5 Differences Between INFP and INFJ Personality Types

INFP and INFJ are the two of the rarest and most interesting out of all the 16 personality types in the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory (or MBTI), which based on Carl Jung’s theory of personality. Both are intelligent, creative, sensitive, passionate, idealistic, Introverted Feeling, and so on. If you’re confused about whether you’re an INFP or an INFJ, then you’re not alone. In this video, we are going to talk about 5 of the most important differences that can help you tell these two personality types apart. Enjoy!

Also, we would like to make a disclaimer that this video is based on the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory, which is just a theory and has personality types that are just rough tendencies rather than strict classifications.

#infp #infj #psych2go

Credits
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Denise Ding & Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Darl Stream
YouTube manager: Cindy Cheong

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Myers Briggs Personality Types Explained - Which One Are You?

References:
· Myers, I., McCaulley, M., Quenk, N., & Hammer, A. (1998). MBTI Manual: A Guide to the Development and Use of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicatior (Vol 3). Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press.

· Thorne, A., & Gough, H. (1991). Portraits of a Type: An MBTI Research Compendium. Davies-Black Publishing.

· Bayne, R. (2005). Ideas and Evidence: Critical Reflections on MBTI Theory and Practice. Center for Applications of Psychological Type (CAPT).

· Hammer, A. (1996). MBTI Applications: A Decade of Research on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. Consulting Psychologists Press.

[rosywinx]

as an infp i simply become overjoyed when plans are cancelled 🤩

[Nightmare-eefn]

rarest types: infp and infj

mbti community: litteraly only these two types everywhere xd

[amateurmistake]

As an INFP, i’ve weirdly always felt selfish when prioritising my own emotions before focusing on others, this video made me realise so many of my traits aren’t necessarily „bad“ but simply different from my own expectations.
thank you sm for this!!

[YaeBocchi]

Every 3 months, I take the personality test and I always jump back and fort between INFP and INFJ having my P and J at close to 50%. The less depress I am, the more I lean towards INFJ it seems.

[lemonsquare]

To INFPs out there, I wish we could all meet and be friends. :))

[avoluni]

As an INFP, I feel like I am the most contradictive person ever.
- I want to be alone & recharge myself, but I really need someone at my darkest times, or else I will end up hurting myself because I am my biggest critic.
- I am seen really closed off and quiet in public and new environments, but I really thrive in environments I'm already comfortable with and would easily open up amongst my closest friends and family.
- I don't like group settings, but I'm always the one who would take charge and engange with all of the members (even if sometimes I'm not helping myself in the process).
- I seem like I'm selfish because of my introverted self, my prefered style of doing things, and reaching my goals alone, but I would lend all my heart, soul and body to someone who's going through a hard time, even when they aren't close to me. I would listen and comfort them as much as I can because maybe I just don't want them to the feel invalidated and misunderstood like I was.
- I feel like not wanting to do anything for others because I need time for myself, but sometimes I couldn't say "no" to someone asking for help, maybe because of having a quite high empathy and that I will feel extremely guilty and anxious of what will happen if I don't help them.
- I don't like social events, but I wouldnt hesitate go if it's about something I really love and passionate about.
- I love but also despice myself the most.

edit: aaah i appreciate all the support in the replies, it's a nice reminder for us that we're not alone :)) i hope we can eventually learn to overcome these things as we grow to get-to-know & appreciate ourselves more <3 we can do this together !!
ps. if someone's still confused/not sure about their type, i really suggest reading the cognitive functions. it goes deeper into how our minds work and not just the stereotypical, "16p website" (xxxx-t / -a) things yk. it REALLY helps alot for me and i hope it does for you too !! goodluck :D

[minimooses]

I am INFJ and my best friend is INFP. We always think we are so similar we are basically the same. This was very insightful as to how we actually differ. Very accurate

[zaunzion]

Instead of finding the differences I realized I am a combination of both.

[janoahj]

The real INFJs: *nodding along with all the signs of their personality type, and leave without declaring themselves in the comments*

[anemon]

To every infp out there:
You are needed. You are important. You are loved. Thank you for being you.

[kittythursday]

My husband is INFJ and I am INFP and though we are opposite in a lot of ways we are perfectly equipped to help each other with the things our personality types struggle with. It isn't always easy but it's incredibly worth it. I hope all of you out there find your unicorn.

[neekolezx]

I was initially INFJ before healing from my trauma. I felt like I was so structured and organized then because of parentification and I was basically programmed to be "responsible & mature one" and also because all of the trauma was locked away so I could function so well then because I was basically numb and living on auto pilot and people pleasing. Years later, dealt with a lot of my shit and am at my happiest, best self and definitely resonate with being an INFP. I feel that INFPs struggle with being called "selfish" a lot because feeling is literally our first instinct so please know it's okay to put yourself first, you're not selfish for listening to your feelings and you'll figure things out. Follow your heart and don't let anyone talk you out of anything that lights your heart on fire 🌈✨

[cheesewicz]

As an infp I never talk about myself in conversations and still think I’m a self centered brat

[Barbruhhhh]

As an infp i usually imagine that everyone hates me or they will eventually hate me when they get to know me better😅

[KokeshiAudrey]

I am both/in between INFP and INFJ. I’ve taken the MBTI test twice (once in high school, and again some years later in college). The first time, I was INFP with just 2 points over the Judging/Perceiving line on the P side, and the second time I took the test I was 3 points over the P/J line on the Judgement side. Watching this video, it’s still difficult to figure out which personality type I lean more towards. I’m very analytical and organized, but greatly enjoy art and being creative. Some days, I’m rigid and have to stick to a plan, while other days I want to be spontaneous and explore all of my options. As for my feelings, I’m very empathetic and find myself sometimes lost in loved ones emotions, but still have self-awareness for my own feelings and tend to keep them to myself. Like the video suggested, MBTI is just a reference, people are complex and don’t need to fit into one box, ya know? ^_^

[StingrayMk]

I'm INFJ, my daughter is INFP.
I show her the world and how it works. She shows me into her world, which is colourful and magical. I'm enriched as a result. Because INFJ's flaw is that we see and understand the world, but lack inner richness. Hence, these two types really work well together, balancing each other's empty areas. ❤

[anniefox]

“INFP’s are so unique and individualistic that it can be hard to connect with someone that doesn’t see things the way they do.” Well RIP me

[lumialibra]

About INFP in the test results page: Mediators sometimes see themselves as selfish, but only because they want to give so much more than they are able to.

[sophiec.]

I'm an INFJ and my best friend is an INFP! We're a little too similar at times, but the differences sure are there! She brings me out of my shell most times which I appreciate, though her emotions and lack of thinking can be overwhelming I don't know how to react lol.

[emily_cjw]

I (INFJ) had a close INFP friend in highschool and I used to think we're really similar in a lot of ways, but our values always clash. Now I feel like I understand them a bit more :)