Best-Selling INTP Book Worldwide!
The INTP is the most philosophical of all the types. INTPs love contemplating life, humanity, and the broad ways things are interconnected. They are also concerned with the perennial question of “how to live.” They loathe the idea of a mediocre life and have a deep sense that they should be doing something important with their lives. But in order to know what that entails, they feel they must first know themselves; self-knowledge must precede action.
Unfortunately, pinning down who they are is rarely as easy as it might seem. It can take years, even decades, for INTPs to find themselves. And as much as they’d like to, they can’t put their lives on hold while they figure themselves out. Thus, they may at times feel forced to make unwanted compromises in their careers or relationships.
Despite these challenges, INTPs can and do progress in their search for truth, meaning, and self-understanding. And this book can powerfully aid and expedite that process. Through the clarifying lens of personality typology, it reveals the deeper sources of INTPs’ struggles and dilemmas, as well as potential solutions. If you’re looking for a clear, honest, and penetrating analysis of the INTP, this book is for you.
Highlights
- Features a function-by-function (i.e., Ti, Ne, Si, Fe) analysis of the INTP personality type
- Explores INTPs’ typical course of growth and personality development across the lifespan
- Analyzes INTPs’ career struggles and the suitability of various careers and majors for this type
- Examines INTP relationships and prospective compatibility with other personality types
- Discusses how INTPs compare to similar personality types such as the INTJ, ENTP, INFP, etc.
Testimonials
“Can’t say enough good things about it.”
-C. Saunders
“After much unfulfilling research online and through many books about possible career paths for INTPs I found this book to be informative on another level to say the least. I cannot say enough good things about this book and how much it has meant to my personal growth and development. No filler in this book! Simply a must for any INTP wanting an in depth user manual for their inner mental workings. To the author I say thank you for creating such a book.”
“Deeply insightful.”
-R. Riehl
“Not only is this book well-written, well-organized, and easy to understand, but is also deeply insightful. I got the sense that Drenth is a master of 16 personalities typology and the INTP in particular. So many things stand out: The phrase “fiercely independent.” The way we struggle to relate to other people. The way we put so much emphasis on the spiritual and intellectual meaning of our work and careers. I recommend this book to anyone who is an INTP or has an INTP loved one.”
“Profound & insightful.”
-Jenny M.
“Not to knock all the other online and printed material I have read on Myers-Briggs personality types, I found this book to be the most profound and insightful one. Ever since I found out about MBTI two years ago, I’ve been on a mission to find out as much as I can about myself. All the other things have been very helpful in steering me in the right direction as far as career goes; however, this ebook on my type has been more specific on things about me in how I conduct my life in other areas, as well. Life has been a struggle for me in terms knowing what types of careers and relationships are right for me. Now I have more confidence in myself and my choices to ignore all the people in my life who say I’m wrong for thinking and living my life the way I should.”
“Digs deep into the life of an INTP.”
-Tiffany W.
“Wow! This book has been so helpful for me. I discovered that I am an INTP from other websites. But it has been hard for me to find a book like this that really digs deep into the life of an INTP and addresses the never ending questions and wonders that a typical INTP would have. It is incredibly accurate… Even though it is somewhat discouraging to be made more aware of what people of this personality struggle with, it also gives me hope to see that INTP’s can be very successful and find a way to be satisfied with life. I tend to be skeptical (typical of the INTP mindset) of buying books for fear that they won’t be worth it or will only explain what I already know or don’t care to know. If you are an INTP, I can safely assure you that you won’t be disappointed.”
About the Author
A.J. Drenth is a four-time author and recognized authority on personality typology. He founded Personality Junkie® in 2009 which has since grown to see over 70,000 subscribers and three million annual visitors. His work has been referenced in numerous books and publications and he currently boasts the two best-selling INTP books on Amazon.com.
Contents
Introduction
Truth & Meaning in the Modern World
Self-Knowledge through Jung’s Typology
Purpose & Approach
Overview
Chapter 1: INTP Profile
The INTP from Without
INTP Gender Differences
The INTP’s function stack
Harmony vs. Helping
Reluctance to Extravert Judgment
Desire to Teach/Enlighten Others
Desire for Affirmation/Validation
Childlike & Slippery Emotions
Hypersensitivity & Anger
Chapter 2: Growth & Development
Phase I: Early Childhood
Phase II: Later Childhood-30s
Phase III: 30s, 40s, & Beyond
Chapter 3: Negative Potentials & Disorders
The INTP’s “Dark Side”
Depression
ADD
Autism/Asperger Syndrome
Narcissism
Schizoid & Schizotypal Personality Disorders
Chapter 4: Questing for Truth & Meaning
The Role of Fe in INTP’s Quest for Meaning
Crises of Meaning
Framing Meaning
Anxiety, Meaning, & “Being Okay”
Why INTPs Struggle to Find Convergent Truth
Illusory Short-Cuts to Truth
Chapter 5: Political, Religious, & Philosophical Propensities
Political Propensities
Religious Propensities
Philosophical Propensities
Chapter 6: Careers, Majors, & Interests
Career Choice: Journey or Destination?
INTP Career Selection
Independent Experiments
Marketable Skills
The Value of a “Day Job”
Impulsivity, Achievement, & Mastery
Subjectivity vs. Objectivity in INTP Careers
Holland Interests & Careers
The “Hard” Sciences
The Social/Moral Sciences
Scholarship/Humanities
Computer Science
Freelance Investigations
College Teaching/Professorship
Chapter 7: Relationships
Reasons & Justifications for Relationships
Relationships as a Forum for Learning
The Openness & Honesty (O & H) Policy
The Danger of Concealing Negative Thoughts
INTP Communication Issues
Improving Communication
Identity Issues: Lone Wolf vs. Mr. Nice Guy
Freedom to Doubt
Attitudes toward Family & Parenting
Chapter 8: Compatibility with Other Types
INTP-ENFJ Pairings
INTP-ENTJ Pairings
INTP-ENFP Pairings
INTP-ENTP Pairings
INTP-INFJ Pairings
INTP-INTJ Pairings
INTP-INFP Pairings
INTP-INTP Pairings
Pairing with Sensing Types
Chapter 9: Distinguishing INTPs from Related Types
INTP vs. ENTP
INTP vs. ISTP
INTP vs. INFP
INTP vs. INTJ
