'Don't go through life, grow through life' - I like this one very much!

Thanks for providing *more depth into INTJ than just "INTJ"* : typically male villainous hacker wearing a dark hoodie & darker facial expression

No one captures the will of an INTJ quite like him.

Yes!!! I don't wanna be in position of power, I prefer to stay in the shadow, unless I see that the current leader is utterly incompetent and I see myself as capable enough to speak up. But even then it's not for power, I'd rather take role of adviser, if possible.

"Stop and smell the blood of your fallen enemies..." Excellent advice...

"Stop and enjoy the smell of your fallen enemies. And if there are roses them too." As a person who is always seeking self-growth I found the ending of the video great, it helped me realise some things. Thank you.

" The day you stop learning and growing, is the day you die .... "

I’ve noticed they don’t seem to have the super villain style power hunger, too. They do seem to just want A LOT (all) of control over their own stuff. I really understand and respect that, though. What I suspect it is, is their innate, universal power, which people get confused about. I’ve spoken with my INTJ friend who’s close to my age (40s) and we explained our inner worlds to each other. Mine is more like a moving art piece, while hers is something like the matrix, I think. She has the INTJ eye toggle quite noticeably and she said she tells people she’s checking her inner blackboard, when that’s happening. It’s always when she’s thinking while she’s speaking. My INTJ son also has the eye toggle. They’re checking their matrix world grid and we can actually see it in their eyes! So cool! We both see the objective world/reality filtered through our inner worlds. INTJ is a strategy person and so sometimes people act as though they just got dealt an easier hand in life. This could not be further from the truth. People can be extremely cruel to them due to their outward social behaviours and their often high level of achievements. This actually really upsets me because I raised one. I know the truth and the truth is, like with INFJ, this world doesn’t not seem to like or want them. That hurts! Even little INTJs can hurt, too! I saw him not being accepted. I saw him figuring things out which children aren’t supposed to figure out, yet. I saw him being treated like a lesser and people thinking he was immature. He wasn’t. He was just in his own little fantasy world when he was young. One teacher even tested him for immaturity verrry early on. He was found not to be suffering from immaturity (which I already knew😒). She was just soooo confused by his super quirky little nature. Now he’s a grown man and he does just fine for himself, in this world. He’s quite balanced and he only gets all fired up while he’s driving. And he’s pissed about gas prices and has also mentioned that one or two times.

INTJs like to 'potentially' control situations like a secret service agent.

Strategy, control and self-growth, we sound kind of scary (but we are not, usually 😏). This is 100% accurate. I love the way you get us! ⭐💛

I see a lot of commenters confused on whether they're an INTJ or an INFJ basically because they "feel more". Don't fall into your own stereotypes, INTJs aren't emotionless robots. Our feeling function can feel out of control at times because it's in the 'child' position of the stacking, and it's the self focused form of feeling (Fi), as opposed to the INFJ focusing on others feelings (Fe) as a 'parent' function. If anything, INTJs probably seem more emotional than INFJs. But that's just my guess since I haven't known many INFJs. Basically, just look into Fe vs Fi if you aren't sure which type you are.

I have trouble being typecast as some vilian or mastermind. I am just trying to get through my day without smacking someone. I hate having to say "and you didn't see that coming?" I find my self put in leadership roles after I have expressly turned them down. I have been told that I just seem to fill a need, ya great, thanks. My favorite thing to do in this world is watch ppl and try to figure out either what they need to function properly or what dirty little secret they are hiding. Oh, and you didn't see that coming, I told you so, or that ship has sailed are my favorite quotes. My secret, I am terrified of failure so it's easier not to try and just sit around trying to perfect a nonexistent thing

0:50 use a magnet

Omg that part about initially moving slow due to thinking things through and then swift attack once best strategy is devised is so me! I am able to put new processes in place very quickly after I am given enough time to get ready. This is where my confidence is coming from. I know what’s going to happen and it does and I can tackle it. Very few times if ever situation arose that caught me off guard. I love being INTJ! * As the happy exclamation at the end is confusing fellow INTJs, please note that today we were told to work from home from Monday onwards. This is the best news I’ve received in a long time so in defiance of my type I got excited.

Long before I knew about MBTI my love of efficiency was well known by those who knew me (in fact it's literally my favourite word), as was my penchant for always wearing black so learning I was an INTJ made so much sense in hindsight given how almost stereotypical I was.

Nailed it. At work, I am usually the silent observer only taking the reins when leadership is lacking. I think most INTJ's believe in the "measure the cloth twice before cutting it" mantra.

You really understand us better than any other channel. However I will say at least in my case it's not that I *don't* stop and enjoy the moment, it's that I *can't*. I wouldn't know how even if I wanted to. It just makes me feel guilty every time I'm not working on myself.

Great video! A few more of the favourite INTJ things: - stuff that just works - getting a handle on that slippery Se - silence - cheese on crackers - Love Who comedy skits (like seriously, the best thing during lockdown Part I and II).

I've spent years working in food service, which is a sub optimal career for an INTJ in terms of the sensory stimulation and social requirements. I can definitely attest that INTJ's are prone to outbursts when provoked / stressed. I did not care for who I was as a human when I was in that field.

Robert Downey Jr.'s "Sherlock Holmes", when physically threatened, plots out an entire fight scene before the first punch has even been thrown. As INTJ as it gets.

Hotheaded intj is a dormant volcano. I don't think I've ever been infuriated or angry to my fullest potential in my entire life... I think my full anger would be something like a cooked up volcano. But instead of erupting with fury, the lava will slowly flow down burning everything in its path. Then it cools and gives way to a new layer of land. Also, I watched a Karen video and even thou people make fun of them I always wonder what amount of energy you'd need to be that angry and express it outwardly with burning fury so instantly.

The Art of War is my coffee table book 😂💖

Yes, the desire to control situations is very much there in me, but I'm smart enough to know that if I attempt to control others, the outcome will be very poor. So I control my own urges and constantly look for a behaviour or process that I think or hope will lead to a positive outcome. Inevitably all outcomes are a mixture of good and not-so-good. I take pride in the good (knowing that I did it intentionally) and I seek to learn what I can from the not-so-good. Although I find trial and error tedious, it is necessary sometimes. I can't foresee everything.

you know i can really relate to tesla word alot. sometimes its just infuriating to see people around me are not able to solve a problem that can easly be solve by simple strategy and calculation. then i realize most of people solve problem with their feeling not their brain, its often the impulse that come to play when problem happen. i still strugling how to make people to just calm down a bit and think with their brain to solve problem. but the im like" nah its not my problem anyway, i'll help them if they ask my help!"

Ah I love this channel so much. You’re so articulate. I said this before, and I’ll say it again- I love how you edit too!!

I don’t need power, but if power can help me to achieve my goal, I will have it, then leave it behind and keep going.

Great video once again. The Nikola Tesla quote reminded me of one of my favorite quotes from someone who is also said to have been an INTJ. “If I only had an hour to chop down a tree, I would spend the first 45 minutes sharpening my axe.” - Abraham Lincoln.

I was asked to do this test by a friend when I was 25 and came up as an INTJ. Now, at 33, I was considering taking Jordan Peterson's personality test.. but remembered the INTJ thing.. and now I am immersed in it. It explains a lot about myself and why I never fit in with the crowd.. and never really wanted to either 😄.. also being female, my masculine traits, in the sense of how I think deeply and execute my planning. Really helpful.

"Silently sitting in the corner, plotting how to kill everyone in the room. Not that they would, but....just in case". "Always good to find a way to stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies.....and the roses, too." *Get out of my head, Nathan* ;) ~ An INTJ Cynic

This is one of the best descriptions I’ve ever heard. Thank you

I think people overestimate Te's role in our lives. Yes, we love to optimise things, but you have to understand that every INTJ is part anarchist -- we often dislike ISTJs and outright loathe ESTJs. Our primary function is Ni, which is a *very* different beast to Te, and likes to play with our 3rd slot Fi before bringing Te into the picture. I imagine 4th slot Se bears much of the blame for starting this, but we find it hilarious to screw with the natural order of things and watch people run around like ants.

1) 0:00 strategy 2) 2:35 control 3) 4:14 self-growth

"Take time to stop and smell the blood of your fallen enemies" I am going to steal that phrase

As an INTJ, I've watched and read a lot about the personality types...but wow. This really hit home. I am deeply impressed and kind of freaked out by how thorough and accurate this is.

INTJ here. Can I just say I love how efficient you are with the structure of your videos? I don't feel the need to skip through to get to the important bits, because you already have.

I hated every time I was put in leadership roles.i found a hack tho, i make sure to elect a proxy leader and kinda puppet everyone on team (god complex what can i say) have them let me know if situation is serious...i like being in shadows and minding my business

Thank you for the short and sweet.

When it comes to important decisions, I am glacial in my thinking process. What is funny is that 90% of the time I know exactly what I am going to do, but, my need for freedom compels me to look at all options as if I didn't already know what I was going to do. Then when I act, I act with conviction.

Me going into work down 3 people: Okay, what's the plan? Boss: Plan? We're down 3 people. There is no plan. Me: Okay, here's the plan. A does X, B does Y and C does Z. I'll do everything else. Boss: But you're not in charge. Me: Nope, I'm not. Awkward pause Me: Get to work. And everything got done that day.

Thanks u so fucking much for making an intj video

Thank you Nathan! These are great and the part at the end about blood and roses realy made me laugh :D

[Type not really known] I find this sort of approach to life interesting. Myself, I think I'm avoidant of the future and find it a terrifying thing. Which is hard when you're constantly expected to look at the future, and while it seems that nobody else cares at all about change. Also, I'm not great at planning... When I make a plan, I tend to just naturally forget about it. I guess it's because I think of planning more as a fun sort of thinking exercise rather than something to actually use, or some reason?

Love your channel! Thank you!

Never satisfied. Always planning, working, and striving for more. There is no current moment, only the future which will be created in our image, always longing.

Keep spreading U r knowledge

I rarely comment twice but after watching the whole video I must say - Nathan, you get me, my man!

So true - great work!

100% accurate for me! The only thing that felt a bit off was the wording around needing to "stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies," which gave a vibe of competitiveness. I wouldn't say I'm competitive, really, but that might not be what you were going for anyway.

You video is 💯 on point!!

On the point. Thank you

“Stop and smell the blood of their fallen enemies” Priceless

Great video. See I understand that any type can be attracted to any type, but as an ENFP, i can't help but be really impressed and astonished in what INTJ's LOVE. They're cute, too bad they're so hard to find.

Been waiting for this video.

so accurate, ty for your excellence

well presented. well written content. Wise aesthetical design.

Interesting Nathan! Thank you for this insight! Hope you are doing well!😇🔮🧿🔮

+3:02-3:11 - I do that for monthly staff meetings, and I’m the manager … need to be prepared incase someone breaks bad and starts a revolt.

Nice. Spot on

"Their inferior Se can sometimes boil up in a ragey way. Its important not to poke the beast too much." Smart man

Pretty well spot on. Thank you.

I describe my temper as 'a bomb with a very long fuse.' I am extremely reluctant to bite, but I absolutely have teeth.

Exactly right for me on the leadership bit, I don’t necessarily want to be the leader, for that matter I’m not fond of talking a lot, but if the leader is leading like garbage, I’m taking over.

I love your videos almost as much as I love your cheeky humour.

This is completely true. As a Intj I dislike being i first place in line but when doing test ill be the one to finish first. I want to be first but i dont want to be first. Also about the organization thing i am not a organized person (though that could just be cue to my mental health) my room is very messy and whenever im studying my work place is even messier. Also its like i go with the flow and not just any flow but my flow and by doing that i succeed in the life that i want to live.

I'm not power hungry by any means. I have no desire to be in charge of other people or responsible for the group/company/etc that they work for. I am a bit obsessed with control though - both self control (Mr. Spock of Star Trek has always been one of my heroes) and control of anything I build or make myself. One of the reasons why I've never published anything more involved than a review or a short article for websites is that I worry about what will happen to it if I relinquish any control over it to others. Publishing books, producing movies and TV shows etc. are usually collaborative group efforts. I do not like to collaborate because it always results in me having to let others change things sooner or later. I have great ideas for shows and books - some of which I' even have outlines, completed chapters, scripts etc for, but they'll probably never see the light of day because doing that will change them into something other than what I've already made them in my imagination.

Thought at least some of a video like this would play into stereotypes, but this is literally the exact 3 things I value most. I've even written these 3 exact words down before.

Can we INTJ's start a private and personal group chat or a "club" so that we can all bounce ideas off each other. An INTJ idea being corrected/validated by those we "respect" may lead to worldwide implications. INTJ's know I'm not exaggerating

spiderman is my morality, batman is my methodology, and punisher is the reality; all of this is to say I'm thankful I'm not a vigilante.

I have often thought INTJ would excel at strategy game chess; (or, any mental sport). Chess being a strategic and tactical game, involving theory and calculation!!

INTP here, who can relate to all these thoughts extremely well. The major addition for me seems to be this permanent creativity that tempts INTPs all the time to explore new knowledge, new things without often finishing what they've been interested in before.

*I adore u, intjs Very good video!

I’m an INTJ and wow this video is the most eerily accurate relatable description I’ve ever come across

jeez.. you have an excellent grasp of every type. 1, Strategy, -winning first before going to war. -- I honestly hate this about them. masterminding situations with their double deciding twisting til you suddenly realize you're royally fucked with no way out and you just lose every time.. and the truth no longer matters. 2, Min-Maxing Actions👌 3, Control 💯 more than Power Hunger 4, Systems and Structures .. for everything. 5, Self-Growth, this part always surprises me about them, bc they don't often show their inner thinking/self development path. --, but "Future _insert their name_" is a common idiosyncratic archetype that all the INTJs I've known will reference from time to time. 6, and YAAAS, Negative Motivation machines all day 😮‍💨 annoying, but without that, I doubt I'd have seen my patterns to start growing. so ultimately gotta hand it to INTJs. 👏

Ahh... so that is where the rage comes from... I'm an INTJ and type 1,8,6 (Enneagram)... When I get a system all set up and working efficiently, nothing is worse than a fool jumping in to mess things up or ruin my efficiency. I've learned to internalize my rage and really have to fight sometimes to keep from completely losing my shit...

That's always been my leadership experience. I don't seek the prestige and power because I see it as a responsibility. I can work well under leadership but I'm not afraid to voice out my opinions and suggestions. There indeed have been times when I'd assumed the responsibility myself since nobody's taking it or thecurrent leader isn't up to the task. I can respect authority but not until the authority is inefficient.

ENFP Here: I live with that, “Grow through life.” I can’t stand going thru life. It drives me nuts and wastes my time.

"stop and smell the blood of fallen enemies..." I like your style

We’re basically a real life version of a poor batman.

I’m an INFP completely mesmerized by INTJ’s, just my favorite people

"They can often look slow moving initially, but then catch up and overtake people further down the line with a superior approach." = My life

I’m an INTJ, but I’m extremely/highly organized with every single thing in my life. I won’t say it’s something that I’ve always been, but definitely something I’ve always been forced to practice because of a single INFJ parent. Anyway I agree with 90% of what you said. Good video.

2:57 🤣🤣🤣💩 Not that I want to, but I can't completely suppress it. Maybe everyone just talks about the weather or facial creams...

Strategy. Systems. Oooo... yes. Those are the magic words. ;) Control. Eh. I wouldn't use that word, but I agree with how you described it. Contingency planning is the magic word here. And yes, once in control, I'm not inclined to give it up. Because when I didn't have control, apparently the people who did were doing a crappy job. I just fixed the thing, whatever it was. I want it to stay fixed. Self Growth. Eh. I wouldn't say so. But then I'm in my head so much, maybe I just don't notice.

Thanks any INTJ would be lucky to have you as a friend.❤

I found a way to save 10 seconds unloading the dishwasher

Mmmm, I do love me some stratagy and control. Sounds sinister to most, but so accurate.🥰

this guy... for years I though I did not fit to any mbti personality type because none of the function stacks described my though process. and then I hear his explanation of intjs and how they think and it juck clicked. especially the video on the differences between entjs and intjs

Stop and smell the blood of your enemies... and if there are roses, smell them, too )). Love your sense of humor!

"Stop and smell the blood of your enemies," lol, finally a perfectly crafted phrase for us, I love it! *sniff* Smells like victory.

its really interesting how one of my friend who i think is an intj has said that exact same quote from the beginning

I'm an INTJ and I love Nathan.

The Last line of this video killed me hahahahaha! you are getting the like and subscribe

Contingencies, yes. Killing everyone in the room, only sometimes.

Thnk for more intj videos

that was very accurate omg

I often find myself studying my environment so I can figure out how to escape.

I jumped around between INTJ and INFJ, and it usually depends on the emotional sometimes political climate around me. I've been bingewatching everything on MBTI topic trying to understand it. I've taken the test so many times over the years. And I was always around 45% to 49% turbulent INTJ/INFJ but have never breached the assertive thresholds. Maybe one day as I get older and got a better grip on things as it says in the ending of this video "Grow through life".

I recently worked with someone to accomplish something and they celebrated and noted how I didn't take any pleasure in the victory. I felt sorry for myself. It's true- we must stop to notice what we've done. Most of discipline is rewarding right action, after all.

I must be the strangest INTJ ever. I don't do shit for myself, never have and never will. Even the things that seem like it is all for me, I usually find some justification that let's me put what I do on to others. My happiness is tied into my previous experiences and how they have changed me, after 8 months in afghanistan, flying back to the uk, into an arguably more civilised society, you struggle to live without the adrenaline, the rush of fear you feel when getting shot at. Won't be able to join police becausee I don't have qualifications, security is too much staying in one place doing fuck all. I have money saved up so I'm happy living off my savings account playing games and can support myself for the next few years, so it gives me more than enough time to try different things and see what I want to do that will make my happy and allow me to evolve and grow, so with that being said, there is at least one thing that is all for me

This is all very consistent with my life thus far. The one thing I dislike is my Fe blind spot at times. It gets me into embarrassing situations, and it takes someone else to point it out.