Are INTPs observers?

INTPs are detached, analytical observers who can seem oblivious to the world around them because they are so deeply absorbed in thought. They spend much of their time in their own heads: exploring concepts, making connections, and seeking understanding of how things work.

Do INTP like small talk?

INTPs certainly dislike small talk and might even feel extremely awkward when forced to participate in it. INTPs enjoy communicating with people who will discuss real and diverse subjects, things that allow them to express the inner workings of their mind to some extent.

Do INTPs get annoyed easily?

INTPs definitely experience feelings of anger, but this isn’t always something they express outwardly. For them it is easier to focus on logic and critical thinking, where feelings can become a bit confusing and tricky for them.

Are you a true INTP?

1 People who score as INTP are often described as quiet and analytical. They enjoy spending time alone, thinking about how things work, and coming up with solutions to problems. INTPs have a rich inner world and would rather focus their attention on their internal thoughts rather than the external world.

Are INTP good communicators?

INFPs do however need plenty of alone time, and might appear distant towards others when they need to retreat. Their need for time to themselves makes INFPs excellent at communicating through written word. Certain things that they struggle to express verbally, can often be written out easily.

Are INTPs good at speaking?

INTPs can develop their public speaking skill as they get older, and might find that they are good at it. Their ability to understand information can make them excellent at teaching others, if they become more relaxed with themselves.

Do INTPs like gossip?

They don’t like when large groups chatter and gossip about people, and will definitely not trust these types of people. INTPs have a hard time trusting people to begin with, so when someone has a tendency to gossip it makes it even more difficult for them to rely on that person for anything.

Why do INTPs seem distant?

At times, INTPs seem a bit closed and distanced in conversation. But it is during this time that they revise their categorizations and/or engage in the creation of new ones. Those who can gather the reasons behind INTPs’ tendency to seem distant can easily initiate a conversation by making a critical comment regarding categorizations they build.

How do you know if someone is an INTP?

Not all of us are mad scientists or computer geeks. And vice versa, not all scientists and geeks are INTPs. So if you don’t know somebody’s type but suspect they’re an INTP, look at how they talk and react in conversation. INTPs tend to take pauses and really think things through before replying.

How do INTPs communicate with intuitive/feeling personality types?

When communicating with people of intuitive/feeling types (NF), including ENFJ, INFJ, ENFP, and INFP personality types, it’s preferable for INTPs to keep to communication that is mostly based upon ideas, concepts and theories.

Are INTPs open to active discussions?

Take the Test! When communicating with people of intuitive/thinking types (NT) including ENTJ, INTJ, ENTP, and INTP personality types, i.e. with people in their own typological group, INTPs can be open to an active discussion.