INTJs in 20 Words

[@fortune_roses]

INTJ: *basks in compliments*

[@nunyabiznes33]

INTJ: "They love me!" _realizes it's a all vision_

[@thissunchild]

Sad, really

[@ultmiddle4991]

When being taunted or shamed by an e-whatever, this INFJ can morph into an INTJ in a split second.

[@ponchoking55]

like a lizard on a hot rock

[@jame254]

we bask then move on. for next task haha

[@gabrielbezerra8261]

You really do know how to make us feel great about ourselves, don't you? - INTJ

[@whysmile9412]

yeah he does and it's definitely working

[@septacular7]

indeed

[@00Klingon]

@Xiaofeng Qiu --Just something I'm noticing here:-- "I’ve been into MBTI for over a year now (Si?) and know each cognitive function inside out (Ti). I have also been exposed (Si) to Socionics and OPS, though I’m aware of the dangers (responsible Ne) of mixing these up. My knowledge (Ti) is not purely theoretical (abstract, informative) either as I’m quite familiar (Si) with the stereotype as well. In both tests from Truity and 16Personalities, which I know are pretty inaccurate (Te nemisis, fighting against your hero?), I consistently got INTJ (systematic), and the results from the cognitive functions test also matches INTJ (more systematic). So if I can’t be sure I’m INTJ now I will be forever doubting my type (a touch of Fi demon perhaps?)" -- Also noticed your responses are not direct, but very informative (provide more info than asked but leave some of it open for interpretation) and are nuanced as one might do when being careful not to offend, even when disagreeing, much like an Fe user would do. You stay on topic which means you are also responding. At your core, are you more motivated by discovery or by reverence? The former is consistent with INTP, the latter is more consistent with INTJ. Compare the way Gabriel Bezerra commented above to your much longer responses. One is direct and to the point and leaves nothing on the table for interpretation, the other is informative.

[@thissunchild]

Why?

[@reviewyup592]

I always came back for more of these. Learn new things about myself in the process.

[@irekaias]

The greatest honest flattery as an INTJ can give someone is "Yeah you can take care of that"

[@niza90]

As a no native speaker, I just learned like 20 new words with this video.

[@CheriFields]

I am a native speaker and had to pause and read a few definitions. But that’s probably the greatest compliment he paid us!

[@atdzsny]

You can learn new ones even from looking up words from the definitions. :)

[@caddieohm7059]

I'm a non native speaker but knew all those words. I'm proud and it's no flex.

[@jennifermeza5746]

x2

[@rarezzzzz]

He is just a normal British flexing his vocabulary, you know!😏

[@penandpike]

As an INTJ the words FREEDOM and TRUTH have always been in the core of my existence!

[@jessiz-]

I have such admiration for INTJs. I love their purposeful curiosity, driven intensity, acerbic wit, and all-around ability to get things done. The mind of an INTJ is so intriguing to me -- their need for systematic efficiency and ruthless logic leads to bold and at times unconventional approaches. There's something decidedly fascinating about the otherworldly, "decidedly alienesque" quality to INTJs... 🖤 - an INFP (Love the choices of words, Nathan!)

[@johnknight9150]

Internally, beneath the stoic mask, we are INFPs underneath. If you want to see what drives an INTJ with such fire and determination, it may be the inevitable head-over-heels love they feel for a certain INFP. Of all the types, the biggest soft spot we have is for INFPs, and are possibly the only type that will cause an INTJ to have "love at first sight".

[@Cyberjyuubi]

That perposeful curiosity and diven intensity can have there down sides. That curiosity has gotten me into more trouble than bares thing about and the intensity that can border and sometimes strays into obsession. Both of these can come at the cost of many things such as things you're surpose to be doing at the time or even other people. On the topic of getting things done that is true in cases were things have an optimal solution to them but in the case of something as unoptimized as say politics it causes a lot of frustration as there is no optimal solution.

[@maggis0]

@@johnknight9150 : interesting perspective. I am an INTJ female and it might be gender - related, however I've noticed pattern re: fire and determination, as you worded it. For me it's the ENFPs who just make me WANT to live - their energy, contagious lust for life, ability to drag me out of my shell. On the side note, however, I've learnt not to believe in 'love at first sight'. Look again and see it for what it is, rather than for what you want to see. I am not trying to give advice, by the way, as you clearly don't need it. I am simply sharing my insights, as I find your comment quite intriguing.

[@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes]

@@johnknight9150 You totally right I am a INFP inside.

[@novaimperialis]

@@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes Found her. Hi I didn't saw you on that server for quite some time. Are you alright? Hope you are fine. Wish you the best.

[@nurainiarsad7395]

On Systematic: We wanna solve the problem once and for all, so that neither we nor anyone else ever, has to waste time on the thing.

[@campbell1446]

Exactly! Right now, I'm working on solving the mental illness problem. I figure if I can teach people how to be their own therapist, then they can prevent problems, resolve them before they get too big, and help their friends and family. They can always hire a therapist if the problem is too big, but this should eliminate a hefty number of them.

[@ENDER_Music]

I love how everyone in the comments is either INTJs basking in the complements, or INFPs talking about how well this fits their INTJ friend.

[@Midnight_Lantern]

INTJ here, and can confirm every word. In spades.

[@roisingrant]

I LOVE your inclusion of "Passionate". Many like to pretend we're one-dimensional soulless robots who exist purely for logistical purposes, because that's easier for them to process. To see us as multi-faceted, passionate, morally-led, bold and analytical sleuths/self-builders is accurate and wonderful to see in someone who isn't one of us. For example, I'm pursuing forensic science out of a feeling of moral obligation. It feels like my higher purpose. Like INFJs, we're actually quite humanitarian. But our Fi allows us to switch off the "empathic" part (as opposed to Fe, in INFJs, which struggles with this) and to remain stoic until we don't have to be. Which is why INTJs make great detectives, surgeons, and medical consultants. I want to put my external knowledge and innate intuition to good use by helping to solve murders. The dead deserve justice, and I am prepared to fight (with my brain and solid evidence) to give it to them. I'm actually convinced my Fi is what made me quit law school. Where INTPs, ENTPs and ENTJs thrive on making shit up on the fly just to win an argument or impress people (don't even _try_ to deny you do it, my dad's an ENTP) my Fi overpowers that ability and makes me feel extremely guilty when I lie. I could not honestly go in to a courtroom and try to defend a murderer in the face of the victim's family. But those are the kinds of cases you're handed when you start off. I'd be absolutely useless because I wouldn't have the passion I need to keep going, and I would never be content. Similarly, I quit Performing Arts school. I realised I'm better at analysing/appreciating productions than being in them, and I don't really see the long-term effects it has on the wider world beyond putting a smile on people's face. It's something I might pursue in my free time, but generally I don't have a lot of that haha. It doesn't give me that "I'm saving the world, one project at a time" kind of feeling that I need. I think I get my well-developed Fi from my ISTJ mother. Our Fi is similarly placed but luckily hers is very mature, and I've tried to follow her example. Once she has a moral conviction, she stands by it. I admire that. I admire my dad too but mostly for his ability to come up with something sarcastic to suit almost any situation. He also introduced me to science. PLEASE make more INTJ videos, your understanding of us is like nobody else I've watched. I always feel at home when you upload a video about us! Thanks so much.

[@CheriFields]

Well put. I would rather starve than do something I believed was unjust or even frivolous. I’ve been close to that point but already know I will reach the end of my life regretting far less than most people do. It’s exciting to know you’ve found a way to bring about justice with your abilities. Now that I’ve learned to hold in the acerbic wit, I’m developing my skill as a counselor to help living victims.

[@unaizahadi9079]

Beautifully stated and purposeful!

[@ThePitchblue]

don't underestimate the power of art please. your statement made my fierce passionate blood boil a little. not all artists are sappy shallow people pleasers farting rainbows. "art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable" / ESPECIALLY the latter. your fella intj ARTIST (that might not be inti-ish enough but still took it VERY personally). lol. (meaning: let's not blow this out of proportion). lol.

[@jenniferhanses7064]

Definitely feel appreciated that he recognized that aspect of our personality and called it out.

[@marcelak8493]

I absolutely love how everything you've said resonates deeply with me. The humanitarian part of us is so heavily overlooked because... I don't even know. But everyone gets shocked when I say I want to get involved in projects that further human living standards. I like helping people through what I do. It's the only time I feel I'm doing something worthwhile with my abilities. Very well put!

[@AraYuannn]

One of the best compliment from my mum to me is, 'can you not be too smart, just be normal like everyone else' it wad not said in positive light but i like being smart

[@Beyondflix]

it's so cute how you stroke our egos, because it will bind us to your channel. such a smart move. cunning and caring at the same time. I hate you, but I also love you.

[@badpoetry33]

😂lol. the suspicious mind of the INTJ. (-INFP)

[@anthonylewis9055]

@@badpoetry33 he got me when he threw in the two bonus words "subscribe" and his other platform; very funny.

[@clairenecaise802]

Bro you called me an alien, best compliment ever

[@fqn3]

Formidable. I love that description. My worst fear isn’t the devil. It’s another INTJ.

[@fqn3]

@Indiscrete Void The devil is an extrovert.

[@amistiel]

The devil is an ENTJ, but we are friends :)

[@tammys8711]

@@amistielno, no impatient with the devil. I must have the truth, not deceit I wont waste my time and am curious about what lies beyond the known truths.

[@lazinanahar8835]

​@@amistiel Devil is an ENTP, his jealously and vainglory proves that. Vainglory is a intj thing,that comes from his unconscious

[@chocobrowniewin]

Nah, another intj is no Biggie. We will spar for awhile but eventually we will have synergy. The devil is the one who cannot be persuaded by reason or wit, and holds a nepotistic position. Flee at once, it's not worth it. There are other systems that need our talents.

[@fiction589]

One of my 3 bosses is an INTJ. Yeah, totally alienesque. 👽 but i learned to love my little superbrain alien. I am working there for 7 years now and it took him until last month to finally warm up to me. Well that caught me by surprise LOL. Just like his incredibly elegant dancing skills, that I saw at our Xmas party. Couldnt believe my eyes. ...Cheers , an INFJ

[@EresirThe1st]

Haha I’m quite a hidden dancing talent myself. I wonder if it’s an intj thing now. Guess 4th slot Se does have a use

[@mastermindrational1907]

I love INFJs

[@jenniferhanses7064]

Here's a secret: We actually usually like having fun. We're just not good at going out and having fun completely on our own because it wasn't in our plan for the day. This is one of the things we like having other people around for: They remind us to stop and enjoy things, and create new things to enjoy. It may have been the Fe that put him off if it's taken this long. We don't like it when people try too hard to keep group harmony or be nice to us. It tends to make us suspicious. This is not to say we don't value people being nice to us or group harmony. Just that Fe users sometimes get our backs up by prioritizing those things. Like, this is a nice video about INTJs. But it's also clinical and factual from someone who studies MBTI. It was positive, but presented in a way we can happily accept, and didn't try to soften the negatives to make us feel better, since we know precisely who we are.

[@roseyuen6916]

@@EresirThe1st for me it is doing handicrafts, while most people are making traditional motifs, I'm working on endangered species lol Edit: English isn't mu first language so it might sound weird

[@tammys8711]

@@jenniferhanses7064I will resist to the nth degree, but once ive arrived…im called the life of the party. Next time, I cant be bothered, all over again

[@mirriyastia7041]

Also, I think it would be interesting to touch a role of freedom in mind and behaviour of INTJ. It's not only (and mostly not) the political notion of freedom, but rather an inner, spiritual feeling. I think it's one of the central principles for INTJ. If you're free, you can't be harmed. If you're free, you don't depend on. If you're free, you have enough field for maneuver. If you're free, you may follow and express your ideas without looking around. If you're free, it's easier to manipulate people and other resources to get your tasks done and targets achieved. And so on. I think INTJ naturally strive for freedom from state, society, obligations, limitations etc., with a funny contraversive readiness to practise all of it towards others for the sake of achieving the aim, be it common good or something selfish.

[@anj000]

Freedom certainly resonates with me at many levels, so you might be onto something.

[@virginiagwen6523]

I call it my need for control... but yeah freedom works well. Usually without freedom you can't control anything. If you can control things, you have freedom and choice.

[@jenniferhanses7064]

I will tell you the story that I read that crystalized my own feelings about freedom, choice, and power. I probably won't tell it very well, but it's a Zen Koan i cam across. There was a warlord conquering the lands with an immense army. In the midst of his marauding, he came across a wandering monk. He took the monk prisoner, and asked him who the most powerful person in the world was. I don't recall the answer the monk gave, but let us simply suppose it was I don't know. "I am" said the warlord. He put a sword to the monk's throat. "If you do not answer me correctly this time, I will kill you. Who is the most powerful person in the world." The monk replied "I am because I can make the most powerful man in the world kill me." The warlord released the monk, took him as his advisor, and stopped his marauding ways. :) I won't say that the monk was an INTJ from such a simple story. But to me, this is certainly an INTJ view of the world that I don't think a lot of other types would have. And it is why everyone else thinks we're master manipulators even when we're just wandering around trying to do our own thing or backed into a corner. Even cornered, we understand our option, and the truth of the matter.

[@mirriyastia7041]

@@jenniferhanses7064 it reminds how I rofl on my friend INFJ, asking him to do something and adding "I order you". He immediately stops doing the thing I asked him to do (because he is stubborn), and then I order him NOT to do the thing I asked previously. The friend gets into dissonance)) but now he answeres "I humbly obey" on the second option, so my tactics doesn't work anymore.

[@4fsake2024]

Good point. Freedom is intensely important to me. All levels types of freedom.

[@yukajax]

I would also suggest: 1. Curious 2. Obsessive 3. Organised 4. Visionary 5. Objective. Also, I'd say that "Melancholic" both as a temperament or as a descriptive adjectives would suit INTJs better.

[@mirriyastia7041]

Well, most of your points were mentioned in the video in synonims. Like "inquisitive", "passionate" and so on.

[@muchanadziko6378]

@@mirriyastia7041 Passionate doesn't really mean obsessive, neither does inquisitive really mean curious. These words might be closely related in terms of meaning, but have slight differences. That's why we have multiple words for "pretty much" the same things. I find myself relate more to some of the words used by the OP for instance.

[@EresirThe1st]

I don’t think we’re objective really, and I think that’s a positive thing. Most of the time claims to objectivity are really just being blind to one’s biases.

[@mojyoqueen350]

I strongly agree with the second one.

[@muchanadziko6378]

@@EresirThe1st I find myself to be fairly objective in the sense that when talking to other people about ideas, concepts, values, etc I'm usually able to drive my point across in a rational manner which in turn often changes the mind of the person I'm talking to. If something is just my hobby or past time I'm not objective in the slightest (and I'm gonna fight to the death in defense of my subjective views), but when talking about things that matter in one's life or in the grand scheme of life, society, philosophy, etc my views oftentimes end up sounding pretty damn objective and hard to argue against. I think this is what the OP maybe meant by "objective". Not that "you never speak your mind unless you know the absolute truth" or "whenever you open your mouth objectivity spills out uncontrollably". I might be wring though.

[@cherrywhiplash]

I'm an INFP and my partner is an INTJ. Your summary of INTJs is on point. Although my partner and I do clash sometimes (not only due to our types, obviously, but they do play a large role), I've come to really appreciate perhaps all of his qualities and see immense value in them. I've already learned so much from him and hope to continue doing so for many years to come!

[@mipi5447]

This comment is so sweet. :')

[@icantseeyou1294]

This comment makes my so hopeful as an INFP who has been liking an INTJ for a really long time…

[@Haannibal777]

I am an INTJ but struggling to work with an INFP at times. When he is passionate, I seem to be slamming myself against a brick wall. There is no talking himself out of it. Then there are the other times when our views are aligned. Then the cooperation is a bliss.

[@m4lev0lentdem0nknightamv5]

I can't describe how much I like to hear you talk about us .... All I want is more videos on INTJ ... It has greatly helped me with many of my important successes in life

[@rifter6176]

I'm surrounded by INTJ's and high Ni types. My father who I've worked with for the last 15 years embodies all this very strongly. My data manager and accountant are both INTJ's. Most people would not consider these three the same personality until you really understand MBTI well. They're from the same well. Even my office assistant is INFJ (high Ni)! Finally capping our main office manager off with ISFJ so we have a 'mother' to make sure we're all good. ... all supporting me as an INTP who certainly needs all that organizational help! :)

[@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes]

I admire your efficiency. All is right. Optimized, other-worldly, deliberate, passionate, systematic, esoteric, unyielding, phlegmatic, tranchant, candid, decisive, exacting, inquisitive, mysterious, iron fisted, judicious, acerbic, formidable, convergent. I would add in my case : paradox, resilient, steely mind in a vulnerable body, curious/strange creature, a mix of an animal and robot, curse of useful knowledge, respectful, authenticity, strong sense of justice, batteries max capacity 80%. Probably the only type who is obsessed to know deeply himself (that's why we are here to watch every video about INTJ) want improve himself, and realize he will always be weak and vulnerable, fragile as other living being.

[@Midnitethorn]

My partner is an INTJ and he fits a lot of this. I always get INFP and I can see where our ways of thinking often clash as he looks at everything logically and I emotionally (initially). I absolutely love him for all these things listed though and always admire his ambition, intellect, sarcasm, and huge heart that he doesn't want anyone to know he has.

[@RFUN109]

Just scrolling and didn’t expect to see an INTJ video that was two minutes old, but this made my day. Thanks!

[@loveinthischubs]

The people I admire most are INTJs, I learn so much just being in their presence

[@Firehorse369]

The focus, coolness, sartorial elegance, and detailed long-term vision of INTJs intrigue and mystify. How can they be so contained? They often kick my IP butt, but we usually get along. They don't offend me even when I ought to be offended (lol). Their purity of purpose disarms me every time. I am hopelessly divergent and they are relentlessly convergent. A meeting of minds can be great fun.

[@V.Hansen.]

Poetic

[@birdpod2000]

‘Industrious’ really resonated with me, so much so I had to come back and listen to it again ~ and so delightfully put: “They just start doing stuff”. My first recollection of being this way was reorganizing the pantry when my parents left me on my own at age seven to go out for dinner.

[@V.Hansen.]

That’s so cute. Baby INTJ

[@cinderling5472]

This makes me fall in love with INTJ's 💖😍 - an infj

[@MlebKdrz]

This is one of your most helpful videos for me (INFP), Nathan, thank you! I type my parents as ESTJ and ISTJ, my upbringing wasn't the healthiest, being an INFP wasn't acceptable and I basically tried to make myself into an INTJ. (To give you an idea how unacceptable, as a young adult my reaction to my first MBTI result was, "Feelings? A strength? What? I have feelings?") Watching this video made me feel fundamentally and phenomenally exhausted, and it comes at a good time for me too. While I accept and love being INFP in the present, there has still been a "someday I'll be..." everything you've said here. I recently let that go, and this video reinforces for me that that's the right instinct to follow. Even if I could manage it, it's not my preference, it's my parents'. All the proud INTJs in the comments help too, since I know my heart would never be in it like that. If in it my heart can't be/that confirms it's not for me/Consequences come what may/I'm just not a T or J 😉

[@badpoetry33]

(INFP) Nice poem!!! and understand your sadness. I was raised in a family of crazy. I also have strong T, so share a lot of traits with INTP, and also until my mid 30s did not understand feelings or the purpose of them. I have alexythimia. I’m a creative writer and have always been a creator (writing stories and poems, drawing) so I think that’s how my feelings most naturally express themselves. I also went to law school and illogical systems or people drive me batty. A lot of INFPs have strong logical minds. But we can also create out of our otherworldly connection to the etheric domains, and the human individual’s experience of heaven and hell. Best of luck on your journey back to yourself…. ❤ and remember there is no more deadly combo than a sharp brain and a soft heart.

[@johnknight9150]

'Optimised' is a better word than the 'efficiency' tag we always get stuck with. We are not obsessed with efficiency, we are obsessed with optimisation. Efficiency is merely a part of the broader goal of optimisation, and lacks the Passion (point 4!) and feeling of what we want to achieve. For me personally, the term efficiency evokes a very dehumanised, sometimes brutal image. Yes, we want to make large changes that can be applied on a worldwide scale, but we also want the maximum quality of life for everyone involved -- we don't want people to be disposable cogs in an unfeeling, unrelenting, passionless machine.

[@mirriyastia7041]

Sounds like XNFX narrative) I don't know, maybe I really don't want to - my realistic approach keeps in mind some humanistic ideals; but I feel sarcastic about idealism, as idealism is only achieved by real, not ideal, sometimes dirty, methods. And in this way people are true cogs, though it's innerly hard to admit they are. INTJ are planners, and each plan exploits its resources. Human resources as well. And to be passionate ABOUT PEOPLE? You serious?

[@MoPoppins]

Agree 💯.

[@johnknight9150]

@@mirriyastia7041 Not passionate about people, no, that's not quite right. Some days I would like to wipe every single human off the planet. But we would like to make people better. To make them more tolerable, with my grumpy hat on, or to elevate the human race and reduce the moronic harm they inflict on the planet and themselves. I would say the goals *are* "NF" driven if you consider the secret to the INTJ: the third slot Fi -- like a baby INFP sitting below the surface. An immature INTJ may try to suppress it, but with age and maturity, that Fi will rise and grow, and becomes the fiery furnace that runs the INTJ steam engine. Nihilism and sarcasm are part of the INTJ's darkside, and will lure them into the downward spiral. For an INTJ to continue in life and not get stuck in morbid self-indulgence, contributing nothing, then one must break free from those vices and find meaning and purpose.

[@mirriyastia7041]

@@johnknight9150 well, I think I got your point, that's what I've also mentioned - an idealism-based and idealism-concerned realism of INTJ. But for me it is more like acceptance of living in the world of people and a resolve to work with them (in wider point), despite all of bad features of them. But to work WITH, not to work FOR. I hardly can imagine an INTJ who wish to make people's life better with a good idea, instead of the real one, who wish to fullfil a good idea, which can (maybe; good if it can, "pity" if not) make people's life better along with it.

[@johnknight9150]

@@mirriyastia7041 That's the amusing paradox of INTJs: looking down upon idealism while being idealistic themselves (whether they realise it or not!). It sounds like you're in that tricky part of life (perhaps mid-twenties?) where you need to break through to the next stage of individuation. A different cultural perspective can work wonders and bring insights that you will currently lack. I needed Japanese culture when I was "stuck" as a teen, and I needed French culture when I was "stuck" as a thirty year old. If you're not opposed to spirituality and/or religion, one of these approaches may help activate the more unconscious elements of your psyche and create a new and sudden will to *serve* rather than fight. This humility and service is a part of the growing process, and the distinction between mature and immature -- whether INTJ, or any other type.

[@tabassumali3813]

INFP here. Learning all I can about my crush :')

[@asher2215]

I always have a crush on Intj's but am too scared to approach them :') Sincerely an Infp

[@lovewho]

There’s plenty of INTJs on the LoveWho discord… just saying… ~ Nathan

[@Kidziel]

Stereotype INTJ - evil genius. 99% of INTJ inrl - clueless weirdos. Coming from one.

[@sparklenights5421]

this is so fucking true, intjs are overrated (this is coming from an intj)

[@OSHA_Violator1]

"Overrated"​?@@sparklenights5421

[@arson1tez]

We have all the ideas and plans but we are all too lazy to actually push through with them. We appear blunt as hell but we are all just socially awkward (at first... I have socialized enough to know what not to do).

[@OSHA_Violator1]

@@arson1tez Yeah laziness is one reason but probably more so insecurity, paralysis by analysis... Perfectionism..etc And then there is passion for a project. I have a million ideas a minute but I don't care enough, nor have the time for them

[@arson1tez]

@@OSHA_Violator1 man you just spoke to my soul 🧍

[@stephenswaim]

Thank you, I will refer back to this list whenever someone asks me to describe myself.

[@MoPoppins]

💯

[@esnardojaredralph94]

same

[@whysmile9412]

proceed with caution buddy

[@keithauguis2844]

INTP here. Learning a lot about the personality and nature of INTJs is kind of exhilarating. And, despite the differences, I actually share some of these qualities with you guys.

[@KatanaKamisama]

INTJ's like INTP's too. One of the few types that we can count on to keep up / challenge us intellectually.

[@johnknight9150]

INTPs and INTJs are probably the most similar types when it comes to "swapping the Ps and Js", as it were. We tend to reach the same conclusions but via opposite pathways: you guys start with something small (and solid) and then build up something from that base, whereas we start with something big and whittle away what's unnecessary until we end up with something small and precise. If we were CPUs, INTPs are more CISC (like x86) whereas INTJs are more RISC (like ARM).

[@keithauguis2844]

@@KatanaKamisama Actually, I haven't been able to meet someone with this personality type yet. I'm 15 years old. I'm still very young, and all the teens around me aren't interested in these kinds of things the same way as I do.

[@keithauguis2844]

@@johnknight9150 That's a great way to interpret it. I like that.

[@1chienandalou]

As an entp intj are my fav type. Closely followed by intp. (I prob would like entps too but I only know one other entp in my entire life and I’m 40)

[@silversolver7809]

Optimized-Other-worldly Deliberate-Passionate Systematic-Esoteric Unyielding-Phlegmatic Trenchant-Candid Industrious-Decisive Exacting-Inquisitive Mysterious-Iron-fisted Judicious-Acerbic Formidable-COnvergent

[@olivia-performanceartist3693]

Thank you. Also, the second example of 'mysterious' is absolutely hilarious: she was mysterious about herself but said plenty about her husband 😅😅😅.

[@farfaraway4285]

If you leave them to their own devices, they just start..doing stuff… yep, that’s me. I always sort some sht, come up with solution, plan of implementation, next steps etc. until someone stops me. My folder is full of “ready to go” projects I can whip out once someone discovers that particular problem. Of course people always want to go and figure out what I’ve already done and tested. Such waste.

[@wouldntyouliketoknowweathe19]

Stop im going to blush

[@VVanDraven]

Congratulations Nathan. You made feel respected.

[@VKRollins]

Thank you for this video. I can totally relate to all the words. INTJ

[@suburbohemian]

Me too..especially acknowledging our passionate and intense nature that burns inside so that I'm often still surprised how others view us as cold. I mean seriously, get to know that INTJ you're judging and be surprised!

[@erickhurley2496]

An INTJ is locked into a myriad of indeliable hells in which they must maneuver, in many systems, invisible to most, in order to survive.....and that was 30 seconds ago. Thank you for all of your quality artistic content.

[@00Klingon]

We all like to combine our 1st slot with our 3rd slot when in our comfort zone. Combining Ni hero with Fi child is the epitome of passion itself that seeks an outlet via Se inferior which leads to INTJ enjoying being performative and sharing their talents and passions with others... that they trust. Because trust can be difficult via Fe trickster, consider yourself honored if an INTJ wishes to share anything with you. It's a big deal.

[@dhisufiroafrozenseraphimdragon]

I'm an INTJ who's still in the process of forming a system that works for me. There are lots of things I need and want to do but I can't do it all consistently without a system.

[@CheriFields]

Real world or mental? Both can take time to develop well, but in some ways I like finally landing on a physical system (eg figuring out what to buy and pack for a quick picnic with my kids so we’re all happy and I’m not frazzled) as much as discovering something about what makes the world tick.

[@dhisufiroafrozenseraphimdragon]

@@CheriFields I meant physically. I can think all day but I struggle with the doing part, definitely when I'm trying to do something new.

[@CheriFields]

@@dhisufiroafrozenseraphimdragon Oh, yeah. I hate moving with a passion because it forces me to make so many decisions in the physical world. But I bet if I did it every month, I would figure out a system, develop a system of decisions to implement, and be okay with everything but the lost study time spent relocating various objects.

[@jenniferhanses7064]

@@dhisufiroafrozenseraphimdragon I can tell you what worked for me in college. Maybe you can apply it to where you are now. I got a daily planner for the year, with each day broken down on each page by the hour (this was very important). It may have had two days per page. I can't remember, but no more than 2. I would get the syllabus (i. e. all the work that needed to be done per semester), and write in all the due dates for things that needed to be written and tests that needed to be taken. Then I'd look at the chapters I had to read, and assign myself to read them, usually on the class day before it would be needed (if a T/Th class, I'd schedule Thursday's reading on Tuesday), though I might start earlier if they were long (such as having to read a whole book, then I'd schedule an hour of reading per day of the book as needed, as far back as needed). This usually meant I had an hour to 2 1/2 hours of scheduled reading per day. Then I'd go back through and write in days and times to work on my papers, and schedule appointments with the writing center for a review before turning them into the professors. I wrote in all of my club activities. And then if something came up and I wanted to change plans to handle an emergency, or go to a social function and I didn't already have time for it in my planner, I could usually shift things around (doing readings scheduled for Tuesday on Wednesday, for example). I could also see if I was massively overbooked and couldn't move stuff, though I can't recall that actually ever happening.

[@joanfolds476]

Excellent presentaiton! My late mother was an INTJ with a grade school education. I'm an ISFJ with a college education. The only thing I had in common with her was that she was also an introvert. There was no good chemistry between us.

[@amburbyler7721]

Yeah, I have an isfj sister and we do not have much in common, nor do we really get along. - INTJ female

[@rameshcppodcasts]

INFJ here, who is comfortable with INTJ and ISFJ friends

[@marcelak8493]

Weird (Interesting) how I've been described using all these words at some point. I like it! Please keep doing INTJ videos. Being a younger INTJ, I feel it's one of the best resources to understand myself better and figure out how to crack the system.

[@cthoniccassandra7526]

This is such a nice little ego boost. Truthfully, I can't stand being an INTJ. Every other personality type has a balance of flaws and strengths, meanwhile I can only see the issues that an INTJ mind has. Our tunnel vision is a long one, and we ruminate within those confines for ages, our inability to take action right away, so much so that we wind up wasting time and opportunity, losing that efficiency we desire, and an overall attitude of superiority that, yes, it may be true, but we shirk connection to maintain that independence. At first, I was fine when I figured out my cognitive functions aligned with it (took personality tests, kept getting feeler types). Then I went "oh shit" and realized my personality and mindset is part of why I have problems. I've gotten better, even if I went through an identity crisis recently, and kept desperately trying to disprove I was an INTJ. But nope. Got this brain and now I just have to optimize it (sorry, Nathan, but my American ways insist on the 'Z', you know, the one used in English courses throughout the world, hehe). This channel is always a comforting space however, so I take pleasure in the compliments amid the callouts!

[@mirriyastia7041]

I can relate, mate. Nothing to say to you except - fight, don't drop your hands. We integees are self-contradiction, self-conflict, self-doubt, and we have to get through it to stand on a firm ground. Sometimes - to force ourselves to do instead of waiting. I often catch myself on an approach like "I'd better stay out of this fight, as it is pointless, exhausting and depressing, ", and maybe sometimes I have my truth; but there are fights, struggles and competitions we can't stay away from, postpone or prepare for.

[@cthoniccassandra7526]

@@mirriyastia7041 Damn, if I didn't relate hard to everything you added. You're right, there's a lot to us that goes under the surface, and we can't remain there forever, and it feels good to see that I'm really not the only person who has these thoughts. Thank you, this is very encouraging!

[@MoPoppins]

I’m guessing you’re on the younger side? I *_really_* love being an INTJ, but it’s because I’ve learned to OPTIMIZE how to work w/ all the competing forces/energies, and cultivated the ability to stop being my own worst enemy. If you want to become the best version of yourself, STUDY OTHERS. Pick someone you want to emulate, and start practicing becoming a version of whatever you want to be (you’ll always be lending your own vibe). Do this for any & every aspect of your life. When you pick role models who resonate w/ you (whether fictional or real…as long as the objective you set is feasible), they serve as a North Star & finish line, though you can feel free to pivot or adapt at any point. What you’ll find in mature & well-developed versions of ANY personality type, is that they’ll become hard/harder to type because they’re not one-dimensional stereotypes of their archetype-they’ve worked on their weaknesses, so they’re more balanced as people. These people-no matter what their type-don’t think that it sucks to be them. Don’t be too attached to labels, or to the current version of yourself. If you don’t have older people in the offline world that you respect & admire, seek them out online or elsewhere. You’ll likely find that the person you want to be is a COMPOSITE of various personality types-THIS will lead you to become the most optimized version of yourself. Go forth, INTJ & release those limiting beliefs! Practice becoming the person you want to become, one step, one day @ a time-down the line, it’ll become second nature…I promise. 🙏 - an almost 48 yr old INTJ

[@cthoniccassandra7526]

@@MoPoppins I just left my 20s, so I'm considered "young" by some and "old" by anyone under that. lol I do come across as "young" though, without getting too into it, from the crap and trauma I was subjected to while growing up, so I suppose figuring myself out and handling emotions and perceptions were stunted and now I'm finally getting _somewhere,_ you know? No one warned me our 20s wasn't where you actually solidify, but where you pull things apart. I'd like to continue to be better and emulate the ideal version of myself in my head--I've managed to soul-search on my own without help for so long, that it's still difficult to perceive most folks as 'role models' aside from that concept in my head. Folks offline don't give me the best examples to mimic. However, this random little shout into the void wound up giving me advice I needed to read, so I'm going to take the suggestions you've given me, as well as what was said before by others, and try to apply it to my daily living. It's been nice reading things from people that make _sense_ and gives me the aspiration to keep pushing. Thank you!

[@dhisufiroafrozenseraphimdragon]

I relate so much with all those flaws you mentioned. I don't hate INTJs or being an INTJ but I do hate myself because I can see these problems yet still swim in them every darned day. And somehow I still believe that I'm superior to everyone else. It's so stupid. My belief in Jesus Christ is the only thing that keeps me sane.

[@an_anishinaabe_son]

Nathan, would you be willing to make "INFJs in 20 words"? And the same for ENFJs and INFPs?

[@end4567]

Yes, he will.

[@an_anishinaabe_son]

@@end4567 sounds good

[@KillerRabbit1975]

There is an INTJ that I have become more infatuated with the more I study him. Such an adorable death stare. This list is so him. Signed an INTP.

[@nj3195]

Can I mention a theory I have about INTJ’s? I am an INTJ but I happen to meet an INTJ from South East Asia. Who ran a Salon. I know, a salon! But she was, she had vision that regulars don’t have. Anyway her entire family and village died in a tsunami. She had been away from the area on a trip but she lost everything. She had no one 😢but she picked up her things got refugee status to move to America where she got married and opened her business that I frequented. I found this out while we were talking about losing loved ones. Being the INTJ I am, I thought 💭 what if the reason INTJ’s are so independent, generalized, vision and goal oriented because they are meant to be sort of survivors. The ability to pick themselves back up after great loss and continue a group of people. I suspect some personalities would not recover from this kind of loss. INTJ, would have the grit, vision, patience determination to start over again. The intuition needed to envision a future without the familiar seems VERY INTJ. I think 🤔 our personality type was created to carry the species on, no matter what ❤. A biological responsibility! That could explain why we have the habit of seeing how things could be better…..just a thought 😊

[@TheMoribund666]

PASSIONATE... Thank you so much for recognizing that.

[@jorge-mlr]

Wonder if there anything in this world that would causes the "INTJ Underworld Army to unite"? (past the 60-minute mark, without a single one going home early and unannounced)

[@MoPoppins]

Problem-solving & optimization are always the objective, and if you look around, we’ve got some things happening in this world that could use BOTH. The army is imminent, I’d say. 🔮

[@CheriFields]

Nope. I don’t want to be part of an army, too much teamwork required

[@TheNitr01]

I love that systematic and esoteric were two of the words in there, my PhD supervisor has used those words a couple of times in his past reports about me.😆Your videos never disappoint us INTJs!

[@Linawouldrathernot]

Did anyone spot "British i.e. superior spelling"? LOOOOOOL XD

[@PaleGhost69]

As an American who will frequently spell things in the British way, I like that American optimized has a z because it's so underused.

[@Hypatia350]

@@PaleGhost69 As a British person I love 'z's, but because of the US cultural dominance of the internet I favour the 's' here. (And my 'u' in the word 'favour', so there ;))

[@atdzsny]

As an INTJ, I think IPA (ˈɒp.tɪ.maɪz | ˈɑːp.tə.maɪz) or anything else that sounds as it reads is superior. :)

[@campbell1446]

@@PaleGhost69 I have real problems spelling things like canceling or canceled with one L. It just looks funny.

[@4fsake2024]

It is so nice to laugh at myself through your videos. I SO enjoy these!

[@fintan3490]

Wooooh yeah! I'm so happy you decided to make a series out of this :3

[@ilovec00ckies]

My ego is satisfied, almost makes me turn on my dark side. "Formidable" was a nice touch.

[@dragoncomosaics9282]

No words 'Conqueror', 'King', 'Emperor'

[@chocobrowniewin]

I have tested as INTP for years.. but now that it has come to the point where i can no longer stand the inefficiencies around my workplace and in the position(s) that allow me to enforce optimization, i have never been more fulfilled. Lo and behold, with a clear mind, I actually tested as INTJ. For the first time, i do not feel the need to keep repeating the test. Being productive and effective is the best remedy to mental illness.

[@heathergrahame9647]

Superb video. Thank you. I especially liked the way you mention "passionate" and notice this trait's absence from most INTJ descriptions.

[@orod22]

My most favorite INTJ video you've done so far.

[@deezee6461]

Always love your intj videos keep it up

[@drwizarrd4421]

"Dumb af"....😬👎 "Intellectually unarmed"......😃👍

[@michelled8947]

A very accurate and insightful description of INTJ

[@cellgrrl]

INTJ mom here. My daughter tells me she admires the fact that I don't care what people think of me. It is true; I don't. I don't like being misunderstood, and I am.

[@isaymamamoo9469]

I'm an INTJ and definitely not a genius. Still working on it 😬😆

[@lamarckleland5731]

I stopped being "candid" when I started studying Japanese. Learning to become more diplomatic, vague and sensitive has improved my life a lot.

[@cameronpickford7568]

INTJ watching video: Smugness intensifies.

[@lifehacmedia]

❤ I loved this. Usually words like brass or cold come up and then I feel negatively about it. Thank you ❤

[@flowerx3238]

It really does make me feel great about myself that's for sure. But all these kind words start to feel too much and very undeserved. I don't know how to feel. Maybe a cons video to balance things out? - INTJ

[@CheriFields]

There were a few cons; we just don’t care

[@vutube379]

Machiavellian dialed up to 11.... This is when their willpower is herculean and no one and nothing will stand in their way. Best you're not the target of their rage when this rare gear is pulled.

[@evanchi4026]

21. Visionary: Thinking about the future with planning or wisdom.

[@Dielytris]

Back in '88, I took the long form type test (free!) from a health industry office which typed me as ENFJ. Assuming this is not a lifetime thing and following the lead KZbin provided by directing INTJ material my way, I have to assume I have become an introvert. Good analysis here, thanks. No surprises. Consistent with my behavior.

[@tonybeckham5463]

Great informational presentation!!!!

[@obscurellepriscillatopin7506]

Much timely/timeless truth-touring packed into seven minutes of video ~ With plenty of ego-spotlight on the side🏁

[@axldotm8288]

🤭thank you for warming up our cold stone hearts

[@lapislazoolii8332]

INTJ in ten words: “Call an ambulance! Call an ambulance! But not for me.”

[@Lawlophile]

I organized and categorized a bulleted list of critiques for my ENFJ 'friend's silver gameplay with specific events I've seen from her to justify my critique when she asked for it. She immediately became defensive and later said: "... Teach me the right way and I'll learn. Use negative reinforcement and attack me just for the fun of it - that will ensure I never ask for your help or guidance again. ... saying all of this and in a way that's disrespectful and shaming is counterproductive and not helpful." Just a small anecdote while I chuckle at the word "trenchant".

[@jenniferhanses7064]

Enjoys thinking good things about herself for a little bit ---> An INTJ

[@run4cmt]

I worked for a company for 20 years. Every job I had with the company, I was shown to a cubicle or office and left to my own devices. Good thing I am an ISTJ.

[@Lamp-Light_Ministries]

As an intj I found this very amusing/enjoyable to hear.

[@Leeknows_Iris777]

Finally someone accurate enough, wise choice of words must say. Impressive.

[@Ginger-hi2to]

The fact that I've never met intj in a real life, but I find all of them under videos wich compliment them (as well as me)

[@e00d20]

Thanks for keeping it post.

[@nurainiarsad7395]

Not true! Some of us do show mercy to the intellectually unarmed.

[@inanothertime5227]

Honestly this is nothing but a compliment for me

[@ashrunsaway1134]

I mean... I feel flattered... please do a negative video or something lmao my ego is too weak for this praise

[@darthlaurel]

"...and sometimes they are actually being offensive...." 😶😉

[@michapietrucin7047]

Less pause between individual words will make the content as a whole more digestible, spot-on nonetheless / INTJ

[@MariamZawjatNomayri]

Thank you for sharing

[@Batchick99]

Why do I think that if I were better at being an INFP, I would be an INFJ, and then, if I were better at being an INFJ, I would be an INTJ? Minmax, I love minmaxing, especially the minmaxmathing of it.

[@BlackHatTy]

My responses to questions as an INTJ: 1. What do you want? 2. Yeah what's your point? 3. No babies died from such a mistake...but if be more concerned if any kittens did. 4. No. 5. Death stare.

[@yeahweburnstuff]

You just described my intj husband perfectly! He's WONDERFUL! Guess what I am?

[@MoPoppins]

INFP?

[@yeahweburnstuff]

@@MoPoppins oooh, close!

[@maggis0]

ENFP?

[@silversolver7809]

"Guess what I am" Lucky :)

[@MoPoppins]

@@yeahweburnstuff Based on your enthusiasm, I’m gonna second Magda’s guess & go w/ ENFP?

[@MariamZawjatNomayri]

Thanks for sharing

[@DistortedShelf0]

ENTP next? Please, Papa Nathan!

[@cjp592]

I already subscribed Nathan. But I’m not one to lurk online. 😂😂😂

[@solarisan_]

I have met several INTJs and their behavior is not alike. However, the one I know the best from up close is my uncle. And we argue almost all the time. It is all fine when we examine things thoroughly since we kinda start with a similar premise. But once we have to make decisions… that’s the twist that changes the course of the conversation. He is ill. Has been so for a while. I figured out what was wrong months before and had my mom pass the information to him so he can get a proper treatment on time. But did he listen? Of course not. He acknowledged it after a doctor told him so. But we still can get along despite obvious differences. Now, my dad (who happens to be an ESTP) and my uncle… My head hurts after hearing them fight. And they do so all the time.

[@tika24e2]

Love this video

[@Smudg3lord]

This is good. ISTP please 🙏

[@isa-manuelaalbrecht2951]

From intj to intp..thanx dearle... but I told ya so..I knew. .🤣😅😁😁😂🤩🤭😏😄🤪

[@reviewyup592]

We indeed are mysterious for people were certain there were a lot going on beneath the surface and they couldn't exactly tell what.