Sage-Tips

Can INTJs be highly sensitive?

While INTJs may not see themselves as emotionally sensitive, they are often sensitive in other ways. They may for instance, be easily overstimulated or overwhelmed by external stimuli, such as crowded or noisy environments.

Can an INTJ be an empath?

INTJs are actually quite adept at seeing things from the perspectives of individuals far different from themselves and, as a result, are much more empathetic than stereotypes would imply. You may find them strongly empathetic and concerned with protecting underdogs or persecuted people or animals.

Which personality type is the most sensitive to criticism?

INTJs are actually one of the types most likely to handle criticism well. If the INTJ feels like someone is delivering the criticism in a constructive and logical manner, they will certainly appreciate it and listen. INTJs enjoy growing and progressing, and are constantly looking for ways to improve themselves.

Are intjs sensitive people?

Being an HSP is not something which is naturally correlated with personality type, although some might be more commonly seen with these types of behaviors. INTJs aren’t always viewed as the types who would be considered “sensitive” but this comes from a misunderstanding of what being an HSP actually is.

Is it possible to be an INTJ but have HSP?

I’m assuming you’ve seen a psychologist/psychiatrist of some kind and were diagnosed by them. If this is the case, you may very well be an INTJ but display symptoms of HSP… a person could be an INFP and suffer from dissociative / anti-social disorder.

What is a highly sensitive person (HSP)?

They are naturally sensitive to the world around them, whether this be through emotions or even physical stimulus. They find themselves rather sensitive to things in ways that make them feel different from the majority of the people around them. Some HSPs will hide these traits, wanting to fit int and avoid standing out too much.

Are intjs good at setting boundaries?

Setting boundaries is something the INTJ is often good at, they simply need to take the time to figure out what their own personal boundaries need to be. They can analyze these different environments and learn where they need to draw the line with people and themselves.