*The INFJ will need support and verbal support from their mate. Criticism is death to the INFJ type.
*The INFJ believes they know well almost everything, have difficulty seeing otherwise.
*The INFJ may not openly show/verbalize the extremely deep feelings they may have.
*INFJs typically enjoy idealized settings, they may revisit a first date venue, first kiss, marriage proposal site, etc…be disappointed if mate does not see the benefit of such activity.
*The INFJ needs relationship. They can be quick to begin one that is not good just to have one, the quickly change when the “real thing” is found.
*At times, the INFJ can probe too deeply in relationship, looking for hidden meaning, not knowing their mate is irritated by such probing.
*The INFJ can be among, perhaps is, the most stubborn of all the types. INFJ is very patient but when time has run out they will write one off forever.
*This type will bond deeply with children, try to be their friend.
*Will have a potentially rich fantasy life.
*Very affectionate at their own time and in their own way.
Conflict Reactions Personality Traits:
*The INFJ may be completely surprised that there is a conflict altogether
*INFJ can become easily depressed when conflict begins
*Will likely be deeply hurt
*INFJ is likely to IGNORE the conflict if it hurts to much
*Will accommodate (give in) to others if INFJ VALUES are NOT compromised
*Eventually may see the conflict as a chance for personal growth
*INFJs will work hard to reach a mutual, harmonious solution
Conflict Resolution Activity Personality Traits
*Unless stressed, INFJ will be respectful as they work for solution
*Will keep “harmony” in mind at all times
*Unless stressed, the INFJ will not “criticize” during resolution attempts
*Normally patient as all parties speak their minds toward resolution
*INFJ solutions will be insightful
*INFJ will embrace consensus and a win-win attitude
Positive Solutions Will Be
*May be idealistic and future oriented
*Harmonious to all parties
*Likely very “creative”
*People oriented
*Embracive of compromise, cooperation and communication
*Results-focused
Conflict Resolution Activity-Improvement Opportunities (weaknesses)
*INFJ will probably get their feelings hurt during the process
*Because of the above, INFJ will not get to the point as quickly in conflict
*INFJ may tend to exclude those responsible and talk to others first
*INFJ will naturally ignore details
*INFJ will take it all very personally
*INFJ may be too “indirect” which looks like they are ignoring others
*For harmony sake, the INFJ may move too quickly toward resolution and regret it later
*The INFJ thought can be too complex and not stated concisely enough for others
The UK’s BBC Radio 1 got brave, and sent Bobby Friction, one of their on-air DJs, across the pond to attend Burning Man for the first time in 2009, and to record his experience along the way. It’s fun to ride along with Bobby as he’s transfixed and transformed by the playa, Black Rock City, and Burners, while learning what Burning Man is all about.
