Myers-Briggs Type Indicator/ISFP

ISFPs at work

ISFPs generally are underachievers and like low key, low stress, aesthetically beautiful work environments that are fun. They like to work by themselves or in small groups cooperatively, but may not like being the leader and they have a harsh inner critic. They are gentle people and don't like to pressure others into deadlines unless necessary. When forced into a position of power, they may feel cornered and very uncomfortable making decisions. Their favorite subjects might be music, cooking, painting, drawing, gardening, musical theatre, sculpting and helping others. They are often quite talented but often quiet about showing the world. Make work a game, and they'll work happily. Many ISFPs are attracted to fine arts, which they often have hidden talent in.

ISFPs in relationships

ISFPs are kind, modest, quietly generous people. They like people and make true blue friends, however it may take a while. Their partners need to respect the ISFPs need for the privacy they need to recharge themselves. They like to spend time with people one-on-one or with a small group of two or three others who understand them. When the ISFP gets to know you on a personal, one-on-one basis, they are warm, affectionate, a little more talkative and even humorous, telling jokes to make friends laugh. They share opinions only with people they know very well. ISFPs like to make people happy with a smile and a song, slapstick comedy or light practical joking (ice cube down the back). If nothing works, they think it is their fault and withdraw. They often make friends with those they feel will protect and stand up for them, and usually have a small group of close (often very outgoing) friends. For love, they want someone patient who will be there for them and also stand up for them when they can't themselves, and whom they could speak their mind with without feeling foolish. However, they do not want someone to control them, as they value their freedom highly. They can be afraid of commitment at times. They take criticism personally, and feel at fault for people's reactions toward them. To show love, ISFPs would give you something they made themselves like a painting, some homemade cookies, a song dedicated to you or something they found that just happened to remind them of you. They like to be told how special and important they are to you, be specific and truthful. They aren't wordy people but can be eloquent and descriptive in their speech when they want to be.

Fictional ISFPs

John Watson (Sherlock)

Severus Snape (Harry Potter)

Harry Potter (Harry Potter)

Dobby (Harry Potter)

Legolas (Lord Of The Rings)

Touka Kirishima (Tokyo Ghoul)

Eleven (Stranger Things)

Jonathan Byers (Stranger Things)

Arya Stark (Game Of Thrones)

Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty)

Black Panther (Black Panther)

Cinna (Hunger Games)

Jeremy Gilbert (Vampire Diaries)

Snow White (Once Upon A Time)

Shaggy Rogers (Scooby Doo)

Marceline (Adventure Time)

Rey (Star Wars)

Zuko (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

Lara Croft (Tomb Raider)

Famous ISFPs

Michael Jackson (Musician)

Billie Eilish (Musician)

Bob Dylan (Musician)

Prince Harry (Royal)

Brad Pitt (Actor)

Elizabeth Taylor (Actress)

Ryan Gosling (Actor)

Pamela Anderson (Actress)

Lana Del Rey (Musician)

Paul McCartney (Musician)

Monica Bellucci (Actress)

Avril Lavigne (Musician)

Mick Jagger (Musician)

David Bowie (Musician)

Skrillex (Musician)

John Travolta (Actor)

Zac Efron (Actor)

Norman Reedus (Actor)

How to deal with an ISFP

Talk to them gently and in a soft voice
Hug them often; they prefer actions rather than words to express love
Ask them how they feel about things and what they would like to do
Go with them on long leisurely walks alone together
Let them have their space
Play gentle games with them--they like competition but prefer co-op
They like horror films because of the adrenaline rush, but anything too sad or graphic kills their happy mood.
Make work fun, or they won't want to do it at all.
Let them have some me-time in which they can do anything they want
Tell them how they're talented when they doubt themselves, which could be often
They have an affinity for soft fabrics and long walks in natural settings away from large crowds
They like flowers and often have a favorite kind; ask them
As sensors, they enjoy physical activities (Archery, Sports, Hiking, etc.)

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