I took a personality test today, It seemed rather reliable, and is based on the writings of Carl Jung, David Keirsey and Isabel Briggs-Myers. According to the test results, I am an INFJ type, and I quite agree with 98% of it. Here's the description of my type. Parts in red are my comments:
"The INFJ type is believed to be very rare (less than 1 percent of the population) and it has an unusual set of traits. Even though their presence can be described as very quiet (huh??), INFJ personalities usually have many strong opinions, especially when it comes to issues they consider really important in life. (yup, agreed) If an INFJ is fighting for something, this is because they believe in the idea itself, not because of some selfish reasons.
INFJ personalities are drawn towards helping those in need – they may rush to the place of a major disaster, participate in rescue efforts, do charity work etc. (Mercy Malaysia!!) INFJs see this as their duty and their purpose in life – people with this personality type firmly believe that nothing else would help the world as much as getting rid of all the tyrants. Karma and similar concepts are very attractive to INFJs. (what goes around comes around...)
These tendencies are also strengthened by the fact that INFJ personalities have a unique combination of idealism and decisiveness – this means that their creativity and imagination can be directed towards a specific goal. Few other personality types have this trait and this is one of the most important reasons why many INFJs are able to eventually realize their dreams and make a lasting positive impact. (ooh really? I hope so, inshaAllah :D)
INFJs are masters of written communication, with a distinctively smooth and warm language. (erk, are my blogs smooth and warm?) In addition, the sensitivity of INFJs allows them to connect to others quite easily. Their easy and pleasant communication can often mislead bystanders, who might think that the INFJ is actually an extrovert. (agree 100% with this. Everyone doesn't believe me when I tell them I'm actually shy.)
INFJs should be careful to avoid “overheating” as their zeal and determination can sometimes get out of hand. As introverts, INFJs need to have some “alone time” every once in a while or otherwise their internal energy reserves will get depleted really quickly. (Yeah, so leave me alone sometimes, especially when I'm reading!) If this happens, the INFJ may surprise everybody around them by withdrawing from all their activities for a while – and since other people usually see INFJs as extroverts, this can leave them both surprised and concerned. (Don't worry, I'm fine, just recharging :P)
INFJs take great care of other people’s feelings and expect others to return the favor. Unsurprisingly, people with this personality type are very sensitive and vulnerable to conflicts – even the most rational INFJs may find it quite difficult to not take criticism personally. (I'm rather embarrassed to admit this is true. I'm working on it though.) This is the INFJ’s Achilles’ heel – if someone with an INFJ personality cannot escape the conflict, they will do their best to deal with it head on, but this will result in a lot of stress and may also potentially lead to health problems or highly irrational behavior. (I'm working on it, inshaAllah)"
Now you know everything about me. (Note my sarcasm)
If there is any part of this that you think doesn't fit me, or is not accurate for me, do comment. I just love reading comments (no sarcasm here).
Try the test yourself at http://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test :)
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