If you want to connect with people authentically and befriend people who’ll appreciate the real you, check out this video. And even if you already have great friends, you’ll find suggestions for maintaining and investing in friends, as an INFJ, that mean a lot to you.

Do you ever beat yourself up in your mind? How do you deal with negative thoughts and negative self-talk as an INFJ. Check out this video to find out!

What causes an INFJ to feel overwhelmed, and what’s the best way to deal with it? Check out this video to find out!

What’s unique about the INFJ parenting style? What does it look like? Check out this video to learn more!

Do you need more sleep than other personality types because you’re an INFJ? What difference could sleeping longer make in your life? How do you make time for more sleep? Check out this video to find out!

Have you ever considered writing, fellow INFJ?

Maybe you’ve never fancied yourself a writer – or maybe you write professionally. Either way, I’ve observed so many INFJ writers, it’s worth exploring 4 reasons why many INFJs are born write.

What are the best ways to relax as an INFJ? It’s easy for us to get wound up and start feeling uptight with some many thoughts, emotions, and ideas coursing through our minds. How do INFJs generally unwind and enjoy themselves?

While you no doubt already have relaxing routines and favorite downtime activities and hobbies, seeing what others do for fun and relaxation may introduce you to another life-giving exercise or activity you haven’t yet explored. To that I end, I offer you 11 ways INFJs relax.

Are you happiest when you’re challenged?

I’ve heard from several INFJs lately that they enjoy a good challenge, and reflecting on my life, I do too. Granted, the challenge has to be the right kind.

But I wonder if this isn’t also the case for you?

So what do INFJs look for in a challenge, why do they need one, and what problems does this appetite produce?

If you’re not particularly keen on your current job, you may be interested in learning ways to make it better. And even if you do enjoy your work, you might be interested in learning how to make it even better.

In the comments section of last week’s post, a few INFJs started a great discussion on this topic – making your work more enjoyable and bearable. One person’s comments, in particular, reminded me of what I’ve tried to make my work a better match for my personality and to change the way I think about and approach what I do.

To that end, here are four suggestions, based on the function stack, that you can use to improve your workday.

When I pulled up to a stop sign yesterday, the cars to my left and right weren’t moving. The lady on my left had arrived first, so it was clearly her turn to go. I patiently waited, but she didn’t move. She soon started waving angrily, motioning for me to drive. I looked at the car to my right, who was now also motioning. Confused, I pulled threw, wondering why these people were so hot and bothered.

Then, I realized: I never had a stop sign.

Mind you, this was my own neighborhood. I was paying attention but only enough to be safe. Most of my mental energy was caught up, contemplating some aspect of personality, planning out the weekend, or something else.

Why are the routine, practical details of everyday life often a challenge for INFJs?