An ISFP?
There are many variations of the Myers Briggs Type Indicator personality test on the web. Some are more accurate than others, and still others are a complete waste of your time.
I’m a sucker for personality tests. From silly to serious, you name it, I’ll most likely take it. I’m always for digging deeper into who I am, or just seeking confirmation of what I already know. :wink:
The Myers Briggs results have always been one of two options for me: INFP or ENFP. Introvert Intuitive Feeling and Perceiving … or Extrovert and so on. I’ve always felt these were accurate for me, especially since I go through phases in my life where I feel more introverted than extroverted and vice versa. I’ve also always felt I was more feeling than thinking (the other possibility) and definitely more perceiving than judging.
Interestingly enough, however, I just took a variation of the test that pegs me as an ISFP - Introvert Sensing Feeling Perceiving, and that says my “mirror” is Paul McCartney
You scored 42% extroversion, 71% sensing, 33% thinking, and 0% judging!
Paul McCartney is your mirror–you are an ISFP.
Usually gentle and kind, they are intense and passionate about their values and deeply held beliefs, which they share with trusted friends. Because of their discreet manner, their enthusiasm may not be apparent. They are sensitive to others’ pain, restlessness or general discomfort and strive to find happiness, balance and wholeness for themselves in order to help others find joy, satisfaction and plenitude. They are deeply empathetic.
They live life in an intently personal fashion, acting on the belief that each person is unique and that social norms are to be respected only if they do not hinder personal development or expression. They strive to adhere to their own high personal moral standards and are particularly sensitive to inconsistencies in their environment between what is being said and what is being done. Empty promises of adhering to something they value – such as environmental causes or human rights - set off an inner alarm and they may transform themselves into modern day Joan of Arcs.
They are quietly persistent in raising awareness of cherished causes and often fight for the underdog in quiet or not-so-quiet ways. In a team, they will raise issues of integrity, authenticity, and good or bad, and may opt out if the team refuses to address the questions raised.
They are usually tolerant and open-minded, insightful, flexible and understanding. They live for the understanding of others and feel deeply grateful when someone takes the time to get to know them personally. They have good listening skills, are genuinely concerned, insightful, and usually avid readers. At their best, they inspire others to be themselves.
Possible Career Paths:
* Artist
* Musician / Composer
* Designer
* Child Care / Early Childhood Development
* Social Worker / Counselor
* Teacher
* Psychologist
* Veterinarian
* Forest Ranger
* Pediatrician
I was surprised at how true this struck me. The only thing that really changed was feeling to sensing… but, the description above suits me rather well, I think. Reading this prompted me to research the ISFP further. What I discovered is, I’d say about 90% true.
I suspect this may be proof that I’m ever changing and always evolving. Anyone who knows me knows I appreciate that and despise being stagnant. Either that, or these results were just a fluke. :laugh:
