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Introvertia's [Yet Another Questionnaire]

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#1 ·
1. Is there anything that may affect the way you answer the questions? For example, a stressful time, mental illness, medications, special life circumstances? Other useful information includes sex, age, and current state of mind.

I'm yet another stressed student. I've had problems with mental health in the past but currently symptom-free and take no medication. I'm a 30 year old tired woman. :D

2. Study these two images here and here. Which one do you prefer and why? How would you describe it?

I prefer the first one with ocean and night sky with aurora borealis appearing in the horizon. It has a calming, relaxing atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd want to be at right now. I imagine there are no other human beings nearby ruining the quiet. A wine bottle, good company and a telescope would make it an ideal way to spend a night. I love the shades of jade on the left side.

3. Please describe yourself as a person if you were to introduce yourself to someone else like in a cover letter. What kind of person are you and why?

I'm a nursing student specializing in mental health and drug addictions. I've changed my focus career wise a few times, because I can't seem to settle down with only one, and I'm planning on continue studying further. I want to learn as much as it's humanly possible during my life time and develop myself as a human being. I'm definitely an introverted personality. My interests on spare time revolve around activities in which I can engage by myself: reading books from facts to fiction, watching films, series, documentaries, playing games, painting, exercising girya, going jogging in the woods. I enjoy boxing with a partner or alone. The most important elements in life for me are close people (friends and family), health (exercise, food, sleep), books (knowledge and education), having my own space and time. I often wonder how I could evolve as an individual. I'm more likely staying at home on friday night than going out with friends. I have zero interest in bars, clubs, pubs, opportunism, status seeking, shallow people, open relationship, porn - they're all themes to suggest / discuss with me if one wants me to disappear in an instant.

4. What kind of person would you LIKE to be? Why? What kind of person would you NOT want to be? Why?

I'd like to be extroverted, social, outgoing, full of energy - and I'm none of these traits. People around me seem to bond and meet outside of work, and sometimes I'd like to be included/include myself more actively, but if I start thinking about it further, I doubt I'd enjoy their company, because we have little in common. I'm afraid of growing up bitter, disappointed in world, shallow, never leaving a mark in the world, forgotten as anonymous, as if I never existed, afraid to trust others. Although I easily lean into pessimistic direction, I'm a secret romantic, I wish everything has a meaning and connects eventually, even if I'm unable to see it now.

5. Do you think there are any differences to how you described yourself and how people actually perceive you? How do you think others would describe you? If there are any discrepancies between these two that are you are aware of; do you know why exactly that is?

I'm aware I have a tendency to belittle myself, downplay my achievements, concentrate too much on my negative traits, instead of giving myself credit for what I've accomplished and how much I have grown mentally. I've been told by someone else that I should trust myself more, because I'm brilliant and intelligent, but I have difficulty bringing my ideas into light, probably because of the negative experiences I had in the adoslecence (heavy bullying that lead to severe depression), I'm quite sure they played a part in the development of my self-esteem. Strangers would probably describe me as quiet, calm and chill. My friends have described me as intense, funny, witty. I think I lack fundamental trust in people, thus I act more reserved initially than I am actually, but that's only the mask I wear until I feel comfortable. That is, outside of professional settings. As a nurse, I'm open, positive, I completely concentrate on clients, forgetting myself.

6. What in life do you find to be of importance? Why? If you are unsure you can always take the Value Test and post the results here. Do note that it helps if you narrow it down to 20 or ideally 10 values as suggested at stage 2.

1. Inspiration
2. Imagination
3. Dreaming
4. Curiosity
5. Intelligence
6. Solitude
7. Reflection
8. Connection
9. Uniqueness
10. Vision

I'm at my happiest when I'm inspired by my imagination and dreams, explore the ideas that emerge from within, and apply it somehow, most frequently by painting or writing.

7. How do you react to new situations in your life? Can you describe an event in your life where you were in an unknown situation? How did you deal with it?

New situations in life excite me, because they throw me off my game. It's an opportunity to learn something new about myself that I wasn't aware of. I function the best when I don't know what happens next, thus react naturally. I have a tendency to overthink and wind myself up, get all worried, think of the possibilities what could go wrong. The latest unknown situations was beginning my studies in a new unit, new location, new people, new professors and teachers, new subjects, new everything. The shedule has been hectic and overbooked. Turns out, I thrive in this environment. I'm highly motivated, working on multiple projects simultaneously. In my previous school, we concentrated on one big project for long-term, which made me numb, dull-minded, unmotivated, bored. I was anxious at first, worried for social dynamics, but my fellow students are mostly wonderful people.

8. Please describe yourself when you are in a stressful situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I get overwhelmed initially internally, but mostly remain calm and clear-minded. Example, handling extremely aggressive patient at the ward afterwards. Other nurses were afraid of the man, discussed in the break room how they're not happy about having to deal with him that morning, because he'd been in a bad, explosive, impulsive, unpredictable mood, taking it out on the staff. I was in a shock initially, but able to return into professional role, in which I approached him calmly, told him I want to help him, asked him how I could help him. Remaining peaceful myself, talking in a soft tone also calmed him down. Afterwards, he expressed shame for his behavior and we were able to decrypt the situation and I gained insight from his perspective. Instead of avoidance, I face challenges, even though scary. Meeting a person and talking to them as a human, instead of treating them as mere patients with diagnoses did the trick. It's not rocket science. Instead of fight or flight, I'm aware the key is to remain calm by yourself before anything else.

9. Please describe yourself when you are in an enjoyable situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I'm in a forest, completely alone, I've not met anyone while wandering there. No joggers, no cyclists, no people taking out their dogs, just me and the forest. I'm completely relaxed, all of my senses are engaged by the environment itself and all the inhabitats that go unseen, but you know they are there, watching you, from the highest branches above.

10. Describe your relationship to socialization. How do you perceive one-on-one interaction? How do you perceive group interaction?

I prefer one-on-one interaction, because is the most intimate interaction. It's easier for me to focus on one person at a time and our relationship. In a group, there are group dynamics at play, roles change, people are not genuine. I acknowledge the importance of group interaction, but I've learned people don't open up the same way as they would alone. I work fine in a group, although I'm less vocal, more of an observer on the side.

11. Describe your relationship to society. What are the elements of it you hold important or unimportant (e.g. social norms, values, customs, traditions)? How do you see people as a whole?

Society is highly flawed system. In it's current state, it unfairly favors the one who have a better starting point, a more resourceful initial setting. I have very little interest or value for social norms, especially gender roles, customary settings and traditions culturally on a societal level. Forcing people to fit into a mold that is unnatural to them is the modern slavery. We're not free with free-will, we're dependent on the system. I wish I existed detached and independently from current society.

12. Describe your relationship to authority. How do you perceive authority? What does it mean to you, and how do you deal with it?

On bigger scale, I don't have much respect or trust for authority. On the contrary, an authoritarian figure or government is more likely to receive resistence, even hostile attitude from me. On a more narrow, everyday scale, I'll give authority the minimum obedience required to coexist, but not quietly. I consider them to be on the same line as me, not above me.

13. Describe your relationship to order and chaos. What do order and chaos mean to you? How do they manifest in your daily life?

I'd say they're in a good balance in my life specifically. I do enjoy a little chaos. Physical evidence would be my apartment. My notebooks at school tell the same tale. My computer is the only thing in order. Studies have taught me methodic ways to work, which is definitely not my natural way. There are procedures required to perform in specific order, although it's not the most efficient one, but old establishments are against development, it seems.

14. What is it that you fear in life? Why? How does this fear manifest to you both in how you think and how you act?

I fear I lose meaning, because when it happens, all crumbles. I've experienced it before, I'm afraid of losing control. I fear being weak, failure, phoney. I aim for genuinity, constantly re-evaluating if I'm truly being myself. At times, I feel lost, which scares me the most in life. When I lose direction, I lose meaning. Sometimes I procrastinate heavily until the very last moment, because I can't achieve perfectionism. I have high standards for myself and I can't be happy knowing if I less of myself than I could have, were able to. On the other side of the spectrum, I drown myself in a project completely, so that everything else stops existing, perfecting every detail that forms entirety I'm pleased with. I want to understand everything, but it's not humanly possible in a life time and it's something that scares me. You know, you have to choose your books. You simply can't read every book, there's not enough time. How do you make a decision like that? It seems so final, which scares me.

15. What is it that you desire in life? What do you strive to achieve? Why? Where do you think these drives and desires stem from or are inspired by?

I desire to form a deeper connection with another human being that exceeds all others in intimacy. I want intensity. I dream of having a child one day, with a person I truly love and connect with, have a being that is the total sum of both of us. I want depth and knowledge. I'm almost desperate to leave a mark in the world. I'm painting my life, ideas, thoughts, emotions on canvases. I wish to leave anything behind, even then. It excites me to think about this: after I'm gone, someone finds a painting I made, no matter where, it could be a dumping area, they find it and it affects them, in any way. Any response. It would be mark in them and it would carry on it's journey, now as a part of them. Perhaps they wrote about it, someone else read it, they experience an epiphany, now a part of both us passes on to other person. I'm aware I affect people around me every day, it truly motivates me. I'm leaving pieces of myself behind without knowing it in the moment, but it's happening all the time. I want to live for the mere fact this is reality, not just my imagination, it's actually happening in segments tied to moments and passed on indefinitely. Everything connects.

16. a) What activities energize you most? b) What activities drain you most? Why?

Painting and writing energizes me. Reading about other people's thoughts and ideas, they inspire me. Wandering alone in the forests. Sometimes a mere heavy, physical exercise energizes me. Socializing drains me. I love talking with people, but it exhausts me. I need to be alone often to balance it out. I feel when I'm interacting with someone, it's intimate. Especially when dealing with people who struggle in life, combined with temporarily extremely fragile minds. Every gesture, every tone, every word I say, they analyze me. They're very talented at picking up my mood. I have to be careful in their presence, yet open and genuine, but also maintain appropriate distance - everything I do has a meaning. I can't afford to miscommunicate. It's truly draining but simultaneously meaningful to me in return.

17. Why do you want to know your type? What type do you think you are? Why this/these type(s)? Is there a type that appeals to you, to your self-perception, that you would like to be? Why? If you know your enneagram, please post this here. If you have done any online function tests such as the Keys2Cognition, it helps if you post these results here as well.

For fun, honestly. I've never been typed successfully, it's all speculations. It'd be interesting to find out my type and at best, learn something new about myself. I type as unknown, because I don't feel like I fit types I've received as results, such as ISTJ. I typed myself ISTJ for a long time, again typed as ISTJ by someone else in my first and previous thread, but also speculated to be INTP and INFP. The more I read about cognitive functions, the more unsure I grow considering my type. ISTJ doesn't appeal to me, but I've thought it must be a solid alternative, since it's popping up. I don't relate to ISTJ descriptions, but evidently that is also typical for ISTJ? It's confusing and doesn't make much sense to me. I suppose I could be trying to achieve some kind of closure so I can move on to other things and leave MBTI on the side for a while after this. Keys2Cognition always results in INTP.

Cognitive Process
extraverted Sensing (Se) *************** (15)
unused

introverted Sensing (Si) ************* (13.4)
unused

extraverted Intuiting (Ne) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

introverted Intuiting (Ni) ****************************************** (42.1)
excellent use

extraverted Thinking (Te) *********************** (23.9)
limited use

introverted Thinking (Ti) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

extraverted Feeling (Fe) ************* (13.6)
unused

introverted Feeling (Fi) *************************************** (40)
excellent use

18. Finally, is there something else you find to be of importance you want to add about yourself you think might be of relevance when helping to type you?

Perhaps I'm untypable, doomed to roam for eternity as unknown in the general chat area. Free my spirit, pls.
 
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I understand those results suggest INTP, yet they aren't a million miles away from ENTP, INFP or ENFP.
How well do you feel you understood each phrase on the keys2cognition test?

You strike me as having a well-balanced personality (a good thing) - there's probably an argument for all of the above types (though by dichotomy, take out any E types lol).. and more - I can see pretty solid cases for ISFJ, ISFP, ISTJ, INFJ and INTJ from those responses too - somewhere between INTP and ISFJ would be my guess, I realise ISFJ doesn't match your results on the keys2cognition test.
Kinda seem like a female version of me a bit. Hm.


Is there any particular type that you resonate the most with?


Have a read of this:
http://personalitycafe.com/myers-briggs-forum/222794-descriptions-mbti-step-ii-facets.html

Take note of which facet you prefer, then you should be able to tally 'em up and type yourself accordingly via dichotomy, then just let the cognitive functions fall where they may.

Let us know how it goes!

EDIT: Can you elaborate on why you score yourself so poorly on Fe in the keys2cognition test, yet there is a load of Fe in your responses - could be Fi, though, since you did score highly on that.
I wouldn't be surprised if you find yourself leaning more F than T according to the facets.
 
#3 ·
1. Is there anything that may affect the way you answer the questions? For example, a stressful time, mental illness, medications, special life circumstances? Other useful information includes sex, age, and current state of mind.

I'm yet another stressed student. I've had problems with mental health in the past but currently symptom-free and take no medication. I'm a 30 year old tired woman. :D

2. Study these two images here and here. Which one do you prefer and why? How would you describe it?

I prefer the first one with ocean and night sky with aurora borealis appearing in the horizon. It has a calming, relaxing atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd want to be at right now. I imagine there are no other human beings nearby ruining the quiet. A wine bottle, good company and a telescope would make it an ideal way to spend a night. I love the shades of jade on the left side.

3. Please describe yourself as a person if you were to introduce yourself to someone else like in a cover letter. What kind of person are you and why?

I'm a nursing student specializing in mental health and drug addictions. I've changed my focus career wise a few times, because I can't seem to settle down with only one, and I'm planning on continue studying further. I want to learn as much as it's humanly possible during my life time and develop myself as a human being. I'm definitely an introverted personality. My interests on spare time revolve around activities in which I can engage by myself: reading books from facts to fiction, watching films, series, documentaries, playing games, painting, exercising girya, going jogging in the woods. I enjoy boxing with a partner or alone. The most important elements in life for me are close people (friends and family), health (exercise, food, sleep), books (knowledge and education), having my own space and time. I often wonder how I could evolve as an individual. I'm more likely staying at home on friday night than going out with friends. I have zero interest in bars, clubs, pubs, opportunism, status seeking, shallow people, open relationship, porn - they're all themes to suggest / discuss with me if one wants me to disappear in an instant.

4. What kind of person would you LIKE to be? Why? What kind of person would you NOT want to be? Why?

I'd like to be extroverted, social, outgoing, full of energy - and I'm none of these traits. People around me seem to bond and meet outside of work, and sometimes I'd like to be included/include myself more actively, but if I start thinking about it further, I doubt I'd enjoy their company, because we have little in common. I'm afraid of growing up bitter, disappointed in world, shallow, never leaving a mark in the world, forgotten as anonymous, as if I never existed, afraid to trust others. Although I easily lean into pessimistic direction, I'm a secret romantic, I wish everything has a meaning and connects eventually, even if I'm unable to see it now.

5. Do you think there are any differences to how you described yourself and how people actually perceive you? How do you think others would describe you? If there are any discrepancies between these two that are you are aware of; do you know why exactly that is?

I'm aware I have a tendency to belittle myself, downplay my achievements, concentrate too much on my negative traits, instead of giving myself credit for what I've accomplished and how much I have grown mentally. I've been told by someone else that I should trust myself more, because I'm brilliant and intelligent, but I have difficulty bringing my ideas into light, probably because of the negative experiences I had in the adoslecence (heavy bullying that lead to severe depression), I'm quite sure they played a part in the development of my self-esteem. Strangers would probably describe me as quiet, calm and chill. My friends have described me as intense, funny, witty. I think I lack fundamental trust in people, thus I act more reserved initially than I am actually, but that's only the mask I wear until I feel comfortable. That is, outside of professional settings. As a nurse, I'm open, positive, I completely concentrate on clients, forgetting myself.

6. What in life do you find to be of importance? Why? If you are unsure you can always take the Value Test and post the results here. Do note that it helps if you narrow it down to 20 or ideally 10 values as suggested at stage 2.

1. Inspiration
2. Imagination
3. Dreaming
4. Curiosity
5. Intelligence
6. Solitude
7. Reflection
8. Connection
9. Uniqueness
10. Vision

I'm at my happiest when I'm inspired by my imagination and dreams, explore the ideas that emerge from within, and apply it somehow, most frequently by painting or writing.

7. How do you react to new situations in your life? Can you describe an event in your life where you were in an unknown situation? How did you deal with it?

New situations in life excite me, because they throw me off my game. It's an opportunity to learn something new about myself that I wasn't aware of. I function the best when I don't know what happens next, thus react naturally. I have a tendency to overthink and wind myself up, get all worried, think of the possibilities what could go wrong. The latest unknown situations was beginning my studies in a new unit, new location, new people, new professors and teachers, new subjects, new everything. The shedule has been hectic and overbooked. Turns out, I thrive in this environment. I'm highly motivated, working on multiple projects simultaneously. In my previous school, we concentrated on one big project for long-term, which made me numb, dull-minded, unmotivated, bored. I was anxious at first, worried for social dynamics, but my fellow students are mostly wonderful people.

8. Please describe yourself when you are in a stressful situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I get overwhelmed initially internally, but mostly remain calm and clear-minded. Example, handling extremely aggressive patient at the ward afterwards. Other nurses were afraid of the man, discussed in the break room how they're not happy about having to deal with him that morning, because he'd been in a bad, explosive, impulsive, unpredictable mood, taking it out on the staff. I was in a shock initially, but able to return into professional role, in which I approached him calmly, told him I want to help him, asked him how I could help him. Remaining peaceful myself, talking in a soft tone also calmed him down. Afterwards, he expressed shame for his behavior and we were able to decrypt the situation and I gained insight from his perspective. Instead of avoidance, I face challenges, even though scary. Meeting a person and talking to them as a human, instead of treating them as mere patients with diagnoses did the trick. It's not rocket science. Instead of fight or flight, I'm aware the key is to remain calm by yourself before anything else.

9. Please describe yourself when you are in an enjoyable situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I'm in a forest, completely alone, I've not met anyone while wandering there. No joggers, no cyclists, no people taking out their dogs, just me and the forest. I'm completely relaxed, all of my senses are engaged by the environment itself and all the inhabitats that go unseen, but you know they are there, watching you, from the highest branches above.

10. Describe your relationship to socialization. How do you perceive one-on-one interaction? How do you perceive group interaction?

I prefer one-on-one interaction, because is the most intimate interaction. It's easier for me to focus on one person at a time and our relationship. In a group, there are group dynamics at play, roles change, people are not genuine. I acknowledge the importance of group interaction, but I've learned people don't open up the same way as they would alone. I work fine in a group, although I'm less vocal, more of an observer on the side.

11. Describe your relationship to society. What are the elements of it you hold important or unimportant (e.g. social norms, values, customs, traditions)? How do you see people as a whole?

Society is highly flawed system. In it's current state, it unfairly favors the one who have a better starting point, a more resourceful initial setting. I have very little interest or value for social norms, especially gender roles, customary settings and traditions culturally on a societal level. Forcing people to fit into a mold that is unnatural to them is the modern slavery. We're not free with free-will, we're dependent on the system. I wish I existed detached and independently from current society.

12. Describe your relationship to authority. How do you perceive authority? What does it mean to you, and how do you deal with it?

On bigger scale, I don't have much respect or trust for authority. On the contrary, an authoritarian figure or government is more likely to receive resistence, even hostile attitude from me. On a more narrow, everyday scale, I'll give authority the minimum obedience required to coexist, but not quietly. I consider them to be on the same line as me, not above me.

13. Describe your relationship to order and chaos. What do order and chaos mean to you? How do they manifest in your daily life?

I'd say they're in a good balance in my life specifically. I do enjoy a little chaos. Physical evidence would be my apartment. My notebooks at school tell the same tale. My computer is the only thing in order. Studies have taught me methodic ways to work, which is definitely not my natural way. There are procedures required to perform in specific order, although it's not the most efficient one, but old establishments are against development, it seems.

14. What is it that you fear in life? Why? How does this fear manifest to you both in how you think and how you act?

I fear I lose meaning, because when it happens, all crumbles. I've experienced it before, I'm afraid of losing control. I fear being weak, failure, phoney. I aim for genuinity, constantly re-evaluating if I'm truly being myself. At times, I feel lost, which scares me the most in life. When I lose direction, I lose meaning. Sometimes I procrastinate heavily until the very last moment, because I can't achieve perfectionism. I have high standards for myself and I can't be happy knowing if I less of myself than I could have, were able to. On the other side of the spectrum, I drown myself in a project completely, so that everything else stops existing, perfecting every detail that forms entirety I'm pleased with. I want to understand everything, but it's not humanly possible in a life time and it's something that scares me. You know, you have to choose your books. You simply can't read every book, there's not enough time. How do you make a decision like that? It seems so final, which scares me.

15. What is it that you desire in life? What do you strive to achieve? Why? Where do you think these drives and desires stem from or are inspired by?

I desire to form a deeper connection with another human being that exceeds all others in intimacy. I want intensity. I dream of having a child one day, with a person I truly love and connect with, have a being that is the total sum of both of us. I want depth and knowledge. I'm almost desperate to leave a mark in the world. I'm painting my life, ideas, thoughts, emotions on canvases. I wish to leave anything behind, even then. It excites me to think about this: after I'm gone, someone finds a painting I made, no matter where, it could be a dumping area, they find it and it affects them, in any way. Any response. It would be mark in them and it would carry on it's journey, now as a part of them. Perhaps they wrote about it, someone else read it, they experience an epiphany, now a part of both us passes on to other person. I'm aware I affect people around me every day, it truly motivates me. I'm leaving pieces of myself behind without knowing it in the moment, but it's happening all the time. I want to live for the mere fact this is reality, not just my imagination, it's actually happening in segments tied to moments and passed on indefinitely. Everything connects.

16. a) What activities energize you most? b) What activities drain you most? Why?

Painting and writing energizes me. Reading about other people's thoughts and ideas, they inspire me. Wandering alone in the forests. Sometimes a mere heavy, physical exercise energizes me. Socializing drains me. I love talking with people, but it exhausts me. I need to be alone often to balance it out. I feel when I'm interacting with someone, it's intimate. Especially when dealing with people who struggle in life, combined with temporarily extremely fragile minds. Every gesture, every tone, every word I say, they analyze me. They're very talented at picking up my mood. I have to be careful in their presence, yet open and genuine, but also maintain appropriate distance - everything I do has a meaning. I can't afford to miscommunicate. It's truly draining but simultaneously meaningful to me in return.

17. Why do you want to know your type? What type do you think you are? Why this/these type(s)? Is there a type that appeals to you, to your self-perception, that you would like to be? Why? If you know your enneagram, please post this here. If you have done any online function tests such as the Keys2Cognition, it helps if you post these results here as well.

For fun, honestly. I've never been typed successfully, it's all speculations. It'd be interesting to find out my type and at best, learn something new about myself. I type as unknown, because I don't feel like I fit types I've received as results, such as ISTJ. I typed myself ISTJ for a long time, again typed as ISTJ by someone else in my first and previous thread, but also speculated to be INTP and INFP. The more I read about cognitive functions, the more unsure I grow considering my type. ISTJ doesn't appeal to me, but I've thought it must be a solid alternative, since it's popping up. I don't relate to ISTJ descriptions, but evidently that is also typical for ISTJ? It's confusing and doesn't make much sense to me. I suppose I could be trying to achieve some kind of closure so I can move on to other things and leave MBTI on the side for a while after this. Keys2Cognition always results in INTP.

Cognitive Process
extraverted Sensing (Se) *************** (15)
unused

introverted Sensing (Si) ************* (13.4)
unused

extraverted Intuiting (Ne) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

introverted Intuiting (Ni) ****************************************** (42.1)
excellent use

extraverted Thinking (Te) *********************** (23.9)
limited use

introverted Thinking (Ti) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

extraverted Feeling (Fe) ************* (13.6)
unused

introverted Feeling (Fi) *************************************** (40)
excellent use

18. Finally, is there something else you find to be of importance you want to add about yourself you think might be of relevance when helping to type you?

Perhaps I'm untypable, doomed to roam for eternity as unknown in the general chat area. Free my spirit, pls.

The way you describe sensory details and life facts is Se. So I would say you are an Se user. I somehow see no Te in you but Ti. You seem to be logically driven towards self-development. I would settle for an ISTP. Also your Fe might be kicking when wanting to bond with people.
Personally I'd go fro ISTP from what I see here...I'm around 70% for it...towards 80%.
 
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#5 ·
I definitely think you are INxJ. Your answers to #14-16 solidified it to me-they are very heavily N. A lot of interest in meaning, connection, ideas. You're geared toward taking in information and making meaning out of it.

So if N is your primary function as I think it is, then you would either be ENXP (which we know you aren't since you're an introvert) or INXJ. I'm actually leaning toward INFJ- you seem interested in relationships and society, humanity. Also, that would make Ti your tertiary function, which you got a high score on for cognitive processes.
 
#6 ·
@Turi

You have a remarkable talent of suddenly appearing in type me-threads carrying loads of material, dumping them in front of a student and throwing around additional questions, like a professor, then suddenly disappearing, later re-materializing in front of the class with a cup of coffee, without anyone noticing when exactly it happened, to check if everyone utilized the provided material.

(Can you see how I'm trying to avoid answering further questions?)

I must confuse you because you're juggling with .. 8 MB-types for me. I actually dislike these tests with different volumes of agree/disagree and vague questions, because anyone will interpret them at will, for instance, when I answer these tests, I always pick the close enough-option, although I might not feel it fits me entirely. I also find myself stopping often, thinking "What does it mean?" because I can think of several different possibilities what it might mean. It's very situational bound in my mind, so I generalize my answers. Next time I take the test, I could think of a different scenario, yet somehow get the same result again.

I was actually typed INFJ by a vocational psychologist once, but I disregarded it upon reading further. What alienates me from the descriptions are subtle hints of delusional thinking. Seriously, one site described INFJ have almost psychic abilities. Pssft.

ANYWAY.

Now to the MBTI Step II™ Facets... which I found more comprehensible vs keys2cognition.

Results:

Extraversion-Introversion scale was a fair game, no surprises there. I scored receiving, contained, intimate, reflective and quiet, all of the options that suggest introversion.

Sensing-Intuition facets was not exception, as I recognized and identified more with the abstract (although not entirely disregarding sensing facets), imaginative, conceptual, theoretical and original within myself, suggesting intuition.

Thinking-Feeling was more difficult for me to think, because I can identify bits and pieces from both, yet again, found myself leaning more to empathic, compassionate, accommodating, accepting and tender facets direction, so it'd result in feeling.

Judging-Perceiving facets were heavily leaning on perceiving, except for one: methodical, but upon reflection, it may be more of a learned way, instead of my natural way. Otherwise I identified with open-ended, pressure-prompted, spontaneous, and borderline methodical-emergent, which suggests perceiving overall.
 
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@Turi

You have a remarkable talent of suddenly appearing in type me-threads carrying loads of material, dumping them in front of a student and throwing around additional questions, like a professor, then suddenly disappearing, later re-materializing in front of the class with a cup of coffee, without anyone noticing when exactly it happened, to check if everyone utilized the provided material.
Well, did you?

(Can you see how I'm trying to avoid answering further questions?)
Of course, eagerly awaiting your responses. :)

I must confuse you because you're juggling with .. 8 MB-types for me. I actually dislike these tests with different volumes of agree/disagree and vague questions, because anyone will interpret them at will, for instance, when I answer these tests, I always pick the close enough-option, although I might not feel it fits me entirely. I also find myself stopping often, thinking "What does it mean?" because I can think of several different possibilities what it might mean. It's very situational bound in my mind, so I generalize my answers. Next time I take the test, I could think of a different scenario, yet somehow get the same result again.
It's not confusion. You're a well-balanced introvert. This is a beautiful thing. Healthy mind.
I completely understand what you're saying here - you could also, therefore, respond to the same question differently on separate occasions, producing differing results.


I was actually typed INFJ by a vocational psychologist once, but I disregarded it upon reading further. What alienates me from the descriptions are subtle hints of delusional thinking. Seriously, one site described INFJ have almost psychic abilities. Pssft.
Have a read of my blog, if you're bored out of your mind and have precisely nothing else to do - I ramble a bit about a couple of functions and how they work for me - you might resonate.
Nothing psychic about it.
INFJ descriptors are horseshit half the time and written by non-INFJs who don't understand anything about what they're talking about.
They're misleading.
Is that the only thing that threw you off INFJ? If a certified professional has assessed you and given you a result, I'd be inclined to roll with it, or at least give it more weight than randoms on the internet.

Of course, only you know you and you're the one who decided against it..

ANYWAY.

Now to the MBTI Step II™ Facets... which I found more comprehensible vs keys2cognition.

Results:

Extraversion-Introversion scale was a fair game, no surprises there. I scored receiving, contained, intimate, reflective and quiet, all of the options that suggest introversion.

Sensing-Intuition facets was not exception, as I recognized and identified more with the abstract (although not entirely disregarding sensing facets), imaginative, conceptual, theoretical and original within myself, suggesting intuition.

Thinking-Feeling was more difficult for me to think, because I can identify bits and pieces from both, yet again, found myself leaning more to empathic, compassionate, accommodating, accepting and tender facets direction, so it'd result in feeling.

Judging-Perceiving facets were heavily leaning on perceiving, except for one: methodical, but upon reflection, it may be more of a learned way, instead of my natural way. Otherwise I identified with open-ended, pressure-prompted, spontaneous, and borderline methodical-emergent, which suggests perceiving overall.
I had a feeling you'd resonate more with the feeling facets than the thinking facets.

Is there anything in particular about INFP that you don't resonate with?
 
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What (sticking out) most to myself is typing you via Enneagram - which I see heavy (ego / identity / "abstraction" (&) other strong self-fixations - as well as general subject-fixation);

I see ((Fe), however, dominant and aux judging times will have dual-fluctuating usage of the functions, and will have dual-usage of both (Fe/Fi) and (Te/Ti). You will find yourself utilizing (Fe) more then (Te) - in spite of being a (Fi)-dom, for instance.


Your knowledge thrist can explained in the Enneagram (5) - preference and 'extreme introverted' traits answered via the instinctual-variant [SP/SX] likely for you; and craving for (new experience - thus 'new knowledge gain') can be explained via (Ne) -

Overall positivity (hopeful) favoritism to negativity or pessmistic outcomes - indicating perceptive externalized-function; to internalized function in the aux; if not the dom.


ENFP will have more drive via positive-outcomes; due to (Ne) in the dom-degree than INFP [and be more action-oriented [via] this idealism + fixation on/drive to 'positivity/optimism']. (Fe) is your shadow-process fluctating with high-functioning (Fi)-usage via [and your motivation drive to never 'give-up'] in spite what is state in (A) - is due to (drive to 'production')-(Te) in the 4th-degree ::


Predominately common / consistent with Type 4 of the Enneagram; - (Fi)-heavy; [[Strong fixations on "purpose," - or finding it]] - what also struck out is the 'fear' aspect, fixated on meaning (Q #14, and 4) - (indecisiveness / belitting or self depreciation) -- and subject-fixation over all (re: Question #3 - and other).

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This was very informative enough; very low-functioning (Fe and Te). High-(Ne) - with a sense of of lingering (Si) in the mist. General indeceiveness around said type - is more of symptom of said functions; and moderate to high P-traits; it is likely you will be indescivise around your type for some time - due to simply being your type.



I fear being weak, failure, phoney. I aim for genuinity, constantly re-evaluating if I'm truly being myself. At times, I feel lost, which scares me the most in life. When I lose direction, I lose meaning.
:::


INFP / 5w4 (or) 4w5 for you.


Source: [Patternized-posting / histories - questionnaire].

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Com.
 
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Cognitive Process
extraverted Sensing (Se) *************** (15)
unused

introverted Sensing (Si) ************* (13.4)
unused

extraverted Intuiting (Ne) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

introverted Intuiting (Ni) ****************************************** (42.1)
excellent use

extraverted Thinking (Te) *********************** (23.9)
limited use

introverted Thinking (Ti) ********************************************** (46.3)
excellent use

extraverted Feeling (Fe) ************* (13.6)
unused

introverted Feeling (Fi) *************************************** (40)
excellent use

18. Finally, is there something else you find to be of importance you want to add about yourself you think might be of relevance when helping to type you?

Perhaps I'm untypable, doomed to roam for eternity as unknown in the general chat area. Free my spirit, pls.


I left this up on my computer last night. Coming back to it today, something else that sticks out to me is that you had high scores for both N functions and low scores for both S functions. That's something else that might suggest your dominant function is Ni- iNtuition is the dominant function.
 
#10 ·
@nomadicallegator

Why do you think J over P? :eek: I don't mean to doubt you, simply trying to understand! I'm juggling between INFJ and INFP, but perhaps leaning towards INFP. Wouldn't it make sense I've been falsely typed ISTJ? INFP shares same cognitive functions, yet ISTJ feels foreign to me, perhaps because it's different order. Could depression distort results?
 
#13 ·
I wasn't thinking about the four letters so much as I was thinking about cognitive functions, and I really picked up on the N in your answers to the questions, so I thought that was your dominant function.

However, I just reread everything you wrote through the lens of INFP, and it really fits. It reminds me a lot of an INFP I once dated, actually, now that I'm looking at it from that angle. The thriving in chaos, wanting to work on multiple projects at once, always wanting to learn, but also always constantly self-assessing and striving for authenticity above all else.

The search for personal meaning, search for authenticity, search for deep intimate connection- all of that is Fi. I think I confused some of it for iNtuition before just because I'm iNtuition dominant personally, so I'm probably biased toward noticing that.

For what it's worth, I also score high with Ti on the Keys to Cognition test, but I'm an ENFP. I think Ne+Fi gets confused as Ti somewhat on that test. To me, the biggest difference between Ti and Fi is that Ti is about objective standards, logic, theory that can be applied black and white across the board, while Fi is about theories that help explain why some things might be different for one person vs another. To me Fi is an interest in different perspectives and points of view, and how those can be combined together in unique ways to create an ever-changing and totally original worldview. This is especially true when combined with Ne.

I hope that is helpful! Let me know what you think. If you're still torn, my husband is an INFJ, so I might also be able to help with explaining how he sees and does things, and you can see if you relate to that.
 
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If I am understanding MBTI and cognitive functions right, if you are depressed, it is possible that you are stuck in a loop of two of your non-dominant functions. In that case, I do think depression could distort the results.

Anyways, I will link you to this thread about INFPs. It goes over how INFPs deal with their inferior function, Te. There is also a thread for INFJs, but I never got to read it, as I was sure I wasn't INFJ from the beginning. After reading that thread and the one for INTPs, my doubts about my type were mostly gone, so perhaps it could help you as well.

For me, figuring out my inferior function (Fe) helped more than figuring out my dominant one (Ti).
 
#12 ·
@Catwalk

You argue beautifully, although it felt like being diagnosed at the good doctor's office.
"I'm afraid there is no cure, these symptoms are merely you being you". :laughing:

I'm not ready to enter the world of enneagram yet, but it could be a (distant) milestone..
Thank you for taking your time to come up with the analysis, it was an interesting read!
 
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@Turi

I'd refuse to sign a paper that claimed I have healthy mind. :D

I read your blog’s text about introverted intuition, I think I might not be Ni-dom. I can’t relate to being able to predict a conversation or the most likely outcome, what the other person is going to say. Instead, for me, conversation is exciting itself because I don't know in which direction it develops, even familiar subjects may end up providing new perspectives with different people and if not, they may turn into ridiculous banter that is equally entertaining.

@Reila Nimu

I read both articles and I find it interesting. Again, I find myself recognizing more and more elements of INFP vs INFJ.

@nomadicallegator

I'm trying to understand the difference between INFP and INFJ and what it means to me personally. I’ve been reading (and continue to read) about cognitive functions and I think I can recognize Fi and Ne in me clearer than Fe and Ni. I’m leaning towards INFP.. I couldn't pinpoint exactly which traits, but it's an overall view + confirmation I've received from this thread to lessen doubts.

Thank you all for helping me, providing material and personal insights!

I'm not ready to change unknown-type just yet but upon reading and reflection, INFP is the closest I've become identifying with.
 
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INFP seems right. Lots of Fi (strong values which you mention a lot, seeing people as individuals rather than groups, desire for genuineness) and Ne (creative, imaginative, always seeing possibilities) with some Si (disdain for established rules and traditions) and inferior Te (desire for perfectionism but tendency to procrastinate). You also have that trademark NF idealistic streak as well as the typical INFP low self-esteem, self-doubt and darker mindset compared to ISFPs.

You're most definitely not an INTP or any other Thinking type, too much focus on your feelings and moral code.
 
#19 ·
Its pretty clear to me as a Ne Dom that your a Ni Dom. Its the way you mind considers and prioritises things. Your also very Fe and have well developed Ti. So INFJ is pretty obvious to me. INFJs are usually miss typed by MTBI, and they have terrific difficulty self typing.
 
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I can't exactly explain why, but I have an INFP hunch about you. A lot of what you said I can relate to a lot. And also the "Fi" result, and just how you word things...I don't know...hehe, love how you admitted to being a secret romantic and wanting everything to connect in some way, and not wanting to grow up bitter but naturally leaning towards pessimism - I can very much relate to that...
 
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Who's the hardcorest typer of them all? I summon thee (or someone summon them for me, blease).
I'm far from the hardcorest typer of them all, but I'm going to explain my reasoning in saying you're INFP.
I also want to say that I didn't read other answers, just happened to see the consensus was INFP after I had already made up my mind

I'm a nursing student specializing in mental health and drug addictions. I've changed my focus career wise a few times, because I can't seem to settle down with only one, and I'm planning on continue studying further.
High Ne users can have trouble "making up their mind" and deciding what they want to do with their life. High Ni users generally have well thought-out plans or at least a good idea of what they want to do early on, and thus are less likely to jump from one career idea to another.

I want to learn as much as it's humanly possible during my life time and develop myself as a human being. I'm definitely an introverted personality. My interests on spare time revolve around activities in which I can engage by myself: reading books from facts to fiction, watching films, series, documentaries, playing games, painting, exercising girya, going jogging in the woods. I enjoy boxing with a partner or alone. The most important elements in life for me are close people (friends and family), health (exercise, food, sleep), books (knowledge and education), having my own space and time. I often wonder how I could evolve as an individual. I'm more likely staying at home on friday night than going out with friends. I have zero interest in bars, clubs, pubs, opportunism, status seeking, shallow people, open relationship, porn - they're all themes to suggest / discuss with me if one wants me to disappear in an instant.
Clear introvert, focus on self-development which is a very NF trait. However, I also see a lot of Fi (last part of the paragraph) and no Fe.

I'd like to be extroverted, social, outgoing, full of energy - and I'm none of these traits. People around me seem to bond and meet outside of work, and sometimes I'd like to be included/include myself more actively, but if I start thinking about it further, I doubt I'd enjoy their company, because we have little in common.
Common introvert loneliness and Fi desire to be with like-minded individuals. High Fe users have less trouble surrounding themselves with people who have less common traits with them, as long as they are respectful and don't trouble the group harmony.

I'm afraid of growing up bitter, disappointed in world, shallow, never leaving a mark in the world, forgotten as anonymous, as if I never existed, afraid to trust others.
Very NF attitude, though the part about wanting to leave a mark and not being forgotten and anonymous suggests Fi (and possibly inferior Te).

Although I easily lean into pessimistic direction, I'm a secret romantic, I wish everything has a meaning and connects eventually, even if I'm unable to see it now.
Intuitive attitude. The way it's worded makes it unclear whether it is Ne or Ni.

Strangers would probably describe me as quiet, calm and chill. My friends have described me as intense, funny, witty. I think I lack fundamental trust in people, thus I act more reserved initially than I am actually, but that's only the mask I wear until I feel comfortable. That is, outside of professional settings. As a nurse, I'm open, positive, I completely concentrate on clients, forgetting myself.
Concentrating on clients while forgetting yourself isn't necessarily a sign of Fe. Healthy Fi users are more than capable of being selfless and caring.

I'm at my happiest when I'm inspired by my imagination and dreams, explore the ideas that emerge from within, and apply it somehow, most frequently by painting or writing.
Ne and inferior Te.

New situations in life excite me, because they throw me off my game. It's an opportunity to learn something new about myself that I wasn't aware of. I function the best when I don't know what happens next, thus react naturally.
Ne. Ni-doms don't do well at all with new situations and typically dislike incertitude. Using the letters, this is a very P attitude.

I have a tendency to overthink and wind myself up, get all worried, think of the possibilities what could go wrong. The latest unknown situations was beginning my studies in a new unit, new location, new people, new professors and teachers, new subjects, new everything. The shedule has been hectic and overbooked. Turns out, I thrive in this environment. I'm highly motivated, working on multiple projects simultaneously. In my previous school, we concentrated on one big project for long-term, which made me numb, dull-minded, unmotivated, bored. I was anxious at first, worried for social dynamics, but my fellow students are mostly wonderful people.
Ne. You're energized when working on multiple projects at once and dislike routine.
Ni users prefer to do one thing at a time and do it in-depth.

I get overwhelmed initially internally, but mostly remain calm and clear-minded. Example, handling extremely aggressive patient at the ward afterwards. Other nurses were afraid of the man, discussed in the break room how they're not happy about having to deal with him that morning, because he'd been in a bad, explosive, impulsive, unpredictable mood, taking it out on the staff. I was in a shock initially, but able to return into professional role, in which I approached him calmly, told him I want to help him, asked him how I could help him. Remaining peaceful myself, talking in a soft tone also calmed him down. Afterwards, he expressed shame for his behavior and we were able to decrypt the situation and I gained insight from his perspective. Instead of avoidance, I face challenges, even though scary. Meeting a person and talking to them as a human, instead of treating them as mere patients with diagnoses did the trick. It's not rocket science. Instead of fight or flight, I'm aware the key is to remain calm by yourself before anything else.
You seem to have a good grip on your inferior function: this is inferior Te used well in combination with your Fi.

I prefer one-on-one interaction, because is the most intimate interaction. It's easier for me to focus on one person at a time and our relationship. In a group, there are group dynamics at play, roles change, people are not genuine. I acknowledge the importance of group interaction, but I've learned people don't open up the same way as they would alone. I work fine in a group, although I'm less vocal, more of an observer on the side.
Introvert and focus on genuineness or lack thereof, which is very Fi - Fe users don't mind sacrificing authenticity as much for the benefit of group harmony.

Society is highly flawed system. In it's current state, it unfairly favors the one who have a better starting point, a more resourceful initial setting. I have very little interest or value for social norms, especially gender roles, customary settings and traditions culturally on a societal level. Forcing people to fit into a mold that is unnatural to them is the modern slavery. We're not free with free-will, we're dependent on the system. I wish I existed detached and independently from current society.
Obvious Fi with tertiary Si (disregard of traditions and customary settings).

On bigger scale, I don't have much respect or trust for authority. On the contrary, an authoritarian figure or government is more likely to receive resistence, even hostile attitude from me. On a more narrow, everyday scale, I'll give authority the minimum obedience required to coexist, but not quietly. I consider them to be on the same line as me, not above me.
Low Si.

I'd say they're in a good balance in my life specifically. I do enjoy a little chaos. Physical evidence would be my apartment. My notebooks at school tell the same tale. My computer is the only thing in order. Studies have taught me methodic ways to work, which is definitely not my natural way. There are procedures required to perform in specific order, although it's not the most efficient one, but old establishments are against development, it seems.
Perceiver. Ne (chaos) and inferior Te (order) with a touch of tertiary Si (jab at "old establishments").

I fear I lose meaning, because when it happens, all crumbles. I've experienced it before, I'm afraid of losing control. I fear being weak, failure, phoney. I aim for genuinity, constantly re-evaluating if I'm truly being myself. At times, I feel lost, which scares me the most in life. When I lose direction, I lose meaning.
Fi.

Sometimes I procrastinate heavily until the very last moment, because I can't achieve perfectionism. I have high standards for myself and I can't be happy knowing if I less of myself than I could have, were able to. On the other side of the spectrum, I drown myself in a project completely, so that everything else stops existing, perfecting every detail that forms entirety I'm pleased with. I want to understand everything, but it's not humanly possible in a life time and it's something that scares me. You know, you have to choose your books. You simply can't read every book, there's not enough time. How do you make a decision like that? It seems so final, which scares me.
Inferior Te.

I desire to form a deeper connection with another human being that exceeds all others in intimacy. I want intensity. I dream of having a child one day, with a person I truly love and connect with, have a being that is the total sum of both of us. I want depth and knowledge. I'm almost desperate to leave a mark in the world. I'm painting my life, ideas, thoughts, emotions on canvases. I wish to leave anything behind, even then. It excites me to think about this: after I'm gone, someone finds a painting I made, no matter where, it could be a dumping area, they find it and it affects them, in any way. Any response. It would be mark in them and it would carry on it's journey, now as a part of them. Perhaps they wrote about it, someone else read it, they experience an epiphany, now a part of both us passes on to other person. I'm aware I affect people around me every day, it truly motivates me. I'm leaving pieces of myself behind without knowing it in the moment, but it's happening all the time. I want to live for the mere fact this is reality, not just my imagination, it's actually happening in segments tied to moments and passed on indefinitely. Everything connects.
Fi (deep individual desire) and Ne ("everything connects"). Your focus on finding someone you can have a deep connection with makes me think you're probably a sexual subtype regarding instinctual variants.

Painting and writing energizes me. Reading about other people's thoughts and ideas, they inspire me. Wandering alone in the forests. Sometimes a mere heavy, physical exercise energizes me. Socializing drains me. I love talking with people, but it exhausts me. I need to be alone often to balance it out. I feel when I'm interacting with someone, it's intimate. Especially when dealing with people who struggle in life, combined with temporarily extremely fragile minds. Every gesture, every tone, every word I say, they analyze me. They're very talented at picking up my mood. I have to be careful in their presence, yet open and genuine, but also maintain appropriate distance - everything I do has a meaning. I can't afford to miscommunicate. It's truly draining but simultaneously meaningful to me in return.
This is subtle, but when you write events converge towards you (Fi) rather than towards others (Fe): "Every gesture, every tone, every word I say, they analyze me. They're very talented at picking up my mood. I have to be careful in their presence, yet open and genuine, but also maintain appropriate distance - everything I do has a meaning."
Again, focus on authenticity and meaningfulness (Fi).

There are a few paragraphs I didn't analyze because I thought they wouldn't necessarily be telling about your type. If I left anything too vague, just tell me.
 
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I'm not sure if I'm the hardcorest typer, but I guess I'm pretty visible here so I'll answer the call.

1. Is there anything that may affect the way you answer the questions? For example, a stressful time, mental illness, medications, special life circumstances? Other useful information includes sex, age, and current state of mind.

I'm yet another stressed student. I've had problems with mental health in the past but currently symptom-free and take no medication. I'm a 30 year old tired woman. :D
Stress and a history of mental stuff can influence the answers so it's good to keep those things in mind here.

2. Study these two images here and here. Which one do you prefer and why? How would you describe it?

I prefer the first one with ocean and night sky with aurora borealis appearing in the horizon. It has a calming, relaxing atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd want to be at right now. I imagine there are no other human beings nearby ruining the quiet. A wine bottle, good company and a telescope would make it an ideal way to spend a night. I love the shades of jade on the left side.
You're imagining yourself in the situation, which could fit with a feeling preference maybe. I see a possible introverted slant too, valuing being away from people.

3. Please describe yourself as a person if you were to introduce yourself to someone else like in a cover letter. What kind of person are you and why?

I'm a nursing student specializing in mental health and drug addictions. I've changed my focus career wise a few times, because I can't seem to settle down with only one, and I'm planning on continue studying further. I want to learn as much as it's humanly possible during my life time and develop myself as a human being. I'm definitely an introverted personality. My interests on spare time revolve around activities in which I can engage by myself: reading books from facts to fiction, watching films, series, documentaries, playing games, painting, exercising girya, going jogging in the woods. I enjoy boxing with a partner or alone. The most important elements in life for me are close people (friends and family), health (exercise, food, sleep), books (knowledge and education), having my own space and time. I often wonder how I could evolve as an individual. I'm more likely staying at home on friday night than going out with friends. I have zero interest in bars, clubs, pubs, opportunism, status seeking, shallow people, open relationship, porn - they're all themes to suggest / discuss with me if one wants me to disappear in an instant.
Changing career focus could be linked to Ne, as well as the focus on knowledge and learning. Personal development could fit with Fi, as well as your interests, which seem very focused on personal development (which fits with Fi+Te).
All this could fit well with an INFP, although it's much too early to reach a conclusion of course.

4. What kind of person would you LIKE to be? Why? What kind of person would you NOT want to be? Why?

I'd like to be extroverted, social, outgoing, full of energy - and I'm none of these traits. People around me seem to bond and meet outside of work, and sometimes I'd like to be included/include myself more actively, but if I start thinking about it further, I doubt I'd enjoy their company, because we have little in common. I'm afraid of growing up bitter, disappointed in world, shallow, never leaving a mark in the world, forgotten as anonymous, as if I never existed, afraid to trust others. Although I easily lean into pessimistic direction, I'm a secret romantic, I wish everything has a meaning and connects eventually, even if I'm unable to see it now.
These things you admire hint at low or absent Se and Te. These fears could fit with inferior Te, such as the focus on never reaching a social standing and being forgotten.
The idea of everything having a meaning and connecting is an Ni idea, but given that this is a wish rather than something that you are constantly thinking about could mean that Ni isn't a part of your personality but this is caused by Fi+Ne perhaps.
I'm keeping ISFP open, although I haven't really seen a lot of reason for Se yet.

5. Do you think there are any differences to how you described yourself and how people actually perceive you? How do you think others would describe you? If there are any discrepancies between these two that are you are aware of; do you know why exactly that is?

I'm aware I have a tendency to belittle myself, downplay my achievements, concentrate too much on my negative traits, instead of giving myself credit for what I've accomplished and how much I have grown mentally. I've been told by someone else that I should trust myself more, because I'm brilliant and intelligent, but I have difficulty bringing my ideas into light, probably because of the negative experiences I had in the adoslecence (heavy bullying that lead to severe depression), I'm quite sure they played a part in the development of my self-esteem. Strangers would probably describe me as quiet, calm and chill. My friends have described me as intense, funny, witty. I think I lack fundamental trust in people, thus I act more reserved initially than I am actually, but that's only the mask I wear until I feel comfortable. That is, outside of professional settings. As a nurse, I'm open, positive, I completely concentrate on clients, forgetting myself.
This is classic INFP to be honest. Belittling yourself is often caused by inferior Te, having these brilliant ideas fits with Ne, and holding them back can fit with inferior Te, as well as your personal history.
The connection you have as a nurse with your patients is also something that sets INFPs apart: since they're great listeners, giving a lot of attention to a patient's individual needs.

6. What in life do you find to be of importance? Why? If you are unsure you can always take the Value Test and post the results here. Do note that it helps if you narrow it down to 20 or ideally 10 values as suggested at stage 2.

1. Inspiration
2. Imagination
3. Dreaming
4. Curiosity
5. Intelligence
6. Solitude
7. Reflection
8. Connection
9. Uniqueness
10. Vision

I'm at my happiest when I'm inspired by my imagination and dreams, explore the ideas that emerge from within, and apply it somehow, most frequently by painting or writing.
Making this list is a perfect tell for Fi over Fe (as Fe tends to be very vague on personal values). The values themselves fit well with Ne, focusing on the intuitive side.
There's a few very INFP ones too like uniqueness and reflection that are very unlikely to appear in the lists of other types.

7. How do you react to new situations in your life? Can you describe an event in your life where you were in an unknown situation? How did you deal with it?

New situations in life excite me, because they throw me off my game. It's an opportunity to learn something new about myself that I wasn't aware of. I function the best when I don't know what happens next, thus react naturally. I have a tendency to overthink and wind myself up, get all worried, think of the possibilities what could go wrong. The latest unknown situations was beginning my studies in a new unit, new location, new people, new professors and teachers, new subjects, new everything. The shedule has been hectic and overbooked. Turns out, I thrive in this environment. I'm highly motivated, working on multiple projects simultaneously. In my previous school, we concentrated on one big project for long-term, which made me numb, dull-minded, unmotivated, bored. I was anxious at first, worried for social dynamics, but my fellow students are mostly wonderful people.
This is very Ne. Getting energized by multiple projects and novelty in general. All this could throw open the door towards ENFP, although I've seen so many reasons to suspect you're Fi-dominant that I don't think you could be an ENFP.

8. Please describe yourself when you are in a stressful situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I get overwhelmed initially internally, but mostly remain calm and clear-minded. Example, handling extremely aggressive patient at the ward afterwards. Other nurses were afraid of the man, discussed in the break room how they're not happy about having to deal with him that morning, because he'd been in a bad, explosive, impulsive, unpredictable mood, taking it out on the staff. I was in a shock initially, but able to return into professional role, in which I approached him calmly, told him I want to help him, asked him how I could help him. Remaining peaceful myself, talking in a soft tone also calmed him down. Afterwards, he expressed shame for his behavior and we were able to decrypt the situation and I gained insight from his perspective. Instead of avoidance, I face challenges, even though scary. Meeting a person and talking to them as a human, instead of treating them as mere patients with diagnoses did the trick. It's not rocket science. Instead of fight or flight, I'm aware the key is to remain calm by yourself before anything else.
Every INFP has an inner STJ that they can channel in stressful situations. It sounds like you were able to reach for the parts of yourself here.
INFPs can get stressed when they need to take immediate decisive action or when they're put down for who they are as a person. Some can start lashing out and start ordering people around without even knowing what should be done.
In this professional situation it seems like you did the opposite and just acted cool and professional. The best way to react to a stressful situation like this.

9. Please describe yourself when you are in an enjoyable situation. How do you act and why? Real life experiences are welcome.

I'm in a forest, completely alone, I've not met anyone while wandering there. No joggers, no cyclists, no people taking out their dogs, just me and the forest. I'm completely relaxed, all of my senses are engaged by the environment itself and all the inhabitats that go unseen, but you know they are there, watching you, from the highest branches above.
This is a very introverted answer, otherwise I see some classic Ne imaginitiveness. The way you describe being in nature could be tertiary Si, but that's a whole lot of interpretation from my side without anything concrete to go on.

10. Describe your relationship to socialization. How do you perceive one-on-one interaction? How do you perceive group interaction?

I prefer one-on-one interaction, because is the most intimate interaction. It's easier for me to focus on one person at a time and our relationship. In a group, there are group dynamics at play, roles change, people are not genuine. I acknowledge the importance of group interaction, but I've learned people don't open up the same way as they would alone. I work fine in a group, although I'm less vocal, more of an observer on the side.
This is very INFP. Fi-dominant for 1-on-1 interaction and problems with people not being genuine (Fe-users tend to not have problems with that), all par for the course.

11. Describe your relationship to society. What are the elements of it you hold important or unimportant (e.g. social norms, values, customs, traditions)? How do you see people as a whole?

Society is highly flawed system. In it's current state, it unfairly favors the one who have a better starting point, a more resourceful initial setting. I have very little interest or value for social norms, especially gender roles, customary settings and traditions culturally on a societal level. Forcing people to fit into a mold that is unnatural to them is the modern slavery. We're not free with free-will, we're dependent on the system. I wish I existed detached and independently from current society.
Fits with your past, Fi-Te and Ne generally. The thoughts themselves aren't really MBTI-related, but your way of presenting them does fit well.

12. Describe your relationship to authority. How do you perceive authority? What does it mean to you, and how do you deal with it?

On bigger scale, I don't have much respect or trust for authority. On the contrary, an authoritarian figure or government is more likely to receive resistence, even hostile attitude from me. On a more narrow, everyday scale, I'll give authority the minimum obedience required to coexist, but not quietly. I consider them to be on the same line as me, not above me.
That's inferior Te again.

13. Describe your relationship to order and chaos. What do order and chaos mean to you? How do they manifest in your daily life?

I'd say they're in a good balance in my life specifically. I do enjoy a little chaos. Physical evidence would be my apartment. My notebooks at school tell the same tale. My computer is the only thing in order. Studies have taught me methodic ways to work, which is definitely not my natural way. There are procedures required to perform in specific order, although it's not the most efficient one, but old establishments are against development, it seems.
Fits wel with an IxxP type, especially with N/S being secondary and tertiary. Having a healthy working relationship with interacting with the outside world is telling for these types.

14. What is it that you fear in life? Why? How does this fear manifest to you both in how you think and how you act?

I fear I lose meaning, because when it happens, all crumbles. I've experienced it before, I'm afraid of losing control. I fear being weak, failure, phoney. I aim for genuinity, constantly re-evaluating if I'm truly being myself. At times, I feel lost, which scares me the most in life. When I lose direction, I lose meaning. Sometimes I procrastinate heavily until the very last moment, because I can't achieve perfectionism. I have high standards for myself and I can't be happy knowing if I less of myself than I could have, were able to. On the other side of the spectrum, I drown myself in a project completely, so that everything else stops existing, perfecting every detail that forms entirety I'm pleased with. I want to understand everything, but it's not humanly possible in a life time and it's something that scares me. You know, you have to choose your books. You simply can't read every book, there's not enough time. How do you make a decision like that? It seems so final, which scares me.
All of this fits perfectly with the Fi-Te tension in an INFP.

15. What is it that you desire in life? What do you strive to achieve? Why? Where do you think these drives and desires stem from or are inspired by?

I desire to form a deeper connection with another human being that exceeds all others in intimacy. I want intensity. I dream of having a child one day, with a person I truly love and connect with, have a being that is the total sum of both of us. I want depth and knowledge. I'm almost desperate to leave a mark in the world. I'm painting my life, ideas, thoughts, emotions on canvases. I wish to leave anything behind, even then. It excites me to think about this: after I'm gone, someone finds a painting I made, no matter where, it could be a dumping area, they find it and it affects them, in any way. Any response. It would be mark in them and it would carry on it's journey, now as a part of them. Perhaps they wrote about it, someone else read it, they experience an epiphany, now a part of both us passes on to other person. I'm aware I affect people around me every day, it truly motivates me. I'm leaving pieces of myself behind without knowing it in the moment, but it's happening all the time. I want to live for the mere fact this is reality, not just my imagination, it's actually happening in segments tied to moments and passed on indefinitely. Everything connects.
I'll keep myself from repeating myself, but all this is pretty much dim-Fi and inf-Te.

16. a) What activities energize you most? b) What activities drain you most? Why?

Painting and writing energizes me. Reading about other people's thoughts and ideas, they inspire me. Wandering alone in the forests. Sometimes a mere heavy, physical exercise energizes me. Socializing drains me. I love talking with people, but it exhausts me. I need to be alone often to balance it out. I feel when I'm interacting with someone, it's intimate. Especially when dealing with people who struggle in life, combined with temporarily extremely fragile minds. Every gesture, every tone, every word I say, they analyze me. They're very talented at picking up my mood. I have to be careful in their presence, yet open and genuine, but also maintain appropriate distance - everything I do has a meaning. I can't afford to miscommunicate. It's truly draining but simultaneously meaningful to me in return.
Ne for focus on ideas, Si for wandering, No Fe for getting drained by socializing.

17. Why do you want to know your type? What type do you think you are? Why this/these type(s)? Is there a type that appeals to you, to your self-perception, that you would like to be? Why? If you know your enneagram, please post this here. If you have done any online function tests such as the Keys2Cognition, it helps if you post these results here as well.

For fun, honestly. I've never been typed successfully, it's all speculations. It'd be interesting to find out my type and at best, learn something new about myself. I type as unknown, because I don't feel like I fit types I've received as results, such as ISTJ. I typed myself ISTJ for a long time, again typed as ISTJ by someone else in my first and previous thread, but also speculated to be INTP and INFP. The more I read about cognitive functions, the more unsure I grow considering my type. ISTJ doesn't appeal to me, but I've thought it must be a solid alternative, since it's popping up. I don't relate to ISTJ descriptions, but evidently that is also typical for ISTJ? It's confusing and doesn't make much sense to me. I suppose I could be trying to achieve some kind of closure so I can move on to other things and leave MBTI on the side for a while after this. Keys2Cognition always results in INTP.
I don't buy INTP for you. Too much Fi and Te everywhere. ISTJ kind of fits function-wise, but You don't come off as an information-hungry control-freak to me. Quite the opposite in fact.

18. Finally, is there something else you find to be of importance you want to add about yourself you think might be of relevance when helping to type you?

Perhaps I'm untypable, doomed to roam for eternity as unknown in the general chat area. Free my spirit, pls.
I don't think you're untypable. I fact, I'm pretty sure INFP is your type. I believe that your past experiences have made the Te more visible and that you dwell a lot on your insecurities, which could make you come off as more of a 'thinker'. It seems to be your inferior function though, relating to your fears and weaknesses rather than your strenghts and passions, which are all Fi-related.

Overall, INFP is the only type that seems plausible from the above.

That's my verdict and I hope it helps you in finding closure on your type.
 
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