Typically unconventional, Healers often develop an offbeat personal style and enjoy expressing themselves with creative pursuits like writing or art. They value originality and want to be authentic and individual in what they do. Following tradition holds little appeal for the INFP, who would prefer to invent something that feels unique to them.
INFPs are usually flexible and accommodating, and can often see many points of view. They usually try to support other people but will react strongly if they feel their values are being violated. They especially hate being steamrolled, and want an open, supportive exchange of ideas.
INFPs are sensitive, caring, and compassionate, and are deeply concerned with the personal growth of themselves and others. However, they also tend to be independent, soft-spoken, and reserved, and can sometimes seem aloof, especially to new acquaintances. They prefer to seek depth in relationships where they feel a real
INFPs in the Population
INFP is the ninth most common type in the population. They make up:
4% of the general population
5% of women
4% of men
Popular Hobbies
Popular hobbies for INFPs include poetry, creative writing, music, photography, theater, and visual art.
Famous INFPs
Famous INFPs include Isabel Myers (creator of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator), St. John the disciple, Carl Rogers, Princess Diana, George Orwell, Audrey Hepburn, Fred Rogers, A.A. Milne, Helen Keller, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Julia Roberts, and William Shakespeare.
Research on INFP
Interesting facts about the INFP:
On personality trait measures, score as Artistic, Reflective, Careless, Sensitive, Flexible, and Appreciative
Among least likely of all types to suffer heart disease
In men, among least likely to report chronic pain
Second highest of all types to report marital dissatisfaction
Among most likely to have suicidal thoughts in college
Tend to be more successful than the average in learning a foreign language
Among types most likely to be dissatisfied with their work
Personal values include Autonomy and Creativity
Overrepresented in occupations in counseling, writing, and the arts