A Rare Species

Nov 29, 2007 | Filed in Blogs | 3 Comments

I love Myers-Briggs tests! Is you’re familiar with them, they are a 4 letter combination that makes up your personality profile.

I or E (Introvert/Extrovert)
N or S (Intuitive/Sensing)
F or T (Feeling/Thinking)
J or P (Judging/Perceiving)

A friend of my posted his profile, and he’s an ENFP. There are times I have a lot in common with him, and I usually understand where he’s coming from.

As for me… test after test shows I’m an INFJ. But this last test told me that only 1% of the population has the same personality as I do, making it the most rare personality type. Really? I didn’t know that.

This is what it says about me…

INFJ – The “Confidant”

INFJs, making up an estimated 1% of all people, are the most rare type (males even more so). They are introspective, caring, sensitive, gentle and complex people that strive for peace and derive satisfaction from helping others. INFJs are highly intuitive, empathetic and dedicated listeners. These traits tend to act as a “tell me what’s wrong” sign on their forehead, hence the nicknames Confidant, Counselor or Empath. INFJs are intensely private and deeply committed to their beliefs.

Yep, that’s me, no doubt about it. I am very sensitive, I hate arguments, and I do get satisfaction from listening to other people. Sometimes I feel like a battery that gets recharged off other people’s energy. Because of this, my environment can really impact my mood. If people are mean or harsh, it can take over me and bring out my worst side. But if I’m surrounded my positive people, I am thriving and I’m capable of doing amazing things.

What is your personality type?