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Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The Constructive Use of Differences

Introversion Intuition Feeling Perceiving - INFP

Idealistic, loyal to their values and to people who are important to them. Want an external life that is congruent with their values. Curious, quick to see possibilities, can be catalysts for implementing ideas. Seek to understand people and to help them fulfill their potential. Adaptable, flexible, and accepting unless a value is threatened. ~www.myersbriggs.org

Traits of an INFP

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  • selective
  • value relationships
  • devoted
  • committed
  • empathetic
  • creative
  • loyal
  • virtuous
  • long-range vision
  • idealistic
  • compassionate
  • reserved
  • curious
  • flexible
  • concerned
  • introspective
  • gentle
  • original
  • reticent
  • individual
  • deep
  • complex
  • appreciative nature

INFP Stressors

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  • people/work impeding on individuality
  • mundane work
  • negativity from others
  • time management required of me
  • crowds; too many people
  • disharmony
  • metric
  • being met with criticism
  • decisions
  • critical
  • being rushed
  • shutting down my ideas
  • unclear expectations
  • open disrespect 
  • routine
  • values undermined or challenged