Introverts? We rule the world!

Claire said, being 30 is awesome. You know what you want, you don’t give so much of a damn of life, you just go all out and make it happen. That’s kind of true, I actually feel less afraid than I was when I am in my twenties. I am starting not to give a fuck about most things that might matter back then.

The one thing I embraced is the fact that I’m an introvert. Ever since then I have been pinning articles and facts on introverts and holy they are so me! I wish I accepted this much earlier to save me all the trouble. But here’s a good one I found:

10 things you shouldn’t say to an INFJ:
(Psychology Junkie)

1. “Let Me Stop You Right There…”

INFJs think hard before they speak, and they like to have the chance to complete one thought before moving onto another. Interruptions and being cut off in the middle of a sentence will exasperate them because they often need to take some time to feel that their message is fleshed out properly.

2. “Get Over It”

When INFJs have been hurt they need time to heal and think through how to move forward. Being rushed to “get over” what happened will make them feel irritated and misunderstood

3. “That’ll Never Happen”

The insights and predictions of the INFJ are often met with skepticism by other types. Because their premonitions are often the result of a “hunch”, sensing types tend to be wary of accepting them.  This is usually a bad idea, because INFJ insights are often scarily accurate.

4. “I’ve Got You Figured Out”

Sorry. You don’t.

5. “Here’s Some Advice”

INFJs don’t appreciate unsolicited advice unless someone has an extremely thorough knowledge of the subject at hand. Think hard before giving advice to an INFJ, if they are really struggling with something, chances are they’ve spent a lot of time trying to figure out solutions already.

6. “You’re Too Serious. Lighten Up!”

INFJs take life seriously and have difficulty just “living it up” in the moment. Typologist A.J. Drenth says of INFJs, “Because Ni perceives the world so differently and profoundly, INFJs often experience a sense of loneliness and isolation, even when they are with other people. Depression may also arise from feeling that their ideals and insights are not being recognized or actualized in the world. They may see the world as deaf to, or unconcerned with, the truths they espouse. INFJs may therefore question their value in a world that seems indifferent to their insights.”

7. “You Know Hitler Was An INFJ”

We know, INFJs can be pretty evil…but so can ISTJs, INFPs, ESFJs, ENFPs, INTPs, ESTPS…wait, every personality type.

8. “You’re Not Trying Hard Enough!”

INFJs are major perfectionists and generally try hard at just about everything. What are they not trying hard enough to do? Is it really important? Could thiere be a better way of encouraging them? Probably.

9. “I’ll Never Understand You”

INFJs tend to feel misunderstood most of the time, but being told that the hope of being understood is out of reach or impossible can be an incredibly depressing realization.

10. “Your Idea is Weird. Let’s Go the Traditional Route.”

INFJs are visionaries who like to try new and innovative ways of doing things. Using the “tried and true” method can be frustrating for them. They don’t automatically respect tradition or repetitive techniques. Give their ideas a chance before automatically reverting to a traditional method.

Number 6 probably doesn’t apply to me, it’s the other way round instead. But it doesn’t seem so as well cause at most times I look jolly, I’m also pretty serious inside too. *facepalm*

Avril Lavigne’s song probably said it best - Just put up a middle finger in the sky, let ‘em know that we’re still rock n roll.