Among the MBTI type sixteen personality , INFJ is often called the 'advocate' type and is the most idealistic and mission-oriented type of person in his personality. They are quiet and firm, empathetic, and often fight for fairness and justice for others. However, in real life, many INFJs do not consider themselves to be a model of “brave”, and this difference also reveals their unique psychological mechanisms and challenges in the face of fear.
So, how should people with INFJ personality find their own courage between self-doubt and high ideals? This article will provide an in-depth analysis of how INFJ cultivates courage, overcomes fear, and faces life challenges with a more realistic self from the perspective of MBTI personality testing.
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Courage is not fearless, but moving forward with fear
Courage does not mean fearlessness. On the contrary, it is the ability to continue to act in the face of fear. It is precisely because of the existence of fear that courage appears meaningful. The INFJ personality types in MBTI often show extraordinary persistence and sacrifice in the face of 'justice', 'mission' and 'values', but when it comes to self-protection, personal risk or social risks, they seem particularly conservative and hesitant.
According to PsycTest Quiz (psychtest.cn) data, most of the INFJ users said that 'fear of failure' is one of their most common psychological disorders in feedback after MBTI tests. This not only limits their mobility, but also becomes a major resistance to their character growth.
INFJ: The inner pull behind idealism
INFJs have intuition (N), emotional (F) and judgment (J), which gives them extremely sensitive to fairness and morality. They can easily see the injustice in life and are willing to speak out for others to a certain extent. However, their inner idealism often sets too high standards, and when they fail to meet, they will fall into self-doubt of 'self-denial' or 'insufficient courage'.
They are unlikely to express their opinions in public high profile and are not willing to take risks in uncertain scenarios. Risks often equal 'out of control' or 'emotional harm' for them.
Many INFJ users also find a deeper self-understanding in their advanced personality profiles : their risk aversion is not weakness, but a pursuit of order, emotional security, and long-term value.
Common types of fears in INFJ personality
- Fear of failure : Fear of things not as expected, worry of 'failing others' expectations'.
- Fear of conflict : Worrying about breaking up relationships, especially misunderstandings and disputes between people.
- Fear of being isolated : Highly sensitive to losing important relationships.
- Fear of expressing true emotions : Fear of being misunderstood, deny or evaluated.
- Fear of change or uncertainty : pursue planning and sense of stability.
These emotions are not uncommon, and many people with personality types will have similar concerns. But INFJ's deep emotional commitment and idealism make these fears more oppressive.
How to inject 'action-oriented' courage into INFJ's personality?
1. Establish a cognition and list of fear
The first step to courage is to 'recognize fear.' List the things you deliberately avoid in your heart to distinguish which fears are protective and which are restrictive . for example:
- Fear of whether public speeches will really bring 'irreparable consequences'?
- Does rejecting others really destroy relationships?
Write down these questions and try to ask yourself back: 'Will the worst result really happen?' This is a very effective way to practice self-talk.
2. Gradually expand your comfort zone and accumulate 'micro courage'
You don’t need to cross a thousand miles at once, just go further every day. Here are the daily 'courage exercises' suitable for INFJ:
- Take the initiative to greet unfamiliar people
- Express your point of view at a meeting
- Share your true feelings and no longer over-title with others
For example, you can formulate a '30-day uncomfortable challenge' and do something that makes you feel a little nervous but safe every day. By accumulating small challenges, gradually build confidence in action.
3. Practice real expression and emotional independence
INFJ often hides true thoughts in order to maintain harmony, but this can create a sense of depression in the long run. An important manifestation of courage is 'reality'. Try to express your boundaries, needs and opinions, even if there are slight conflicts, it is a process of growth.
If you are afraid of this emotional collision, you can first simulate it in a safe environment, for example:
- Practice conversation in front of the mirror
- Role-playing with close people
4. Find your 'mission drive'
INFJ needs a “sense of meaning” to drive action. Extraordinary courage is released when they tie their actions to “bigger goals.” For example:
- Help your friends when they see them being treated unfairly
- Speaking on social issues, even if you are afraid of isolation
The more you understand your values, the easier it is to break out of the quagmire of fear at critical moments.
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Courage is never an INFJ's weakness
Although INFJ characters are more conservative when facing the risks of unknowns, social conflicts and failures, they can burst out amazing power in value-driven scenarios. The key is to find a 'courage construction path' that suits you and act step by step in a safe rhythm.
If you are of the INFJ type, don't have to deny your courage because you don't have the courage to become a public hero like Martin Luther King or Mandela. Real courage, maybe it's just that you decide to make a true voice for your belief one day.
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