[Grey]

Introverted Intuition - Ni (INFJ, INTJ)
Nis constantly wonder and guess in their head - they do this so often that they often don’t even realize that they are doing it. It more or less becomes a part of them. Nis easily get lost in the mind and are thus very introspective, and often pull out ingenious ideas and insights. They view life more globally than any other type, striving to never let themselves forget about the big picture. Nis constantly shift their perspectives, and view and understand things from different angles and in different ways.



Under extreme stress Nis become paranoid and overly withdrawn. Their inferior function jumps them, and they become overly interested in details and obsessed with physical pleasure. They become slaves to childlike impulses, sometimes ruining themselves with their decisions in the process.

Nis confidently trust their intuitions, insights, ideas, and inspirations - often no matter what others say. Their thoughts become part of who they are. They don’t need to rely on others, and they enjoy time to themselves. Their strong independence is a good thing, but they also have a natural suspicion about others and need to learn to trust them (INTJ’s in particular).

Nis prefer to think things through as completely as possible and dislike it when others come to quick, simplistic conclusions. Nis are known to get frustrated with others. INTJ’s are more likely to show this than INFJs, but nonetheless it is there, and often strongly felt. Nis need to remind themselves that they are extremely rare and should be proud that they see things that others don’t. Nonetheless one can certainly understand their grievance with what sometimes seems like the shallow, ignorant ways of the world.

Nis continually think about the future, what it may hold, and how what they are currently doing with their life affects it. Nis are too often hypersensitive to contingencies, possibilities and implications. To the Ni, anything is possible and could happen. Some Nis focus too much on those “coulds” and become worrywarts. Nis need to develop their auxiliary function to keep them in touch with the reality of the external world. When Nis don’t use their other functions, their unique visions turn to far-fetched crackpot theories, and their confidence turns to downright obstinacy.

Another source of frustration for Nis is their difficulty articulating their complex views and intuitions. However, when they are able to do this, the result is typically both impressive and impacting.

More on Introverted Intuitives:

• Take pride in their strong perseverance, drive, and will power.

• Can be sensitive to and easily overwhelmed by external stimuli

• Often think of things that others don’t

• Need intellectual stimulation

• Aren’t afraid of the complex - they often prefer it.

• Least common dominant function

If this has all been provided already, please let me know. This is a free sample of one of the eight dominant functions listed in the site, although full access costs money.

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[fiasco]

Introverted Intuition - Ni (INFJ, INTJ)
Nis constantly wonder and guess in their head - they do this so often that they often don’t even realize that they are doing it. It more or less becomes a part of them. Nis easily get lost in the mind and are thus very introspective, and often pull out ingenious ideas and insights. They view life more globally than any other type, striving to never let themselves forget about the big picture. Nis constantly shift their perspectives, and view and understand things from different angles and in different ways.

Under extreme stress Nis become paranoid and overly withdrawn. Their inferior function jumps them, and they become overly interested in details and obsessed with physical pleasure. They become slaves to childlike impulses, sometimes ruining themselves with their decisions in the process.

Their thoughts become part of who they are. They don’t need to rely on others, and they enjoy time to themselves. Their strong independence is a good thing, but they also have a natural suspicion about others and need to learn to trust them (INTJ’s in particular).

Nis prefer to think things through as completely as possible and dislike it when others come to quick, simplistic conclusions. Nis are known to get frustrated with others. INTJ’s are more likely to show this than INFJs, but nonetheless it is there, and often strongly felt.

Nis continually think about the future, what it may hold, and how what they are currently doing with their life affects it. Nis are too often hypersensitive to contingencies, possibilities and implications. To the Ni, anything is possible and could happen. Some Nis focus too much on those “coulds” and become worrywarts. Nis need to develop their auxiliary function to keep them in touch with the reality of the external world. When Nis don’t use their other functions, their unique visions turn to far-fetched crackpot theories, and their confidence turns to downright obstinacy.

Another source of frustration for Nis is their difficulty articulating their complex views and intuitions. However, when they are able to do this, the result is typically both impressive and impacting.

Thank you so much, Grey. I <3 you for all of this. I think it really describes my mental process, even the stress part.

[Kuja]

And now I'm doubting my type again ...*sigh*. This fits me so well. Maybe I'll have to make a boring "what's my type" thread :)

Thanks for this though, one of the better descriptions I've seen.

[Linesky]

An actual <3 for this post, Grey! Yes, affectionate expression! Ni is wonderful but hard to get through so I enjoy reading such a clear overview.

Haha, that being said, Fiasco joins the team, it seems.

Oh now that I recall it, I remember reading this same article a whole while ago, thinking to myself how fortunate it is they chose Ni as a free sample. It's possibly because it's the least common dominant function, so there's more chance a good amount of people will pay to read about their own dominant function. :P

[Karen]

A great description of my INTJ husband. Thanks for posting!

[Slider]

Yes, I have trouble articulatng and communicating my thoughts. It's very frustrating. I also think globally and consider the bigger picture. I continually ask myself, "How can I help as many people as possible?"

Yes, I need intellectual stimulation and prefer complex things, except for Math.

And, yes, I often become overwhelmed by external stimuli.

Thanks for reminding me how difficult it is to be an INFJ.

[InextricableImmanence]

This is a precise account of my conduct in reality. Most of my deeds are deliberated to foment a visceral vision which was understood through extensive introspection. My Te is for translation and enforcement of this vision.

[TaylorS]

The fits me EXTREMELY well! great post!

[Trifoilum]

thanks for the post!
It fits quite much, and I have an INTJ BFF so i can understand her inner workings too.

Now I'm curious as per the difference between these two types who use Ni extensively, or would it be best put on other topic?
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[Grey]

Probably best for another topic - if you'd like, a simple Google search of INTJ or INFJ will yield you results giving the differences between the two types.