Eunoia
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- MBTI Type
- INFJ
Hi everyone! I'm a newbie here and hopefully somebody would be so kind to help me figure out my type. Pardon me if I may have a bit pessimistic answers, I'm in such a low point of my life right now and I feel like I'm on the verge of finally figuring out my path on this world.
Moving back, any comments and inputs would be more than appreciated. Thanks in advance for taking your time to read this.
1) What aspect of your personality made you unsure of your type?
I can relate most to a particular type but I won't disclose it yet to avoid bias conclusions (hope that is alright). But after much interest to know more about MBTI and cognitive functions in general, reading over a profusion of articles daunted me a bit. I've learned that there are certain degree on how the functions seem more vivid or stronger, depending on their position on the stack that somehow certain descriptions and definitions made me feel like I can relate to other types as well. I took key2cognition test as well. Though it's one of the most recognized MBTI online tests, I don't think I'm the best person to vouch for the accuracy of my result.
2) What do you yearn for in life? Why?
I truly yearn for finding my real purpose and essence in life. I don't desire to conceive something on an ambitious scale, but I want to make an important contribution and impact to society. I am very keen in helping others whenever I can, but I don't mean that I'm a "save humanity" type of advocate. I do want to start from something small because I believe that if I can do even just a simple act and reach out to very specific people, perhaps somehow, it leaves a significant impact to the world as well--and from there, something great could erupt. For instance, I love listening and consoling people. It's one of my weaknesses and my real transports of delight to make others feel better whenever they feel down, or even if they just need someone to vent out their feelings and apprehensions. Without prevarications, I am more than glad to help out and reach out to others just because it pleasures me to. If possible, I would want to engage into this kind of endeavor.
Also, I also want to have my own family in the future. In consistency for my previous notion, I don't think living in a lavish kind of lifestyle is a prerequisite for my ideal vision of family life. I value the relationship that I may have on my future partner and children more, and the unconditional love and guidance I can give to them.
3) Think about a time where you felt like you were at your finest. Tell us what made you feel that way.
Rarely do I feel fine lately.. But I can recall the time wherein I felt like I contributed something with real value and I was able to share my knowledge on a particular situation. I felt excellent during this particular time because it is one of my joys to be able to impart something valuable when I know that I can. When I do contribute something (especially my knowledge on something), it makes me feel distinguished even if no reward or acknowledgement would be given to me. And I hate being put in that kind of spotlight to be honest, just to know that I was able to contribute and help out others, and somebody appreciated my effort, that is more than enough for me already.
4) What makes you feel inferior?
I feel inferior when some people underestimate me (most especially my intellect) and won't give me a chance because they tend to be so prejudiced to judge me based on physical appearance alone (no brag intended, sorry!). I don't see myself as a highly intellectual person, but when people assume that all my interests include fashion, beauty and other girly things (not that I'm saying that there is something wrong to be interested on these things), I feel so offended. My previous work colleagues didn't expect me to be what I really am and what I can do, because they judged me outright.
5) What tends to weigh on your decisions? (Do you think about people, pro-cons, how you feel about it, etc.)
I always consider the effect to majority and the consensus of people that would be involved on that particular decision. Or if it's on a personal scale, I would still seek approval from people that would somehow be affected of my decision.
6) When working on a project what is normally your emphasis? Do you like to have control of the outcome?
When working on a project, I would want for it to be as impeccable as I can and to be able to achieve the objectives given in totality. I usually polish a certain project as much as I can, scrutinize everything and ensure that there wouldn't be loopholes and is error-free as much as possible.
7) Describe a time where you had a lot of fun. How is your memory of it?
I was conversing with my older relatives about my feelings, plans and life in general. I felt joyful in the sense that despite my presumption that nobody would listen to me anymore, that nobody would accept me anymore, and that nobody understands me, there they are, willing to listen and embrace my flaws. Really, just accept me for who I was, and for who I really am. They just made me feel loved. After divulging my innermost feelings to them (and crying), we just had a lot of fun: bonding and making japes at each other. It's like an explosion of emotions. Going from zero to absolute euphoria.
8) When you want to learn something new, what feels more natural for you?
Hmm. I think I'm geared towards completely understanding a concept/topic. I would seek inner principles and would tend to ask the "why's and how's" to comprehend more. I would learn and understand better if I know the underlying factors on what makes this certain method [idea] effective [acceptable]. Sometimes (if applicable), I would also reflect if I can relate to an idea as well, or if it could be applied on the particular situation. I could memorize in verbatim, only if I have understood the concept first. However, I don't think I actually need to exercise/practise something for me to be able to grasp the idea.
9) How organized do you think of yourself as?
I tend to be messy on things that I don't really pay attention to, or to things that I think would not really benefit me significantly. To be more specific, I don't really fix my bed because I'm usually in a rush on mornings and I think that my time would be better spent on other more important activities. My closet could also be a prime illustration of entropy. But my files, books and other documents are sorted properly. I also tend to make budgets and schedules; somehow they act as reminders, and enable me to forecast things accurately.
10) How do you judge new ideas? You try to understand the principles behind it to see if they make sense or do you look for information that supports it?
Both. I always try to understand the underlying meaning. If I think that there is still a need to, I would also look for proven information and reliable sources.
11) You find harmony by making sure everyone is doing fine and belonging to a given group or by making sure that you follow what you believe and being yourself?
The former. I know that I can always adjust if needed and I think I'm not that bold to stand my ground and compete with the majority. I just care too much about other people that I always put them first above myself.
12) Are you the kind that thinks before speaking or do you speak before thinking? Do you prefer one-on-one communication or group discussions?
I prefer one-on-one communication because I know I would be more comfortable to voice out my thoughts. Contrary, I don't like group discussions/meetings wherein I would be expected to speak immediately. I always process my thoughts first, gathering information before coming up with a desired statement. Hence, it's not helpful when I would be asked and would be expected to answer promptly especially when I'm in the presence of a lot of people.
13) Do you jump into action right away or do you like to know where are you jumping before leaping? Does action speaks more than words?
I would like to think carefully and assess possible consequences before I decide on something. With the second question, I'm sorry if I may have different thoughts on this. Firstly, in the sense that I know I could relay and interpret my thoughts better through words (writing, most specifically). And sometimes, people act too much but cannot put *meaning* or definite label on what they are doing; sometimes it could lead to ambiguous definitions and various interpretations--it could be deceitful. Yet, I know that some ideas/notions would be more effective if put into action (e.g. statutes, Economic principles, etc.).
14) It's Saturday. You're at home, and your favorite show is about to start. Your friends call you for a night out. What will you do?
Eh. I'd probably decline. I'm not really interested in night outs or going out in particular. Besides, why the sudden decision to hang out? Spontaneous adventures could appeal me sometimes but not this time because I already have a plan beforehand--which is to watch my favorite show. Haha! Unless it's an emergency, I'd decline them nicely.
15) How do you act when you're stressed out?
Ugh. This may sound ugly. WARNING!
When my predicament involves other people: I tend to act a bit manipulative . I mean not in a literal way, but I play out a role wherein I act on a way that I know I would be able to get my desired outcome. I appear as if I take all the blame or I self-pity but in fact I just want them to listen to my side in the most subtle way (if I may say so). I also tend to lash out easily on the slightest provocations, which I don't normally do because I dislike offending someone on purpose.
However, when it's just a personal problem: I sometimes think as if I've lost all hope and just want to *end everything*. I would blame *the universe* and ask why it always throws the worst possible scenarios to me. I tend to seek out moral support as if to entreat for second opinion and justifications on how I feel/think. Other times, I'd be impulsive to finally do something that I've been thinking about for the longest time, when I didn't have the courage to do it before. Basically, I have the urge to escape and indulge into something safe or what I think is right even if later on when I'm already okay I would realize that it's just a temporary solution to my problem. But I also tend to abandon relationships/situations without remorse if I know that they are not working anymore and they are just putting me into a mental and emotional stress.
16) What makes you dislike the personalities of some people?
Above all, (1) I hate pretentiousness. I hate people who are very inauthentic and pretends to be someone they are not. (2) I also dislike people who think they can rule or control others just because they deem that they are in a higher hierarchy above others, or if they deem that since they are more privileged, they are already superior and can manipulate others. (3) I also dislike when people judge others based on shallow reasoning (e.g. physical appearance, generalizing everyone, etc.). Lastly, (4) I hate people who only encourage gossips, nonsensical or trivial conversations. I mean I don't want to define myself as one of those "uwu I hate small talk uwu" people, but I already dislike much social interaction with people I'm not comfortable with, much so with conversing with them about frivolous topics.
17) Is there anything you really like talking about with other people?
Feelings. Worldly mysteries and whatnots. Societal issues. Politics. Really, I love engaging into deep conversations that would enable me to think profoundly. I also love talking about common interests with people I'm not that close with (mainly to tempt them into my other interests that they are not familiar with. Heh-heh-heh)
18) What kind of things do you pay the least attention to in your life?
Eh. My health. I would just be aware of my health if I am actually feeling something already. I don't engage into activities to enhance my well-being or take supplements to improve my health or prevent any illnesses (again, unless I'm already sick). I believe that if I am indeed sick or is suffering from a certain illness, there would be others who can properly diagnose it for me later on, no need to prepare or prevent anything.
19) How do your friends perceive you? What is wrong about their perception? ? What would your friends never say about your personality ?
(I'm sorry for this irrelevant info and for getting side-tracked but, my definition of a friend is someone I can connect with deeply, someone I can absolutely trust, someone that I can share days of laughter and days of sorrows as well, and someone I can talk to about everything under the sun—and I mean, everything. It's just that I'm a very private person and I only let very few people know the deeper side of me. So perhaps it may differ from the usual definition that most people is familiar of. I have an inner circle (which are my friends) and outer circle which are what I call acquaintances though perhaps they think that I would label them as friends, but I don't. (I'm sorry if that sounds harsh). In that sense, I would answer this on the known definition of 'friend', on my vocabulary 'my acquaintances', but not my friends. Hope that makes sense..)
Acquaintances of mine, people whom I see and work with almost everyday, and people who don't really know me deeply, seem that I'm a very loquacious, loud and outgoing person. But what they don't know is that I am very introverted (outside MBTI definition), I tend to be very profound (to the point of speaking too cheesy), and just because I was born to a lavish kind of lifestyle, doesn't mean that I can't live modestly as well (I even have this desire). Perhaps, what they won't say is that I am "very emotional" because well, I'm very emotional I might cry when they say that. Ha!
20) You got a whole day to do whatever you like. What kind of activities do you feel like doing?
Researching about just whatever caught my interest. Reading. Watching movies/TV series. Really, anything wherein I can escape to my mind, just fantasize.
Last words:
Thanks again for taking time and effort to read my post. Hope anybody could help. Have a great day
Moving back, any comments and inputs would be more than appreciated. Thanks in advance for taking your time to read this.
1) What aspect of your personality made you unsure of your type?
I can relate most to a particular type but I won't disclose it yet to avoid bias conclusions (hope that is alright). But after much interest to know more about MBTI and cognitive functions in general, reading over a profusion of articles daunted me a bit. I've learned that there are certain degree on how the functions seem more vivid or stronger, depending on their position on the stack that somehow certain descriptions and definitions made me feel like I can relate to other types as well. I took key2cognition test as well. Though it's one of the most recognized MBTI online tests, I don't think I'm the best person to vouch for the accuracy of my result.
2) What do you yearn for in life? Why?
I truly yearn for finding my real purpose and essence in life. I don't desire to conceive something on an ambitious scale, but I want to make an important contribution and impact to society. I am very keen in helping others whenever I can, but I don't mean that I'm a "save humanity" type of advocate. I do want to start from something small because I believe that if I can do even just a simple act and reach out to very specific people, perhaps somehow, it leaves a significant impact to the world as well--and from there, something great could erupt. For instance, I love listening and consoling people. It's one of my weaknesses and my real transports of delight to make others feel better whenever they feel down, or even if they just need someone to vent out their feelings and apprehensions. Without prevarications, I am more than glad to help out and reach out to others just because it pleasures me to. If possible, I would want to engage into this kind of endeavor.
Also, I also want to have my own family in the future. In consistency for my previous notion, I don't think living in a lavish kind of lifestyle is a prerequisite for my ideal vision of family life. I value the relationship that I may have on my future partner and children more, and the unconditional love and guidance I can give to them.
3) Think about a time where you felt like you were at your finest. Tell us what made you feel that way.
Rarely do I feel fine lately.. But I can recall the time wherein I felt like I contributed something with real value and I was able to share my knowledge on a particular situation. I felt excellent during this particular time because it is one of my joys to be able to impart something valuable when I know that I can. When I do contribute something (especially my knowledge on something), it makes me feel distinguished even if no reward or acknowledgement would be given to me. And I hate being put in that kind of spotlight to be honest, just to know that I was able to contribute and help out others, and somebody appreciated my effort, that is more than enough for me already.
4) What makes you feel inferior?
I feel inferior when some people underestimate me (most especially my intellect) and won't give me a chance because they tend to be so prejudiced to judge me based on physical appearance alone (no brag intended, sorry!). I don't see myself as a highly intellectual person, but when people assume that all my interests include fashion, beauty and other girly things (not that I'm saying that there is something wrong to be interested on these things), I feel so offended. My previous work colleagues didn't expect me to be what I really am and what I can do, because they judged me outright.
5) What tends to weigh on your decisions? (Do you think about people, pro-cons, how you feel about it, etc.)
I always consider the effect to majority and the consensus of people that would be involved on that particular decision. Or if it's on a personal scale, I would still seek approval from people that would somehow be affected of my decision.
6) When working on a project what is normally your emphasis? Do you like to have control of the outcome?
When working on a project, I would want for it to be as impeccable as I can and to be able to achieve the objectives given in totality. I usually polish a certain project as much as I can, scrutinize everything and ensure that there wouldn't be loopholes and is error-free as much as possible.
7) Describe a time where you had a lot of fun. How is your memory of it?
I was conversing with my older relatives about my feelings, plans and life in general. I felt joyful in the sense that despite my presumption that nobody would listen to me anymore, that nobody would accept me anymore, and that nobody understands me, there they are, willing to listen and embrace my flaws. Really, just accept me for who I was, and for who I really am. They just made me feel loved. After divulging my innermost feelings to them (and crying), we just had a lot of fun: bonding and making japes at each other. It's like an explosion of emotions. Going from zero to absolute euphoria.
8) When you want to learn something new, what feels more natural for you?
Hmm. I think I'm geared towards completely understanding a concept/topic. I would seek inner principles and would tend to ask the "why's and how's" to comprehend more. I would learn and understand better if I know the underlying factors on what makes this certain method [idea] effective [acceptable]. Sometimes (if applicable), I would also reflect if I can relate to an idea as well, or if it could be applied on the particular situation. I could memorize in verbatim, only if I have understood the concept first. However, I don't think I actually need to exercise/practise something for me to be able to grasp the idea.
9) How organized do you think of yourself as?
I tend to be messy on things that I don't really pay attention to, or to things that I think would not really benefit me significantly. To be more specific, I don't really fix my bed because I'm usually in a rush on mornings and I think that my time would be better spent on other more important activities. My closet could also be a prime illustration of entropy. But my files, books and other documents are sorted properly. I also tend to make budgets and schedules; somehow they act as reminders, and enable me to forecast things accurately.
10) How do you judge new ideas? You try to understand the principles behind it to see if they make sense or do you look for information that supports it?
Both. I always try to understand the underlying meaning. If I think that there is still a need to, I would also look for proven information and reliable sources.
11) You find harmony by making sure everyone is doing fine and belonging to a given group or by making sure that you follow what you believe and being yourself?
The former. I know that I can always adjust if needed and I think I'm not that bold to stand my ground and compete with the majority. I just care too much about other people that I always put them first above myself.
12) Are you the kind that thinks before speaking or do you speak before thinking? Do you prefer one-on-one communication or group discussions?
I prefer one-on-one communication because I know I would be more comfortable to voice out my thoughts. Contrary, I don't like group discussions/meetings wherein I would be expected to speak immediately. I always process my thoughts first, gathering information before coming up with a desired statement. Hence, it's not helpful when I would be asked and would be expected to answer promptly especially when I'm in the presence of a lot of people.
13) Do you jump into action right away or do you like to know where are you jumping before leaping? Does action speaks more than words?
I would like to think carefully and assess possible consequences before I decide on something. With the second question, I'm sorry if I may have different thoughts on this. Firstly, in the sense that I know I could relay and interpret my thoughts better through words (writing, most specifically). And sometimes, people act too much but cannot put *meaning* or definite label on what they are doing; sometimes it could lead to ambiguous definitions and various interpretations--it could be deceitful. Yet, I know that some ideas/notions would be more effective if put into action (e.g. statutes, Economic principles, etc.).
14) It's Saturday. You're at home, and your favorite show is about to start. Your friends call you for a night out. What will you do?
Eh. I'd probably decline. I'm not really interested in night outs or going out in particular. Besides, why the sudden decision to hang out? Spontaneous adventures could appeal me sometimes but not this time because I already have a plan beforehand--which is to watch my favorite show. Haha! Unless it's an emergency, I'd decline them nicely.
15) How do you act when you're stressed out?
Ugh. This may sound ugly. WARNING!
When my predicament involves other people: I tend to act a bit manipulative . I mean not in a literal way, but I play out a role wherein I act on a way that I know I would be able to get my desired outcome. I appear as if I take all the blame or I self-pity but in fact I just want them to listen to my side in the most subtle way (if I may say so). I also tend to lash out easily on the slightest provocations, which I don't normally do because I dislike offending someone on purpose.
However, when it's just a personal problem: I sometimes think as if I've lost all hope and just want to *end everything*. I would blame *the universe* and ask why it always throws the worst possible scenarios to me. I tend to seek out moral support as if to entreat for second opinion and justifications on how I feel/think. Other times, I'd be impulsive to finally do something that I've been thinking about for the longest time, when I didn't have the courage to do it before. Basically, I have the urge to escape and indulge into something safe or what I think is right even if later on when I'm already okay I would realize that it's just a temporary solution to my problem. But I also tend to abandon relationships/situations without remorse if I know that they are not working anymore and they are just putting me into a mental and emotional stress.
16) What makes you dislike the personalities of some people?
Above all, (1) I hate pretentiousness. I hate people who are very inauthentic and pretends to be someone they are not. (2) I also dislike people who think they can rule or control others just because they deem that they are in a higher hierarchy above others, or if they deem that since they are more privileged, they are already superior and can manipulate others. (3) I also dislike when people judge others based on shallow reasoning (e.g. physical appearance, generalizing everyone, etc.). Lastly, (4) I hate people who only encourage gossips, nonsensical or trivial conversations. I mean I don't want to define myself as one of those "uwu I hate small talk uwu" people, but I already dislike much social interaction with people I'm not comfortable with, much so with conversing with them about frivolous topics.
17) Is there anything you really like talking about with other people?
Feelings. Worldly mysteries and whatnots. Societal issues. Politics. Really, I love engaging into deep conversations that would enable me to think profoundly. I also love talking about common interests with people I'm not that close with (mainly to tempt them into my other interests that they are not familiar with. Heh-heh-heh)
18) What kind of things do you pay the least attention to in your life?
Eh. My health. I would just be aware of my health if I am actually feeling something already. I don't engage into activities to enhance my well-being or take supplements to improve my health or prevent any illnesses (again, unless I'm already sick). I believe that if I am indeed sick or is suffering from a certain illness, there would be others who can properly diagnose it for me later on, no need to prepare or prevent anything.
19) How do your friends perceive you? What is wrong about their perception? ? What would your friends never say about your personality ?
(I'm sorry for this irrelevant info and for getting side-tracked but, my definition of a friend is someone I can connect with deeply, someone I can absolutely trust, someone that I can share days of laughter and days of sorrows as well, and someone I can talk to about everything under the sun—and I mean, everything. It's just that I'm a very private person and I only let very few people know the deeper side of me. So perhaps it may differ from the usual definition that most people is familiar of. I have an inner circle (which are my friends) and outer circle which are what I call acquaintances though perhaps they think that I would label them as friends, but I don't. (I'm sorry if that sounds harsh). In that sense, I would answer this on the known definition of 'friend', on my vocabulary 'my acquaintances', but not my friends. Hope that makes sense..)
Acquaintances of mine, people whom I see and work with almost everyday, and people who don't really know me deeply, seem that I'm a very loquacious, loud and outgoing person. But what they don't know is that I am very introverted (outside MBTI definition), I tend to be very profound (to the point of speaking too cheesy), and just because I was born to a lavish kind of lifestyle, doesn't mean that I can't live modestly as well (I even have this desire). Perhaps, what they won't say is that I am "very emotional" because well, I'm very emotional I might cry when they say that. Ha!
20) You got a whole day to do whatever you like. What kind of activities do you feel like doing?
Researching about just whatever caught my interest. Reading. Watching movies/TV series. Really, anything wherein I can escape to my mind, just fantasize.
Last words:
Thanks again for taking time and effort to read my post. Hope anybody could help. Have a great day