeneres
- Ariel (The Little Mermaid)
- Tom Sawyer
- Calvin from Calvin and Hobbs
ENFP-Fi subtype: outwardly more subdued, but internally more fiery, passionate and convicted. as the Fi subtype would imply, this subtype tends enjoy longer periods of alone time and prefers are schedule with plenty of downtime and a smaller, more intimate social circle. their thoughts are often more self centered and reflective in nature and they tend to have clear preferences for what they like/dislike. this subtype often enjoys spending long periods of time in their room listening to music (often more dramatic, sensual music). overrall, the ENFP-Fi is usually a very calm and collected individual, though they place a stronger emphasis on their convictions than the Ne subtype and can easily become heated in touchy political discussions. often very similar to their INFP cousins, the difference lies in this subtype's larger energy reserves and more externally responsive nature.
if they feel called to do so, some (but not all) ENFP-Fi can suddenly do a 180, leaving behind their normally subdued persona and turning over a more expansive, charismatic leaf. the energy of this subtype during such a time is concentrated and white hot. their speech can take on a more poetic quality and their solid convictions and heroic demeanor often serve to inspire others to follow them or look to them for guidance. at their worst, this subtype is self absorbed, prone to intense anger/aggression, dogmatic, hypocritical and out of touch with reality. at their best, this subtype is wise, graceful, inspiring, creative and
often mistyped as:
- INFP
- INTJ
often typed in other systems as
- E1
- E4
- 6w5
- Sx/Sp
- EIE/ENFj
- IEI/INFj
- Melancholy
examples:
- John Brown
- Mark Twain
- Oscar Wilde
- Ann Frank
- Che Guevara
- Darth Vader
- Willie Wonka
keep in mind, as an ENFP, you have both Ne and Fi, so you will relate at least somewhat to both.
ENFP-Ne subtype: noticeably more extroverted, bubbly and sociable. the mind of the ENFP-Ne is quicker than the other subtype (one would be hard pressed to find a quicker mind around) and they will generally prefer to keep their calendars booked, engaging a wide range of activities and social contacts. this subtype is likely to get bored easily and desires a constantly flow of new information to analyze, talk about and experience and can often spread themselves too thin, like butter over too much bread. during such times they can become burnt out, irritable and begin to drop some of the many balls they are juggling (during which time, they tend to need a time out from all their high energy pursuits and take time to reevaluate themselves and their plans before jumping back in). in terms of career, the ENFP-Ne often excels in sales and marketing positions where they can use their quick minds, innovative ideas and personal charm to accomplish much for themselves and become a valuable asset to any company. at their worst, they are scattered, irresponsible and avoidant; at their best, they are quick witted, humorous, entertaining, high accomplishing and full of energy and enthusiasm.
often mistyped as:
- ENTP
- ESFP
commonly typed in others systems as
- 7w6
- 3w2
- 2w3
- ESE/ESFj
- Social Instinct
- Sanguine
Examples:
- Richard Branson
- Martin Short
- Robin Williams
- Ellen Degeneres
- Ariel (The Little Mermaid)
- Tom Sawyer
- Calvin from Calvin and Hobbs
ENFP-Fi subtype: outwardly more subdued, but internally more fiery, passionate and convicted. as the Fi subtype would imply, this subtype tends enjoy longer periods of alone time and prefers are schedule with plenty of downtime and a smaller, more intimate social circle. their thoughts are often more self centered and reflective in nature and they tend to have clear preferences for what they like/dislike. this subtype often enjoys spending long periods of time in their room listening to music (often more dramatic, sensual music). overrall, the ENFP-Fi is usually a very calm and collected individual, though they place a stronger emphasis on their convictions than the Ne subtype and can easily become heated in touchy political discussions. often very similar to their INFP cousins, the difference lies in this subtype's larger energy reserves and more externally responsive nature.
if they feel called to do so, some (but not all) ENFP-Fi can suddenly do a 180, leaving behind their normally subdued persona and turning over a more expansive, charismatic leaf. the energy of this subtype during such a time is concentrated and white hot. their speech can take on a more poetic quality and their solid convictions and heroic demeanor often serve to inspire others to follow them or look to them for guidance. at their worst, this subtype is self absorbed, prone to intense anger/aggression, dogmatic, hypocritical and out of touch with reality. at their best, this subtype is wise, graceful, inspiring, creative and
often mistyped as:
- INFP
- INTJ
often typed in other systems as
- E1
- E4
- 6w5
- Sx/Sp
- EIE/ENFj
- IEI/INFj
- Melancholy
examples:
- John Brown
- Mark Twain
- Oscar Wilde
- Ann Frank
- Che Guevara
- Darth Vader
- Willie Wonka