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Did you ever think you were different or did your interests differ from the interests of most of your friends and acquaintances?
Perhaps you're one of the rarest personality types and don't know it.
According to the typology created by Isabel Myers and Katherine Briggs, there are 16 personality types, denoted by 4 letters.
To understand your personality type, you need to take a test, which usually includes about 93 questions.
You can take a simplified version of the 4-question test on our website.
This will allow you to better understand yourself and learn about your strengths.
Take a personality type test.
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Myers and Briggs proposed four key parameters that can be used to classify people:
I/E: Introversion or Extroversion
Introverts are energized by spending time alone or in small groups. They are more reserved and thoughtful.
Extroverts get energy from being around people, in an active, lively environment. They are more expressive and frank.
S/N: Sensation or Intuition
Those who have a dominant sensation focus on their feelings and are interested in information they can directly see, hear, and feel. They learn directly and are practical.
Those who are overwhelmed by intuition tend to think more abstract. They're more interested in theories, patterns, and explanations. They care more about the future than the present and are often described as creative people.
T/F: Thinking or Feeling
The thinker makes a decision with his head; he looks for the most logical and rational solution.
The sentient makes the decision with his heart; he is interested in how his decision will affect people and how this is consistent with his values.
J/P: Judgment or Perception
The predominance of judgment speaks of a person who values structure and order.
Those who are dominated by perception value flexibility and spontaneity. They like to keep the question open so they can change their mind.
Each letter represents a human style of thinking or behavior.
So what personality types are considered to be the rarest according to the Myers-Briggs typology?
INFJ is the rarest personality type among men (1.2%)
Men who combine introversion, intuition, feelings, and judgment make up only 0.5% of all men. This is an insightful and empathetic type who seeks to push society towards progress and change. However, they are not just outside observers.
Men of this type are future-oriented, have an abstract mindset and believe in the best.
Due to their excellent understanding of people's emotions, they are very sensitive and easy to communicate, and at the same time they are able to influence people on an emotional level.
INTJ is the rarest personality type among women (0.9%)
Women who combine introversion, intuition, thinking, and judgment make up just 0.9 percent of all women tested.
They are ambitious introverts, brave individuals who do not care about the opinions of the masses and are not afraid to follow their own philosophy of life.
Women of this personality type are strategic in nature, avoid being in the spotlight and work in the shadows.
They are often seen alone, but they don't care at all. Every action they take in life is carefully thought out and planned.
The 5 rarest
ENTP personality types – 3.2% of the population
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Strengths: energetic, creative, analytical thinking, change-oriented, adaptable, independent, in search of novelty, verbose
Weaknesses: insensitive, like to argue, intolerant, distracted, impractical
Celebrities: Mark Twain, Thomas Edison, Tom Hanks, Celine Dion
This personality type belongs to progressive people and innovators who can break stereotypes. One of ENTP's favorite activities is to connect with people, share ideas, and engage in discussions. These people are witty and competent in completely different fields, which allows them to cleverly use words during arguments.
On the other hand, the ENTP type likes to argue about what can lead to conflict. In addition, this personality type can quickly write people off if they can't be on the same level as them or don't support their ideas.
Fun fact: ENTP is a type A person who is competitive, ambitious, and even aggressive.
ENFJ – 2.5% of the population
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Strengths: sociable, enthusiastic, idealist, empath, executive, imaginative, thankful, tact
Weaknesses: overly idealistic, too sensitive, overly selfless, self-critical, difficult to make decisions.
Celebrities: Barack Obama, Sean Connery, Mikhail Gorbachev, Matthew McConaughey
They're natural leaders, but unlike the ENTJ type, they're more concerned with helping others achieve their goals than their own needs.
They are empathic and charismatic. This personality type is common among teachers, coaches, and politicians. Although they are quite ambitious, they are not only looking for personal gain and are working to improve this world by helping others reach their potential.
They are some of the kindest people, but sometimes they go too far in their desire to help and give their all. Sometimes they are too hard on themselves.
An interesting fact: the ENFJ type is very common among religious people and those who believe in higher powers.
INTJ – 2.1% of population
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Strengths: inventive, insightful, logical thinking, independence, determination, striving to understand
Weaknesses: critical, arrogant, likes to overanalyze, unfamiliar with romance, hates strict rules
Celebrities: Friedrich Nietzsche, Elon Musk, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Isaac Asimov, Stephen Hawking
INTJs are excellent thinkers with a good imagination, which makes them great at solving any problem. This is a fairly rare personality type, occurring in only about 2.1% of people.
Unlike other imaginative personality types, INTJs try to implement their ideas to solve problems. They are not just dreaming, but focused and working hard to implement their plans.
One of the drawbacks of critical observation of the world is that they are often pessimistic. They can also be critical, considering people too lazy and selfish to achieve their goals. Another negative feature is the refusal to follow strict rules, restrictions, and traditions.
Fun fact: As perfectionists, INTJs tend to excel in their studies and careers, earning some of the highest earnings.
ENTJ – 1.8% of the population
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Strengths: ability to plan, foresight, determination, ability to think strategically, assertiveness, logical thinking, organization.
Weaknesses: critical, stubborn, dominant, intolerant, impatient, arrogance, coldness, ruthlessness.
Celebrities: Steve Jobs, Margaret Thatcher, Whoopi Goldberg, Napoleon Bonaparte, Carl Sagan
People of this personality type make up only about 2 percent of the population. They are natural leaders, charismatic and self-confident. However, sometimes they seem overconfident and adamant in their point of view.
ENTJs are goal-oriented and many world leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs have traits of this particular personality type. When they're focused on something, they can accomplish anything, pushing their team to do better. Despite their enthusiasm, they find it difficult to manage their emotions and may not realize that they are hurting loved ones.
Fun fact: Because ENTJs work hard to achieve good results, they are less likely to be exposed to work and financial stress than others.
INFJ – 1.5% of the population
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Strengths: Insightful, creative, serious, persistent, inspiring, loves languages and symbols
Weaknesses: Perfectionist, extremely secretive, easily burnt out, sensitive, defensive
Celebrities: Nelson Mandela, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Mother Teresa, Lady Gaga, Edward Snowden
This is the rarest personality type, occurring in only 1.5 percent of the population. These are dreamers who work hard to make dreams come true.
Most people of this type consider it their mission to support others and are always ready to lend a helping hand. Although they appear soft on the outside, they can be said to be quite tough and strong-willed, but they use their energy to make the world a better place, not for personal gain.
Although INFJs strive to help others, they are introverts who protect their personal space.
Interesting fact: This personality type has such a developed intuition that others perceive them as almost psychics who simply know some things that cannot be explained.
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