That’s me!
Or so that’s what Myers Briggs Personality Test has continued to reveal. An INFJ, to be exact. I don’t know how much I trust the test. Mainly because I feel I may lean into the INTJ category as well. (But I am no expert in the matter.)
Anyway, because I am introverted I prefer being alone most times. I sometimes come off as being shy or quiet or both.
But there’s a few things in life that truly make me happy: books, deep conversations (sometimes difficult to have, given that I am introverted), outdoor adventure, and, most importantly, alone time.
Ok, so the latter two I haven’t had much time to indulge in since, for the past two years, I have been studying to be a paralegal. As I progressed through the studies, I found less time to write, whether that was on my blog or participating in challenges from the online poetry community. At the same time, I want to create meaningful connections with people. Meaningful being the operative word here, guys and gals. I have found that interviewing people does just that. (Ok, maybe I was at one point a sudent journalist; and I kind of miss the interactions).
Books
Books were my first companion; and they still are, to some extent.
I don’t know if that was a good thing or bad. From a positive perspective, it was. I rely on my active imagation to take me where my feet currently can’t (or won’t). It’s your choice, really?
Right now that place is Sweden.
The book I am currently reading was recommended to me by a friend. It’s the novel The Emigrants by Vilhelm Moberg, a definitive guide about the Swedish disporia in the mid-nineteenth century. The Nilsson family and members of their community have already experienced a great deal of struggles. And they haven’t left Sweden yet to voyage to the Americas to start a new life and chase the fabled American Dream.
Times really do change, if you think about it.
Deep Conversations
I find I rarely have that many deep conversations outside of my immediate family. As someone as diverse as I am, I could probably chat away about politics, books, the environment, and more
Outdoor Adventure
There’s this part of me that knows that I’ve had an appreciation of nature and the desire for outdoor adventure from a young age. I’m grateful to have experienced some of this throughout my short 28 years on this Earth. But not nearly enough to satisfy my wanderlust though.
Alone Time
Something I crave and something I lack. For me alone time requires peace and quiet. And lots of time to think (and preferably to write).
Cheers for now!
March 28, 2018 at 8:07 pm
Hello, I am an INFJ, so more of a feeler than a thinker, although you might not know it from reading my blog! Nice to meet you. ๐
Sahara.
March 28, 2018 at 8:28 pm
Hi Sahara, I’ll have to check it out! I am sometimes an overthinker or overly imaginative. It’s good for being a writer, but I crave that alone time.
Elizabeth
March 28, 2018 at 8:11 pm
We have alot in common. Iโm a bit of a mixture, an introvert that loves nature and the great outdoors and time alone. Yet I also love being with people and having meaningful conversations. ๐
March 28, 2018 at 8:25 pm
I think I sometimes lean into the entroversion category, but not too much. I definitely like meeting new people and asking questions. I miss going outside a lot, I think that is one reason why I love Norway so much.
March 30, 2018 at 7:01 am
That sounds wonderful.
March 30, 2018 at 12:47 pm
It is, when I get the time to!
March 30, 2018 at 12:42 pm
I very much relate to this! I am an introvert, too, and also crave the above things. Itโs nice that the blogosphere allows for some of them when our day-to-day lives do not. ๐
March 30, 2018 at 12:48 pm
That’s true, I feel like I’m very quiet, but my mind races with ideas.
March 30, 2018 at 1:08 pm
Yes. Blogging allows me to share my thoughts/ideas from a place of solitude — my alone time. But it then also generates the meaningful conversations I crave – which I can also engage in during alone time. I find inspiration everywhere, but most often in the great outdoors. My biggest problem, then, is the emotional energy blogging requires of me. The posts I am most proud of (and which seem to make the most impact) take me hours. Unfortunately I donโt always have hours to give!
Cheers! I love your blogโs name. ๐
March 30, 2018 at 4:20 pm
Thanks! I did some research into names and it really fit my personality.
March 31, 2018 at 10:51 am
I belive introverts are one of the best thinkers and writers, and so are you. ๐
March 31, 2018 at 11:27 am
Thank you so much for the compliment! I hope to share more of my diverse types of writing! โบ
March 31, 2018 at 5:32 pm
INTP here! Country girl so you know I just got to love the outdoors! I don’t travel much but walking through trails are fun!
March 31, 2018 at 6:00 pm
I have an appreciation for the outdoors, but must admit I don’t find the time that often. Also don’t travel as much as I’d like to.
March 31, 2018 at 6:14 pm
Great thing we have imagination eh
March 31, 2018 at 6:18 pm
More than enough! โบ
March 31, 2018 at 10:02 pm
I had to share that with my friend. We were just talking about being introverts. Everything you said is spot on
March 31, 2018 at 10:09 pm
Thanks!! ๐
March 31, 2018 at 10:57 pm
She loved it too
April 1, 2018 at 10:36 am
Iโm an introvert, too! I relate a lot to this. Iโve just recently given reading books a try and I like it. I prefer watching musicals and television series on my own tho. Haha!
April 1, 2018 at 10:44 am
I will watch TV shows by myself sometimes, but when I’m in the mood books are still my go-to. Thank you for sharing!
April 1, 2018 at 3:54 pm
I would like to say all the nice things about being an introvert but the truth is itโs the worse thing that ever happened to me. In my part of the world there isnโt any place for introverts and I feel I would have been a better me if I were an extrovert. Anyway, I try to make the best of what Iโve got.
April 1, 2018 at 4:25 pm
The US I feel isn’t always meant for introverts, maybe countrysides but then it’s harder to find employment that match your skills. That’s why I dream of living in, not just visiting, Scandinavia.
April 1, 2018 at 6:02 pm
I am an INFP!
April 1, 2018 at 6:05 pm
Cool!
April 1, 2018 at 6:06 pm
๐
April 1, 2018 at 6:36 pm
I’m an INFJ and I love outer space, reading books, old (and some new) animes, vintage films (preferably Audrey Hepburn!), and writing. I’m a solitary loner and I’ve been one since a child. Have you read Quiet by Susan Cain?
April 1, 2018 at 6:41 pm
No, I haven’t…but I’m pretty certain I’ve heard of the book before. Being a loner is something I’ve come to accept about myself, but I think it would be hard to meet someone who’s be ok with that too. I love vintage fashion!
April 1, 2018 at 6:52 pm
I had it on one of my Amazon lists. Bought it and maybe I can read it some on my upcoming trip to Norway.
April 1, 2018 at 7:55 pm
Sounds good ๐ It’s a good book and good luck on your trip to Norway.
May 5, 2018 at 2:19 pm
Not read it, though seen / heard her TED talk The Power of Introverts. Wonderful, reassuringโฆ
May 5, 2018 at 3:31 pm
I’ll have to check it out sometime. Thanks!
April 3, 2018 at 11:23 am
Reblogged this on Wag 'n Bietjie.
April 3, 2018 at 11:28 am
Thank you! ๐
April 7, 2018 at 8:37 am
Thanks for the ‘follow’! So far there are nearly 7 000 pictures published – most all in ‘full screen’! Please enjoy!
April 7, 2018 at 9:01 am
Takk, jeg vil! ๐ Gotta find a way to not just visit Norway, but live there. It’s perfect for being a writer.
April 8, 2018 at 12:15 am
INTP here ….give me a deep and complex puzzle any day …
April 8, 2018 at 12:18 am
Nice to meet you!
April 8, 2018 at 12:21 am
what are you writing about these days …
April 8, 2018 at 12:25 am
Right now it seems I’m writing about nostalgic and underrated films from childhood, I plan to write something on my current playlists or favorite recording artists…have another project under wraps inspired by one of my earlier posts on here, friluftsliv.
April 8, 2018 at 12:29 am
I am deeply reflective…it really comes and goes, depending on what I want to share or educate about.
April 8, 2018 at 12:30 am
I look forward to your insights ….I too must write more …art is really a delaying tactic …
April 8, 2018 at 12:35 am
for me I’m a builder of worlds
April 8, 2018 at 12:38 am
That’s neat, I want to be a storyteller and I hope my works do just that.
April 8, 2018 at 12:39 am
you have every thing you need!
April 8, 2018 at 12:47 am
and your followers really care about you …you give them something …lol
April 8, 2018 at 9:19 am
Thank you! โบ
April 8, 2018 at 7:53 pm
I’m an INFJ too! Apparently I’m a really good functioning extrovert, though, because when people find out I am an introvert, they’re surprised, but I CRAVE alone time. It’s nice to meet you!
April 8, 2018 at 9:05 pm
Nice to meet you! I feel the same way. I like meeting a few people at a time, which can make networking a challenge. (Luckily there’s an app for it now, which helps). I only enjoy talking on the topics on my blog, plus the environment and fashion/design.
April 8, 2018 at 9:26 pm
Me too! I struggle with large groups unless they’re all close friends, but even then after a little bit of time, I’m ready to be by myself again. I guess that is a sure sign that you’re passionate about your blog topics!! That is so awesome! ๐
April 9, 2018 at 12:52 pm
I’m not sure if I believe in this test as I was an INFJ first, then 10 years’ later I became a ENFJ – quite strange.
April 9, 2018 at 12:58 pm
I’m a bit skeptical myself, but we do change over time. I am almost squarely in the middle regarding introversion/extroversion, but I also have dominant introverted tendencies. Thank you for sharing!
April 9, 2018 at 1:01 pm
I guess we do, but I wouldn’t imagine a great deal.
April 9, 2018 at 1:08 pm
That’s true, I haven’t changed too much and I’m 28 years old.
April 10, 2018 at 5:31 am
Ahh…but to be 28 again, so cool – enjoy and experience as much as you can while you can. ๐
April 10, 2018 at 9:45 am
Thank you!
April 12, 2018 at 9:17 pm
I’m long past 28 – 71 and counting now – but I still crave books and outdoor adventure (my chief alone time) while I gave up a long time ago trying to find deep conversation. It seems to be an endangered species now.
April 12, 2018 at 9:21 pm
It is quite hard nowadays and it’s likely because of phone use…i miss outdoor adventure, but that’s one reason why I’d love Norway, because it’s valued in their culture. (Or seems to be from my point of view).
April 14, 2018 at 1:37 pm
All those thing would define me too. I do often have deep conversation though^^
April 17, 2018 at 4:03 pm
Great post. I too am introvert. However, if more people were like me, I probably wouldn’t be.
April 17, 2018 at 4:30 pm
Thanks! I can somewhat understand that, being very inquisitive and sometimes asking a lot of questions.
April 26, 2018 at 9:27 pm
Visiting your blog for the first time because you left a comment on another blog during the AtoZ Blog Challenge. I am an ENFJ on the Myers Briggs. I’ve spent some time investigating the test and results. I found it an interesting tool with my writing and character development in fiction. Wonder if you would find this piece of the puzzle interesting? Introversion/extraversion is not so much about who talks the most, but this idea: Extraverts talk in order to think and introverts think in order to talk. If you have time or interest, I have been writing about BOOKSTORES, their architecture, location, and the great people who sell books. The last three letters X,Y,Z are book related. I’ll be back!
April 26, 2018 at 9:32 pm
That’s cool about introversion/extroversion…I seem to do a bit of both especially for book ideas. I love bookstores and libraries. When I travel to Helsinki I am planning to visit one of the university libraries because of its architecture.
May 1, 2018 at 10:31 pm
Great post, Welcome to the club!
May 1, 2018 at 10:39 pm
Thank you!
May 5, 2018 at 2:16 pm
So identifiable. The need for ‘time in your own head’.
May 5, 2018 at 5:13 pm
Yeah, definitely. I have so many writing/project ideas it can become overwhelming at times!
May 6, 2018 at 5:04 pm
28yr old infp here! I think our *types* are pretty similar.
May 6, 2018 at 5:10 pm
They are…even though I kept getting infj on the tests, I don’t think I’m completely that. Thanks for sharing!
May 6, 2018 at 5:13 pm
There seems to be a lot of cross-over… for example, Lauren Sapala is an INFJ coach who coaches infp’s and infj’s, and often writes articles which relate to both.
May 6, 2018 at 5:15 pm
I’ll have to check out what’s she’s written. I’d love to find a way to earn money doing what I love (writing), but am at the moment content writing for myself.
May 6, 2018 at 5:16 pm
To have folks pay me for my art is my dream. I’m in a similar boat – just trying to write for me. Slowly dipping my toe into story-writing and poetry. Good luck :))
May 6, 2018 at 5:19 pm
Btw, your “Twitter” button at the top of your website links to a profile that doesn’t exist ๐คท๐ฝโโ๏ธ
May 6, 2018 at 5:34 pm
Thanks, I had changed the username to be more consistent. I just updated it, so it should work now.
May 23, 2018 at 9:10 am
Iโm an INFJ too! I live for deep conversations!! Great post
May 23, 2018 at 11:09 am
Thank you!!
May 31, 2018 at 8:55 am
Iโm an introvert but one thatโs evolved over the years. There are a variety of us out there and the more we can share the more understanding people have about us. As we can come across as being aloof or anti social when we arenโt at all. Itโs just certain situations works for us while others donโt.
May 31, 2018 at 9:08 am
I completely agree with that, I have a tendency to be a loner as well but would love some deep conversations with friends.
June 4, 2018 at 8:08 pm
INFJ here and I definitely trust mine. I just recently discovered my personality type and was like someone knows the inter-workings of my brain too well. Haha! I love your blog! ๐
June 4, 2018 at 10:05 pm
Just like the characters I’ve been writing about, I feel like I’m a blend. Would an INFJ be comfortable modeling? Because recently I was. I also study way too much, as you’ve seen my blog. Thank you for checking it out!
June 4, 2018 at 10:07 pm
Youโre welcome!!
July 30, 2018 at 4:48 am
Thanks for dropping by and following. Thought I’d come look over your domain. Being also an introvert and INFJ with wanderlust, I liked what I read, so will follow back. One big difference is now I’m looking at the approach of my 67th. having pursued those dreams of travel and deep conversations and pursuing my remaining dream of writing, It was a wonderful journey. I hope you will find your path to fulfill every dream. INFJ’s are rare never water down those dreams the world and its people are infinite in colour and diversity – go explore!
July 30, 2018 at 9:39 am
Thank you for the confidence! I know where I want to be, I just have to figure out a way to get there. I hope to publish poetry collections too and perhaps do much more. I do not want to feel stuck in life, but sometimes do. Traveling is definitely rewarding.
September 25, 2018 at 11:32 am
Exactly this!!