Things you LOVE when you’re an INTJ

[@LoCaRaAFi]

'Don't go through life, grow through life' - I like this one very much!

[@Peanuts76]

pls don't do this again, as i want you to be happy with another guy, i hope you find someone better than me.... it never works from the start, and it only bring more suffering than it was....

[@goblinslayer6375]

ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ - Sun Tzu

[@fortune_roses]

Thanks for providing *more depth into INTJ than just "INTJ"* : typically male villainous hacker wearing a dark hoodie & darker facial expression

[@angelbear_og]

Right? I've never understood the "evil mastermind plotting world domination" stereotype. To the point where I've many times questioned my INTJ-ness. I'm not evil (to my knowledge) and I certainly don't want to dominate the world -- I don't even want to be a boss of one person. I've never even been a manager. Was sort of a "team lead" once, but only because I had a higher skillset than anyone else in my department -- and I was always getting in trouble for being too "abrasive". It also basically meant that I had to do more work than everyone else. But I'm a worker bee at heart, so while on the one had it annoyed me that I did more and harder work than the others, I also liked the challenges I in a weird way. (Probably because of the learning aspect.)

[@MariaMedina-lj4kt]

@@angelbear_og I'm in between INTJ and INFJ, because the thinking and the feeling functions are very balanced (like 49%-51%). I sometimes relate more to the INFJ, some other times with the INTJ, but I feel the same as you, I have my flaws, but I'm certainly not evil, and I don't want world domination. I'm very low profile, I usually hope that people won't even notice me. But at work, as I'm very proactive, I end up doing most of the work when it's team work, because I just want to get things done, (and also because I don't really trust other people's work, I have a lot of trust issues) and sadly many people aren't like this, and the sad thing is you will get taken advantage of for this.

[@ssesf]

The part about "darker facial expression" - an INTJ death stare doesn't refer to a stare that will kill but rather the stare of a dead person, void of expression. However, this does scare the shit out of some feelers.

[@psychsephone9832]

Oh hey Moonflower I watch your tarot vids, fancy seeing you here. Are you an INTJ as well?

[@azeaille2304]

Oh my god thats so true, im an intj but i never understood the streotype of villainous kinda personality and death stare, i even doubt im an intj so i taken multiple test the result is still intj-a

[@glueball214]

No one captures the will of an INTJ quite like him.

[@user-mc5vy2vk5n]

Yes!!! I don't wanna be in position of power, I prefer to stay in the shadow, unless I see that the current leader is utterly incompetent and I see myself as capable enough to speak up. But even then it's not for power, I'd rather take role of adviser, if possible.

[@tammy6452]

I'll second that

[@SuperKatiki]

I never seek positions of power, but somehow I end up in them (either officially or defacto).

[@BGomez-tk7lu]

It's a problem when your superiors are doing things in a way that you as an INTJ can do ten times better. It's a very delicate spot to be in. You don't want to undermine the people in charge but you feel the urge to intervine with your superior idea for the sake of efficiency and the greater good. It's hard to not come across as arrogant or rude sometimes

[@vaishnavij5578]

so true. now i am really angry on our class representative whom i voted for.

[@ssesf]

La emminence grise - the grey emminence.

[@angma_abode]

" The day you stop learning and growing, is the day you die .... "

[@ssesf]

I've been dead for a long time.

[@AA-lq5pu]

Same here, I just recently told someone that when I lose my live for learning you know I am dangerously depressed.

[@jacobwiren8142]

"Stop and smell the blood of your fallen enemies..." Excellent advice...

[@cake1559]

"Stop and enjoy the smell of your fallen enemies. And if there are roses them too." As a person who is always seeking self-growth I found the ending of the video great, it helped me realise some things. Thank you.

[@Ine3220]

Yes! Planting roses and planning to smell them to.

[@spacecatfromjupiter]

Yep, we tend to be hard on ourselves out of a strict perfectionism. But looking back on our past accomplishments in self growth (in other matters as well) is a very satisfying thing to do. In fact, even that is a form of self-reflection. reflecting on what we once were, in comparison to what we are now. Viewing our proverbial slain demons as they are. Slain. As long as they haven't killed us, we can have the satisfaction of smelling them. Lol

[@suburbohemian]

I loved it...very Klingon...

[@janeofthejungle4]

I’ve noticed they don’t seem to have the super villain style power hunger, too. They do seem to just want A LOT (all) of control over their own stuff. I really understand and respect that, though. What I suspect it is, is their innate, universal power, which people get confused about. I’ve spoken with my INTJ friend who’s close to my age (40s) and we explained our inner worlds to each other. Mine is more like a moving art piece, while hers is something like the matrix, I think. She has the INTJ eye toggle quite noticeably and she said she tells people she’s checking her inner blackboard, when that’s happening. It’s always when she’s thinking while she’s speaking. My INTJ son also has the eye toggle. They’re checking their matrix world grid and we can actually see it in their eyes! So cool! We both see the objective world/reality filtered through our inner worlds. INTJ is a strategy person and so sometimes people act as though they just got dealt an easier hand in life. This could not be further from the truth. People can be extremely cruel to them due to their outward social behaviours and their often high level of achievements. This actually really upsets me because I raised one. I know the truth and the truth is, like with INFJ, this world doesn’t not seem to like or want them. That hurts! Even little INTJs can hurt, too! I saw him not being accepted. I saw him figuring things out which children aren’t supposed to figure out, yet. I saw him being treated like a lesser and people thinking he was immature. He wasn’t. He was just in his own little fantasy world when he was young. One teacher even tested him for immaturity verrry early on. He was found not to be suffering from immaturity (which I already knew😒). She was just soooo confused by his super quirky little nature. Now he’s a grown man and he does just fine for himself, in this world. He’s quite balanced and he only gets all fired up while he’s driving. And he’s pissed about gas prices and has also mentioned that one or two times.

[@i3ignorantidelweb43]

I see myself in your son, for 2 main reasons 1. This world, I’m trying to understand it for personal development but I don’t get most of it. 2. A teacher several times to my parents I am immature, once she said “she matured a lot”. I was like “ yeah, everyone does but I don’t I changed THAT much”

[@i3ignorantidelweb43]

I’ve never seen myself as matrix but I see my perception of reality as little but with a scanner over it, I know what I have to do (for example I’m angry when teacher ask for things they didn’t say to do, I’m like “you explained xyz, now DON’T ASK FOR q” )

[@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes]

I am INFJ and I admire a lot INTJs. Thank for sharing. Since my childhood and again now, most of people think I am shy, that I am stupid, that I know nothing, that I do nothing, that I am lazy. Whereas I was not shy, i speak only to say something usefull, good or interesting or helpful. People always confuse between shy and introvert. I suffered too during childhood to be apart (to be forced to do things I didn't want to do to fit in the world), to always wanted to do differently than other, to always ask myself why, to don't see the meaning/the goal in so many things."You can't do like all other do ?" I understood since I was 2 years old, that "we are all differents" thing that most of people don't and will nerver understand in their life. People who know MBTI deeply are rare. Being missunderstood is a terrible feeling that it can cause me frustation, anxiety, depression. We have strenght and weakenesses like all. I am happy to have this personality. Very well balanced 2nd and 3rd function (Fe & Ti), use both right and left side brain. Have many qualities and values. Despite to not fit in this extroverted sensing world. I know so much things, have so much ideas/imagination that I need at least 3 lifes. Today at work, I didn't know how to open the 2nd locked door, in less than 1second, I knew how to open this 2nd door (thanks Ni-Ti) Even if have Se on inferior function don't help with the life, our Ni dominant function is a genius, and save us. INTJs you are a genius, total black look is the best, the most practical, efficient way to be well geared everytime, everywhere. Not waste of time and energy to choose what to wear everyday. It save our mental health. INFJ/INTJ and surely INTP & INFP too, our time and energy are important.

[@i3ignorantidelweb43]

@Leen Smk I’m a female INTJ too and I’ve been in a similar situation, my mum’s great but when I was little she needed to get used to me and so she made me do things I didn’t want to and when she saw I didn’t do as good as other kids, she cried over this. I was feeling so wrong that I recently promised myself (while I was thinking about my childhood) that my child will never feel the same.

[@i3ignorantidelweb43]

@@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes I’m INTJ and I admire INFJ “MBTI cousins” because you are so pure and understating and also so cool to talk to

[@user-of4kk4in9f]

INTJs like to 'potentially' control situations like a secret service agent.

[@mialindvall]

Strategy, control and self-growth, we sound kind of scary (but we are not, usually 😏). This is 100% accurate. I love the way you get us! ⭐💛

[@psychsephone9832]

I see a lot of commenters confused on whether they're an INTJ or an INFJ basically because they "feel more". Don't fall into your own stereotypes, INTJs aren't emotionless robots. Our feeling function can feel out of control at times because it's in the 'child' position of the stacking, and it's the self focused form of feeling (Fi), as opposed to the INFJ focusing on others feelings (Fe) as a 'parent' function. If anything, INTJs probably seem more emotional than INFJs. But that's just my guess since I haven't known many INFJs. Basically, just look into Fe vs Fi if you aren't sure which type you are.

[@asvegas777]

Good comment. I don’t know how people confuse these types. Must be testing artifact. For one, INFJ are smooth with Fe - especially when it’s used in service of their Ni. Sure am INTJ can learn social skills but Fe warmth will not come naturally to them in fact they distrust and devalue it quite a bit even if they are socially adept - but it takes enough effort to balance one’s own functions and I am not either of these types so not being judgmental just observing and relating to the cognitive functiona

[@homehome5220]

I have trouble being typecast as some vilian or mastermind. I am just trying to get through my day without smacking someone. I hate having to say "and you didn't see that coming?" I find my self put in leadership roles after I have expressly turned them down. I have been told that I just seem to fill a need, ya great, thanks. My favorite thing to do in this world is watch ppl and try to figure out either what they need to function properly or what dirty little secret they are hiding. Oh, and you didn't see that coming, I told you so, or that ship has sailed are my favorite quotes. My secret, I am terrified of failure so it's easier not to try and just sit around trying to perfect a nonexistent thing

[@skyinuri8868]

Sameeeeee OMG

[@MiaLogoes]

Hotheaded intj is a dormant volcano. I don't think I've ever been infuriated or angry to my fullest potential in my entire life... I think my full anger would be something like a cooked up volcano. But instead of erupting with fury, the lava will slowly flow down burning everything in its path. Then it cools and gives way to a new layer of land. Also, I watched a Karen video and even thou people make fun of them I always wonder what amount of energy you'd need to be that angry and express it outwardly with burning fury so instantly.

[@Elodie_N_INTJ_Analyzes]

I am INFJ and I was rarely angry. When it's happen, I suggest people to not be here or run fast. I think I am able to destroy everything/everyone. Happened when ex boyfriends didn't let me go outside to avoid conflict. And forced to talk/arguing whereas I didn't want. So I think they will always remind me.

[@thefool5460]

Same with me. I am not prone to emotions and people call me a monster or a robot because of it. But, when I get into a claustrophobic and cluttered space (Which is my home) I flip out if I had a rough day. I live in an RV with my parents and my brother temporarily but seeing them make a mess of everything pisses me off when I'm in a bad mood. Don't know if other intjs hate clutter but I certainly do.

[@MiaLogoes]

@@thefool5460 idk about other intjs but I have no problem with clutter as long as someone doesn't clean the mess without asking me. I used to get into fights with my dad when I was younger. He would just randomly come to my desk and rearrange everything.

[@thequattro20v]

@@MiaLogoes Isn't this kinda clutter the caos you carefully created and makes perfect sense on your head?

[@MiaLogoes]

@@thequattro20v it kinda is isn't it? If someone mess with it then it's hard to think

[@farfaraway4285]

Omg that part about initially moving slow due to thinking things through and then swift attack once best strategy is devised is so me! I am able to put new processes in place very quickly after I am given enough time to get ready. This is where my confidence is coming from. I know what’s going to happen and it does and I can tackle it. Very few times if ever situation arose that caught me off guard. I love being INTJ! * As the happy exclamation at the end is confusing fellow INTJs, please note that today we were told to work from home from Monday onwards. This is the best news I’ve received in a long time so in defiance of my type I got excited.

[@dacksonflux]

You sound very young. I also don't think you're an Ni user. Just by the way you write, it's very Ne driven. I can smell xNTPs a mile away.

[@farfaraway4285]

@@dacksonflux I am INTJ 100%. I’ve done the test 2 or 3 times, I am actually INTJ-A. I’m glad I sound young, my kids think I’m old.

[@thequattro20v]

This is very much like me also, only the end part that i love being a INTJ ain't exactly what i would say.

[@RogueAlchemist]

Fellow INTJ-A, congrats on working from home! I have been able to do so since April and have been loving it.

[@dacksonflux]

@@farfaraway4285 online tests are quantitative not qualitative. MBTI is qualitative. I recommend looking into functions. You sound very young, very very young. Your actual age has nothing to do with what I'm referring to.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

Robert Downey Jr.'s "Sherlock Holmes", when physically threatened, plots out an entire fight scene before the first punch has even been thrown. As INTJ as it gets.

[@EresirThe1st]

You really understand us better than any other channel. However I will say at least in my case it's not that I *don't* stop and enjoy the moment, it's that I *can't*. I wouldn't know how even if I wanted to. It just makes me feel guilty every time I'm not working on myself.

[@user-mc5vy2vk5n]

I second this. Hard working for something, planning things etc. - great. Everything goes like planned - nice. But relish the moment, celebrate the finishing of some project, getting that delayed gratitude - okay, but let's move on to the next thing. Think about future, plan another things. In case of failure there's frustration about overseen aspects, what I could have do in the past to prevent it - but when it goes smoothly, the satisfaction isn't that big, it's just fine. Thinking about future already. Maybe I'm not good to myself. But staying in the presence is really hard.

[@thevladtepes1]

I went through a similar mindset, and it still catches me off guard regularly. The best (only) cure I found is in accepting some of my flaws and needs while actually, authentically, becoming a version of myself I can be proud of. Reminding myself of how much progress I made, and that I already am and am doing great (but not a perfect emotionless robot) lifts this constant pressure to improve and do better, letting me enjoy the present, if only for a while (guilt eventually comes back). It might not work for you but I hope it can help.

[@SuperKatiki]

You can. It just takes practice, constant awareness, and discipline. It helps to see learning to enjoy the moment as a form of self improvement.

[@stevedavenport1202]

This is a serious misnomer. Why should we assume that the only way to "enjoy the moment" is to drop everything and go bungy jumping? If you are up to your elbows in Ni bliss, then you are enjoying the moment, strategizing your way through the future.

[@KatanaKamisama]

I've spent years working in food service, which is a sub optimal career for an INTJ in terms of the sensory stimulation and social requirements. I can definitely attest that INTJ's are prone to outbursts when provoked / stressed. I did not care for who I was as a human when I was in that field.

[@MrKevin1144]

Agreed. I’ve been there as well. Constant stimulation coming from all angles, stress and dis-order. Unreliable co-workers and fickle demanding customers. Definitely a recipe for disaster

[@Happyheretic2308]

Same for me, but it was the legal industry that did for me. I disliked who I was when I was in it.

[@rad4924]

Long before I knew about MBTI my love of efficiency was well known by those who knew me (in fact it's literally my favourite word), as was my penchant for always wearing black so learning I was an INTJ made so much sense in hindsight given how almost stereotypical I was.

[@masterskribble]

Nailed it. At work, I am usually the silent observer only taking the reins when leadership is lacking. I think most INTJ's believe in the "measure the cloth twice before cutting it" mantra.

[@IM-uh5tk]

1) 0:00 strategy 2) 2:35 control 3) 4:14 self-growth

[@olivia-performanceartist3693]

Great video! A few more of the favourite INTJ things: - stuff that just works - getting a handle on that slippery Se - silence - cheese on crackers - Love Who comedy skits (like seriously, the best thing during lockdown Part I and II).

[@AL-wj9qe]

I don’t need power, but if power can help me to achieve my goal, I will have it, then leave it behind and keep going.

[@fahmitajjuddin9863]

you know i can really relate to tesla word alot. sometimes its just infuriating to see people around me are not able to solve a problem that can easly be solve by simple strategy and calculation. then i realize most of people solve problem with their feeling not their brain, its often the impulse that come to play when problem happen. i still strugling how to make people to just calm down a bit and think with their brain to solve problem. but the im like" nah its not my problem anyway, i'll help them if they ask my help!"

[@stevedavenport1202]

There are plenty of people who do not use feeling to solve problems, i.e. the ST types.

[@BGomez-tk7lu]

Try to explain your plan as simply and as effectively as possible and if they allow you, execute your plan, even if they don't understand. Results will speak for themselves

[@nurainiarsad7395]

I’ve come to learn that solving the problem is not always the thing that another type values the most. So, unless at the time I hold some kind of responsibility that requires me to overrule them, I let them do it however they need to.

[@DaniellaTousson]

INTJ here. Can I just say I love how efficient you are with the structure of your videos? I don't feel the need to skip through to get to the important bits, because you already have.

[@AmishNinjaMaster]

+3:02-3:11 - I do that for monthly staff meetings, and I’m the manager … need to be prepared incase someone breaks bad and starts a revolt.

[@whatdidthedudesay1062]

0:50 use a magnet

[@MultiBalto123]

spiderman is my morality, batman is my methodology, and punisher is the reality; all of this is to say I'm thankful I'm not a vigilante.

[@heathergrahame9647]

Yes, the desire to control situations is very much there in me, but I'm smart enough to know that if I attempt to control others, the outcome will be very poor. So I control my own urges and constantly look for a behaviour or process that I think or hope will lead to a positive outcome. Inevitably all outcomes are a mixture of good and not-so-good. I take pride in the good (knowing that I did it intentionally) and I seek to learn what I can from the not-so-good. Although I find trial and error tedious, it is necessary sometimes. I can't foresee everything.

[@Anonomyous-cg1ye]

Great video once again. The Nikola Tesla quote reminded me of one of my favorite quotes from someone who is also said to have been an INTJ. “If I only had an hour to chop down a tree, I would spend the first 45 minutes sharpening my axe.” - Abraham Lincoln.

[@johnknight9150]

I think people overestimate Te's role in our lives. Yes, we love to optimise things, but you have to understand that every INTJ is part anarchist -- we often dislike ISTJs and outright loathe ESTJs. Our primary function is Ni, which is a *very* different beast to Te, and likes to play with our 3rd slot Fi before bringing Te into the picture. I imagine 4th slot Se bears much of the blame for starting this, but we find it hilarious to screw with the natural order of things and watch people run around like ants.

[@farfaraway4285]

Heck yeah we are anarchists, I always felt like that inside. Now I know why :).

[@boscayolo_]

@@jeremyjackson7429 definitely Si. One of my best friends is an istj, but he's been for a very long time the most unhealthy version of himself, due to experiences and personal traumas. He wrapped himself in his Si, building a very unhealthy (both physically and mentally) routine, made of wrong convictions and practices. He can't get out of it. He's totally unable to consider anything new in his life, may that be a hobby or a new person/friend. He's become a very heavy burden to carry around and it's painful to watch.

[@johnknight9150]

@@jeremyjackson7429 If your sister is an ISTJ, that will change things a bit. But generally ISTJs dislike clipboard-carrying bureaucratic types who are obsessed with procedure, which ISTJs tend to be. But I'll take an ISTJ over an ESTJ any day. There are plenty of ISTJs I still like, in spite of their Rimmer-like tendencies, but ESTJs just make me want to burn down the world.

[@johnknight9150]

@@farfaraway4285 That's the INTJ paradox, don't you think? System-building anarchists.

[@farfaraway4285]

@@johnknight9150 I know right?! Mind boggling even for us :).

[@LilacSnowBun]

The Art of War is my coffee table book 😂💖

[@ssesf]

The Art of War is in my movie collection (Wesley Snipes). Maybe I should get the book as well.

[@achillesegaruoc1807]

Never satisfied. Always planning, working, and striving for more. There is no current moment, only the future which will be created in our image, always longing.

[@mewcelappleby]

Ah I love this channel so much. You’re so articulate. I said this before, and I’ll say it again- I love how you edit too!!

[@jhopsi]

I was asked to do this test by a friend when I was 25 and came up as an INTJ. Now, at 33, I was considering taking Jordan Peterson's personality test.. but remembered the INTJ thing.. and now I am immersed in it. It explains a lot about myself and why I never fit in with the crowd.. and never really wanted to either 😄.. also being female, my masculine traits, in the sense of how I think deeply and execute my planning. Really helpful.

[@latinaalma1947]

So if you are talking about the Five Factor theory of personality designed in part by Jordan Peterson, DO IT! It gives a different perspective....Openness, Conscientiousness, Extroversion vs Introversion,..a scale,all these are scales so we all fall somewhere on them. Fourth is Agreeableness....men tend to be slightly more disagreeable ( which predicts career success) than women or phrased differently,able to stand up for themselves and their ideas...too much agreeableness vs disagreeableness... too much of the latter repulses people and too little is someone who caves in on everything, not good either, never asserting what YOU want or believe or think. N is for neuroticism...women have slighy more of this than men.Shhhh dont say this to a Third Wave Feminist, she will cut your heart out....but it is true and women make up the bulk of psychotherpay patients/clientsfor exactly this reason...pesky neuroticism, that pesters them and makes them unhappy and dissatisfied. The Myers Briggs does not have reliability ie you can get different results with different administrations of the insturment which is why it isnt usually used by clinical psychologists except for industrial psych consulting. The reliability of the 5 Factor Test has been replicated over and over so it is solidly reliable and before any instrument can be said to be valid ie that it measures what it purports to, it must FIRST meet the reliability standard. This is why Educational Testing Services publishers of the SAT pulled publication of the test....it's statisticians could not prove reliability, a real biggie for a pysch or asessment test of any kind. I like both but the 5 Factor is the gold standard of perpsnality tests. Sybil Francis PhD clinical psychology professor ret.

[@ErezElene]

As an INTJ, I've watched and read a lot about the personality types...but wow. This really hit home. I am deeply impressed and kind of freaked out by how thorough and accurate this is.

[@danebrammage4330]

"Take time to stop and smell the blood of your fallen enemies" I am going to steal that phrase

[@jimvick8397]

Ahh... so that is where the rage comes from... I'm an INTJ and type 1,8,6 (Enneagram)... When I get a system all set up and working efficiently, nothing is worse than a fool jumping in to mess things up or ruin my efficiency. I've learned to internalize my rage and really have to fight sometimes to keep from completely losing my shit...

[@takeiteasy-g3z]

Great video. See I understand that any type can be attracted to any type, but as an ENFP, i can't help but be really impressed and astonished in what INTJ's LOVE. They're cute, too bad they're so hard to find.

[@grazynawolska8160]

Oh we're everywhere, we're just inside our own houses a lot lol. If you want to find one think what is the most efficient way to use this service? For example what is the most efficient time to get groceries? Ans: sat or Sunday morning at 8am when stores open 😆 lol. We loathe inefficiency so much that without thinking we will go about life the most efficient way.

[@micahroberts8383]

100% accurate for me! The only thing that felt a bit off was the wording around needing to "stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies," which gave a vibe of competitiveness. I wouldn't say I'm competitive, really, but that might not be what you were going for anyway.

[@jamesbaxter5978]

Yeah I really think Agreeableness (see big five) is a trait independent of mbti, although it correlates somewhat with thinking/feeling.

[@shagrathofcirithungol9010]

It`s not about competition - it`s just about revenge

[@CheezersCameBack]

Exactly right for me on the leadership bit, I don’t necessarily want to be the leader, for that matter I’m not fond of talking a lot, but if the leader is leading like garbage, I’m taking over.

[@wolfone8538]

Thanks u so fucking much for making an intj video

[@farfaraway4285]

I rarely comment twice but after watching the whole video I must say - Nathan, you get me, my man!

[@Huspree2011]

When it comes to important decisions, I am glacial in my thinking process. What is funny is that 90% of the time I know exactly what I am going to do, but, my need for freedom compels me to look at all options as if I didn't already know what I was going to do. Then when I act, I act with conviction.

[@enfieldjohn101]

I'm not power hungry by any means. I have no desire to be in charge of other people or responsible for the group/company/etc that they work for. I am a bit obsessed with control though - both self control (Mr. Spock of Star Trek has always been one of my heroes) and control of anything I build or make myself. One of the reasons why I've never published anything more involved than a review or a short article for websites is that I worry about what will happen to it if I relinquish any control over it to others. Publishing books, producing movies and TV shows etc. are usually collaborative group efforts. I do not like to collaborate because it always results in me having to let others change things sooner or later. I have great ideas for shows and books - some of which I' even have outlines, completed chapters, scripts etc for, but they'll probably never see the light of day because doing that will change them into something other than what I've already made them in my imagination.

[@amc_12345]

I’m an INTJ and wow this video is the most eerily accurate relatable description I’ve ever come across

[@lovewho]

Glad to hear it! If you haven’t already checked it out then feel free to join our discord server. You might enjoy it on there! ~ Nathan

[@tanktedd]

This is completely true. As a Intj I dislike being i first place in line but when doing test ill be the one to finish first. I want to be first but i dont want to be first. Also about the organization thing i am not a organized person (though that could just be cue to my mental health) my room is very messy and whenever im studying my work place is even messier. Also its like i go with the flow and not just any flow but my flow and by doing that i succeed in the life that i want to live.

[@chakradharbandaru9995]

I hated every time I was put in leadership roles.i found a hack tho, i make sure to elect a proxy leader and kinda puppet everyone on team (god complex what can i say) have them let me know if situation is serious...i like being in shadows and minding my business

[@lovewho]

That's a very clever move. It allows you to operate more in the shadows... ~ Nathan

[@dacksonflux]

I describe my temper as 'a bomb with a very long fuse.' I am extremely reluctant to bite, but I absolutely have teeth.

[@rosa2098]

This is one of the best descriptions I’ve ever heard. Thank you

[@Midnight_Lantern]

"Silently sitting in the corner, plotting how to kill everyone in the room. Not that they would, but....just in case". "Always good to find a way to stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies.....and the roses, too." *Get out of my head, Nathan* ;) ~ An INTJ Cynic

[@ramsesemerson]

I like that you recognize that INTJs aren't neat freaks. I've heard a lot recently saying structure and a preference for control=neat freak, and it's not remotely true (at least for me or Sherlock Holmes).

[@kokofan50]

There’s structure to the mess.

[@ramsesemerson]

Holmes was based on a Poe character that Conan Doyle didn't seem to fully understand. If you read the first story, CD says Holmes would never use drugs...then he changes his mind about his character later.

[@Dfd_Free_Speech]

INTP here, who can relate to all these thoughts extremely well. The major addition for me seems to be this permanent creativity that tempts INTPs all the time to explore new knowledge, new things without often finishing what they've been interested in before.

[@Hangland29]

"Their inferior Se can sometimes boil up in a ragey way. Its important not to poke the beast too much." Smart man

[@katielee7057]

I’m an INFP completely mesmerized by INTJ’s, just my favorite people

[@sepp_forcher]

2:57 🤣🤣🤣💩 Not that I want to, but I can't completely suppress it. Maybe everyone just talks about the weather or facial creams...

[@jamesbaxter5978]

Thought at least some of a video like this would play into stereotypes, but this is literally the exact 3 things I value most. I've even written these 3 exact words down before.

[@amaya_lis]

ENFP Here: I live with that, “Grow through life.” I can’t stand going thru life. It drives me nuts and wastes my time.

[@nightshade55]

its really interesting how one of my friend who i think is an intj has said that exact same quote from the beginning

[@mgurtovnik]

Stop and smell the blood of your enemies... and if there are roses, smell them, too )). Love your sense of humor!

[@raf1717]

I jumped around between INTJ and INFJ, and it usually depends on the emotional sometimes political climate around me. I've been bingewatching everything on MBTI topic trying to understand it. I've taken the test so many times over the years. And I was always around 45% to 49% turbulent INTJ/INFJ but have never breached the assertive thresholds. Maybe one day as I get older and got a better grip on things as it says in the ending of this video "Grow through life".

[@lovewho]

Despite the stereotypes, I don't think INFJs are necessarily going to be far more emotional than INTJs. They're usually a lot better at dealing with other people's emotions, but it doesn't necessarily follow that they're more emotional themselves because of that ~ Nathan

[@jimvick8397]

Cool, I'm not alone.

[@Anonymous-sd6hq]

A thing I love, I would say is when your listener doesn't interrupt you. Now this can be in both conversations and in activities. if I'm doing or saying something , I want to finish it before anything else requires my attention.

[@skyinuri8868]

As an INTJ, I interrupt all the time

[@Anonymous-sd6hq]

@@skyinuri8868As long as you don't have a problem with being interrupted yourself, then interrupt all you want. But as for me , I wouldn't tolerate being interrupted. Mutual respect is a principal I intend to keep in my interactions.

[@Catherine_2571]

Thank you for the short and sweet.

[@malindaeckert2300]

jeez.. you have an excellent grasp of every type. 1, Strategy, -winning first before going to war. -- I honestly hate this about them. masterminding situations with their double deciding twisting til you suddenly realize you're royally fucked with no way out and you just lose every time.. and the truth no longer matters. 2, Min-Maxing Actions👌 3, Control 💯 more than Power Hunger 4, Systems and Structures .. for everything. 5, Self-Growth, this part always surprises me about them, bc they don't often show their inner thinking/self development path. --, but "Future _insert their name_" is a common idiosyncratic archetype that all the INTJs I've known will reference from time to time. 6, and YAAAS, Negative Motivation machines all day 😮‍💨 annoying, but without that, I doubt I'd have seen my patterns to start growing. so ultimately gotta hand it to INTJs. 👏

[@OfficialSpyderr]

I must be the strangest INTJ ever. I don't do shit for myself, never have and never will. Even the things that seem like it is all for me, I usually find some justification that let's me put what I do on to others. My happiness is tied into my previous experiences and how they have changed me, after 8 months in afghanistan, flying back to the uk, into an arguably more civilised society, you struggle to live without the adrenaline, the rush of fear you feel when getting shot at. Won't be able to join police becausee I don't have qualifications, security is too much staying in one place doing fuck all. I have money saved up so I'm happy living off my savings account playing games and can support myself for the next few years, so it gives me more than enough time to try different things and see what I want to do that will make my happy and allow me to evolve and grow, so with that being said, there is at least one thing that is all for me

[@adavanja5682]

Retake the test, you sound like an ENTP to me.

[@TarzanHedgepeth]

It may be Si, but it's not serving him. Having been in the military, an INTJ is BOUND to face Si because that is the second most important function other than Te for them. If it was his natural dominant, it would serve him and energize him. He doesn't do things for himself because he's trained differently. INTJ is not synonym for "self-serving". His Fi tells him that serving others is more important than serving himself, therefore, his motivation will be rooted there. And everyone has memories and refers to them. Bad stereotyping happening here. But, if you paid attention to his statement regarding the vanity of the universe, THAT'S totally Ni. He's already projected that whatever he does won't put a dent in the fabric of space-time, he's ahead of most in understanding, including other shortsighted INTJs. But here is the key OP military man: Jesus. Believe in Him, and He'll put dents all over the fabric of space-time using you... and if you do believe, then you can bet He already has been.

[@TarzanHedgepeth]

Hope you're well, CookieCrispings.

[@bckends_]

this guy... for years I though I did not fit to any mbti personality type because none of the function stacks described my though process. and then I hear his explanation of intjs and how they think and it juck clicked. especially the video on the differences between entjs and intjs

[@joyhuebert1219]

I found a way to save 10 seconds unloading the dishwasher

[@maintyB]

Thank you Nathan! These are great and the part at the end about blood and roses realy made me laugh :D

[@TurboOvenMan]

That's always been my leadership experience. I don't seek the prestige and power because I see it as a responsibility. I can work well under leadership but I'm not afraid to voice out my opinions and suggestions. There indeed have been times when I'd assumed the responsibility myself since nobody's taking it or thecurrent leader isn't up to the task. I can respect authority but not until the authority is inefficient.

[@Jack_L]

I listened to a group of INTJ’s being interviewed together and chatting and I believe they were asked if they liked being in leadership positions and they all essentially agreed that they can lead if there isn’t someone else that’s competent but their preferred position is to be second in command to someone who listens. Specifically second in command. I found myself agreeing, at least when working in small groups. Sounds like you may share a similar opinion. I’ve always found that trend (at least it seems to be a trend) among INTJ’s really fascinating.

[@tresnosliramu6956]

Duh, as an intj i often cry watching sad endings. We arent scary or ruthless, its just we are veeeeery quite.

[@madbunny101]

One of my closest descriptions. Most of the others have * here and there where there are minor variations.

[@vcab6875]

“Stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies” Priceless

[@math_hw]

In team sports i often prefer to play an unimportant role but when some people arent fulfilling their roles i fill in (i dont want to but id rather not have anyone ruin it or shift the balance)

[@scrimgamingchannel9573]

We’re basically a real life version of a poor batman.

[@ibrahimtaha879]

As a mage from the witcher's series once said , to master chaos you need balance and control , and what she means is to balance the good in your heart with the evil within it , as for the control part she meant controlling your self and reaction to aggression pointed twards you as chaos fights you back . Besides as hard as it to see , we don't have enemies on this planet , only friends with benefits .

[@ibrahimtaha879]

Huge benefits I might add .

[@val2044]

I’m an INTJ, but I’m extremely/highly organized with every single thing in my life. I won’t say it’s something that I’ve always been, but definitely something I’ve always been forced to practice because of a single INFJ parent. Anyway I agree with 90% of what you said. Good video.

[@wolfone8538]

Keep spreading U r knowledge

[@chocobrowniewin]

The thing is.. when it comes to personal life, I'm not organised at all. Very blasé. But the moment i am at work, its doing things at the most efficient and timesaving way. And planning it months ahead. Plus planing for any contingency. That makes me look very flexible and creative when in reality its not the case. I just happen to have run the simulation multiple times before and keep the bag of tricks well stocked.

[@BigDGolf-23]

"They can often look slow moving initially, but then catch up and overtake people further down the line with a superior approach." = My life

[@jamesnicholas818]

Can we INTJ's start a private and personal group chat or a "club" so that we can all bounce ideas off each other. An INTJ idea being corrected/validated by those we "respect" may lead to worldwide implications. INTJ's know I'm not exaggerating

[@neo3768]

I think intj likes everything fast mode shortcuts if possible, isft likes to take things much slowly

[@donald347]

I recently worked with someone to accomplish something and they celebrated and noted how I didn't take any pleasure in the victory. I felt sorry for myself. It's true- we must stop to notice what we've done. Most of discipline is rewarding right action, after all.

[@sojournertam4620]

I think what people don't understand about INTJs is that we don't perceive something as a victory. Rather, it's the expected outcome after thorough analysis of the situation, strategizing about the most efficient way to reach the desired outcome, and then the implementation. Of course the desired outcome was reached - how could it be any other way for an INTJ? On to the next objective...

[@blank9811]

well presented. well written content. Wise aesthetical design.

[@michaelhenault4381]

Thanks any INTJ would be lucky to have you as a friend.❤

[@Martin_Neal]

I have often thought INTJ would excel at strategy game chess; (or, any mental sport). Chess being a strategic and tactical game, involving theory and calculation!!

[@kokofan50]

I love and hate chess. I enjoy the strategy part, but I find it rigid. I want to be able to sit and wait then spring my trap moving a bunch of different pieces all at once.

[@alexandrechaumiere2042]

I love the fact that you quoted Sir Alex Ferguson

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Pretty well spot on. Thank you.

[@lovewho]

Really glad that you enjoyed it! Feel free to check out the other videos on this channel about INTJs should you wish ~ Nathan

[@darthlaurel]

Contingencies, yes. Killing everyone in the room, only sometimes.

[@sophie8466]

"stop and smell the blood of fallen enemies..." I like your style

[@guitarcamo5473]

I've seen stereotypes about intjs wearing black all the time and as an intj I only have one black shirt and then I saw the three pairs of black boots I've had in the past 2 years and was like oh there it is

[@shinku703]

I'm an Infj 5w4,but I can relate to some of these on a really hard level

[@ssesf]

Just over half of INTJs are 5.

[@marquendra]

Mmmm, I do love me some stratagy and control. Sounds sinister to most, but so accurate.🥰

[@kimmi9697]

so accurate, ty for your excellence

[@jenniferhanses7064]

Strategy. Systems. Oooo... yes. Those are the magic words. ;) Control. Eh. I wouldn't use that word, but I agree with how you described it. Contingency planning is the magic word here. And yes, once in control, I'm not inclined to give it up. Because when I didn't have control, apparently the people who did were doing a crappy job. I just fixed the thing, whatever it was. I want it to stay fixed. Self Growth. Eh. I wouldn't say so. But then I'm in my head so much, maybe I just don't notice.

[@boognewsnetwork7620]

This was enjoyable. Quite a blessing though I must admit feeling intellectually naked now.

[@lukeleonard2801]

Nice. Spot on

[@hb6839]

I love your videos almost as much as I love your cheeky humour.

[@isoflavon3704]

I'm an INTJ and I love Nathan.

[@burnyizland]

"Stop and smell the blood of your enemies," lol, finally a perfectly crafted phrase for us, I love it! *sniff* Smells like victory.

[@themaxlord]

Been waiting for this video.

[@kalinadesseaux8011]

*I adore u, intjs Very good video!