The dominant cognitive function of the INFP personality type is Introverted Feeling, meaning they process information internally and prefer spending time alone than with others. Extraverted Intuition is the auxiliary cognitive function of INFPS, and so they base decisions and experience the world through intuition.
Where the INFP's dominant function, “Fi” is concerned with internal morals and feelings, INFP's weakest function, “Ti” is concerned with internal logical reasoning.
The Demon: Introverted Thinking
This is the shadow function that feels the most foreign to the INFP. As Mark Hunziker says, “Essentially, it's our inferior inferior.” When we see other people using this function (even in a positive way) we tend to see it as negative.
INFP: Decisiveness
Other times, they just don't really know what they want. So when someone is decisive and can make a quick, informed decision, it's an incredibly attractive trait for them. It shows their partner can take charge and lead the way, making life much easier for the INFP.
INFPs ranked as having low dominance according to the CPI™ tool. These individuals are very independent in nature, and value autonomy and personal freedom. They dislike imposing their will on others and believe that everyone has a right to their own individual ethics and beliefs.
INFJs are dominant perceivers, while INFPs are dominant judgers. The “P” at the end of INFP stands for perceiving, and the “J” at the end of INFJ stands for judging. Yet, these two types have dominant functions that do the opposite!
If INFPs are secure in their environment and confident of their abilities, they can absolutely be alphas. Some of us are even natural leaders.
The INFP – Shallowness
Shallow conversations, relationships, and activities turn INFPs off because they see them as a waste of time.
They may withdraw from the world and become isolated, or they may act out in destructive ways. Their idealism can turn into cynicism, and their values may become inflexible. When they're in this state, INFPs are often negative, judgmental, and superior.
INFPs are most compatible with the other Intuitive-Feeling types—ENFJ, ENFP, and INFJ—as well as ESFJs.
Mediator (INFP): Good with Children and Animals
People with this personality type are highly intuitive and empathetic, and they possess the gift of understanding those who aren't able to verbalize their thoughts and feelings.
Because they are so thoughtful and caring, INFPs are often able to see things from another point of view. Their flexibility and big-picture focus helps them keep an open-mind to others' perspectives, which means that much of the time, they make decisions with diplomacy and conscientiousness.
Some INFPs are helped by writing down their emotions, others just need to soak in them for a while and allow them to come and go on their own. After some time alone, most INFPs will find a trusted friend or family member to talk to. They'll want support, affirmation, and empathy during this time.
INFPs are sometimes referred to as “the Mediator,” “the Idealist,” “the Healer,” or “the Dreamer.” ESTJ is the opposite personality type of INFP.
Emotionally overwhelmed INFPs tend to fixate on their past mistakes and errors in judgment. They often feel like they can't do anything right and get lost in a loop of self-criticism, attempts to “fix” things, confusion, and then despair.
An INFP in superego mode is likely to be more conscientious and self-disciplined. They may be more focused on fulfilling.
Idealism. INFPs care deeply for others and believe it is their duty to make a positive impact on the lives of other people in any way they can. Because of this unbreakable commitment, INFPs are capable of great self-sacrifice, and they won't compromise their ethical standards for personal benefit.
So when INFPs are angry, they will typically retreat in order to look beneath the anger. Often a great deal of analysis goes on during these quiet moments.
Under the spell of their shadow, INFPs might rely too much on others' opinions and even feel like they have lost their identity — something usually so easily accessible to them. In this confusion, they begin to grasp at sudden (and perhaps mistaken) realizations and judgments against others.
Who are INFPs attracted to? The three personality types that INFPs are attracted to are ENFJ, INFJ, and ESFJ. Since INFPs value creativity, willingness to help, and exploring the world together, they often choose partners with extroverted feeling (Fe) function.
INFPs are a lot like ISFJs and INFJs when it comes to feeling comfortable before flirting. They like to cyber stalk their love interests, but can be somewhat shy with them in person until communication has opened up a bit. You'll find that INFPs make this open communication flow happen rather quickly.
Thinking too much about the little intricacies of everything is likely to drain them, which may slow them down in other aspects of life as well. Inflexible or purposeless routine is also likely to bring a bit of stress to INFPs. They generally dislike strict schedules and prefer to make things up as they go.
INFP. INFPs can seem like a lone wolf, since they are independent people who enjoy being alone often.
How rare is the INFP personality type? INFPs make up: 6.3% of the general population. 7.6% of women.
INFP Females
They may be naturally adaptable and, at times, spontaneous, often preferring to avoid unnecessary strict routines. They have a creative way of seeing the world around them and can offer interesting, unique solutions to significant problems.