Myers-Briggs, I'm INTJ

 Although now the I for introvert is nowhere near as strong.

No one can lead you. You are born to be aware of yourself, to know the master in yourself.

– Benjamin Creme, artist and author

INTJs are said to be ambitious free-thinkers with high standards for themselves and other people. They are independent by nature and excel in seeing the big picture and executing their visions.

The INTJ Personality Type, that's me

Described me in the past pretty well, it is why I will solve stroke.   Now however I seem to be ENTP and still will solve stroke.

Portrait of an ENTP - Extraverted iNtuitive Thinking Perceiving (Extraverted Intuition with Introverted Thinking)

The INTJ Personality Type, that's me

What is an INTJ?

INTJ is an acronym used to describe one of the sixteen personality types created by Katharine Briggs and Isabel Myers. It stands for Introverted, iNtuitive, Thinking, Judging. INTJ indicates a person who is energized by time alone (Introverted), who focuses on ideas and concepts rather than facts and details (iNtuitive), who makes decisions based on logic and reason (Thinking) and who prefers to be planned and organized rather than spontaneous and flexible (Judging). INTJs are sometimes referred to as Mastermind personalities because of their strategic, logical way of thinking.

How common is the INTJ personality type?

INTJ is the third rarest type in the population, and the rarest type among women (with ENTJ). INTJs make up:

• 2% of the general population
• 3% of men
• 1% of women

The INTJ Personality Type

INTJs are analytical problem-solvers, eager to improve systems and processes with their innovative ideas. They have a talent for seeing possibilities for improvement, whether at work, at home, or in themselves.
Often intellectual, INTJs enjoy logical reasoning and complex problem-solving. They approach life by analyzing the theory behind what they see, and are typically focused inward, on their own thoughtful study of the world around them. INTJs are drawn to logical systems and are much less comfortable with the unpredictable nature of other people and their emotions. They are typically independent and selective about their relationships, preferring to associate with people who they find intellectually stimulating.

How the INTJ Thinks

Introverted (I) and iNtuitive (N), INTJs are internal processors, disposed to see the world in terms of connections, patterns, abstract theories and concepts. As Introverts (I), they enjoy the space of their own minds and generate many interesting thoughts and ideas that they may not feel compelled to share with others. Future-focused, they have a knack for seeing possibilities and potential and will come up with the ideas and plans that will help people, products and processes achieve the potential that the INTJ so clearly envisions. As abstract, conceptual thinkers, INTJs understand things at a deep theoretical level and they operate comfortably in this realm. Their minds are ever active; as they focus on the global picture, they are taking in the data and exerting a great deal of mental energy toward solving problems and improving systems.
As Thinking (T) types, the information that the INTJ absorbs from his or her world, surroundings or area of study will then be submitted to and organized within his or her framework of logic. Analytical and rational, INTJs are dispassionate in dealing with data and processing information. As they move toward forming conclusions and making decisions, nothing is terribly personal for them. They aim for cool objectivity, truth and rational responses.
The INTJ’s Judging (J) component also factors into the way in which an INTJ thinks. People of this type aren’t content to endlessly take in information and let it swirl around. Though they think in big and broad strokes, these are people who want definition and action. Yes, they love the huge ideas and abstract concepts, but their J element wants the organization and structure that make these ideas useful. Thus abstract thinking should not be confused with chaos or haphazardness. The organization, and the clear placing of ideas and processes into boxes that can be moved and manipulated as necessary, is of value to them and a natural part of their thinking process.
Connected to the INTJ thinking process is strategy and long-range planning. People of this type tend to see life as a sort of chess game—every act is a strategic move, part of a bigger and more complex plan in the greater scheme of life. Thus they are continually exploring, plotting and thinking through possible moves while trying to predict the results. This helps them to formulate long-range plans but also gives them the adaptability to change, amend and reroute their strategies as necessary.
INTJs aren’t just smart, they know they are. While this can make some cocky, but it is a benefit for many. As they are confident in their knowledge, they don’t shy away from tackling the hard problems and the big questions. They retain information well and can access it at will. And they don’t question their mental capacities or the depth of their knowledge. INTJs are sharp minds with quick intellect and they relish mental challenges.
Curiosity is also a major player in the way that the INTJ thinks and learns. On the whole, people of this type ask a lot of questions and do their own investigation, not expecting anyone to spoon-feed them the answers they seek. And they are never content to simply take someone else’s word for it. INTJs get involved in the process, seeking the answers for themselves, developing a personal approach to discovery, and organizing and evaluating the information and conclusions with their own rational thinking capabilities. They always prefer to see and know for themselves, and they enjoy the processes of experimentation, trial and error as they investigate and evaluate possibilities.
INTJs relish ideas and the visualization of future potential, but they can also be very pragmatic. They synthesize complex ideas and concepts, organizing them into workable systems and then seeking to make those systems yet more efficient. They want their ideating and planning processes to be useful and to have purpose. As they think and develop ideas and plans, they are open-minded…to a point. They are willing to consider other ideas that promise some merit, but all potential solutions must pass their rigorous test of logic.
In general, INTJs are remarkably competent people mentally who have the potential to be high achievers. If they meet challenges in the classroom it is because they are often bored, or because they reject the detail, structure and busywork that typically accompanies the traditional education system. They may simply check out of the classroom discussions and homework because they are confident they can perform well on the exam when the time comes.