So, we've been told that INTP's make up an estimated <1% of the general population. How fortunate for us that Metallak found 3 of us in the same island for that week (and if the newly wed Howe's had been there, it would have made a whopping 4, almost overwhelming!).
For those of you who've ever been close to one, hit the site linked to the title of this entry. Or you can check HERE, which isn't so complete, but I'm working on it. By "close to" I mean married to, siblings of, infatuated with, interested in, work with, curious about, find enjoyable, or live in close quarters with, an INTP.
It may unravel some of the mystery of our personality. We're not as mysterious as some (INFJ) but we are systematic about it, so you should be able to get an answer out of us. We might seem a little indecisive, but it's only to maintain options, except in those instances where we have learned to incorporate the trait of being decisive and using it where we see its usefulness and efficiency.
And we love insight. So go ahead and ask a question, HERE. And take us to task. Ask us why we do such a thing, or what the reason is behind it. We're generally self aware, and if not a ready answer is available, we can think through it and give a decent first impression.
Here are two INTP blogs (apart from mine, of course): Cody, Christy - They might seem dissimilar but share some characteristics: Integrity with their values, exceptional use of vocabulary/diction/grammer, and even vernacular, insightful, among others.
Hopefully this will help you enjoy your local INTP and understand them better :-)
I recently took the test (on the site that you linked to) several times, in fact. Each time I turned up as an INTP. I used to test as an ENFJ/INFJ in the past. So, of course, I started doing as much research as I could on INTPs (and the testing, in general). I came across a site that said if you test differently at different points in your life, then you should respond to the questions the way you would have prior to the age of 12. What do you think about that? Do you think that is accurate? Always interested in your thoughts & insight...
ReplyDeleteYes, I took it at different times (sophomore in high school, college, medschool, residency) all INTP. Prior to the age of 12 is a pretty good gauge. Another way to look at it is under severe stress. For example, in a crisis, I stay inside my head a lot, thinking, and considering options, and reviewing the abstract concepts regarding the current situation. As we get older, we learn the other aspects (I's learn to be extroverted, N's learn to obtain information in a sensory manner, T's learn to not temper their feelings, F's learn to put names to their feelings speak of them clearly, P's learn to be decisive. Though these things take some work. The reason you want to answer as if you were younger than 12, is because life's harsh lessons haven't really forced you to change. You will do what comes from inclination, than from deliberation. If you have more questions, email me. (Check the INTP pages on interval, I'm trying to update them as I grow.)
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