The Mediator

INFPs are idealistic, loyal to their values and to people who are important to them. They want an external life that is congruent with their values. They are curious about people and quick to see possibilities.

• Strong personal values and integrity
• Creative and imaginative
• Empathetic and understanding
• Flexible and open-minded

• Can be overly idealistic
• May avoid conflict or difficult conversations
• Tendency to take criticism personally

INFPs are nurturing, empathetic partners who deeply value harmony and authenticity. They need emotional connection and appreciate partners who respect their values and independence.

INFP types communicate with warmth and empathy, focusing on how information affects others. They value emotional connection and prefer diplomatic, considerate communication styles.

INFP types thrive in flexible, adaptable work environments. They excel at improvising and adjusting to changing circumstances, bringing creativity and spontaneity to their work.

Under stress, INFP types may withdraw and become overly critical. They may struggle with unexpected changes and feel overwhelmed by too much social interaction. Taking time alone to process and plan helps them recover.

INFP types use Introverted Feeling (Fi) as their dominant function, focusing on personal values and authenticity. They combine this with Introverted Intuition (Ni) for creative expression.

Types that share similar characteristics with INFP: