IS THIS WHAT YOU LOOK LIKE?

The 8 different introvert types are described by SOCIONICS.

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INFP | ISFP | INTJ | ISTJ

INTP | ISFJ | INFJ | ISTP

 

INFPs The Healers
INFPs mainly have slim figures, however well-built INFPs are not that uncommon. Their gait is usually graceful and full of poise as they like to project an image of self-worthiness. Their eyes vary from large to small, however if they are isolated a characteristic pattern emerges. Narrow eyes give the impression that the person is smiling whereas wider eyes convey a feeling of curiosity.

During conversation INFPs have a tendency to maintain eye contact and to touch their interlocutors hand. They often have a very noticeable shy grin that appears when they worried or excited, or when someone focuses other's attention on them.

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ISFPs The Composers
ISFPs have a characteristic stout or chubby, rounded figure. They often have short legs and a bouncy gait, giving the impression of a big springy ball. Their faces are usually smooth and round without any obvious projections. Sometimes ISFPs can have slightly upturned noses. Their eyes are often round. Their mouths sometimes have an uneven line. In moments of passionate conversation they often swallow air like a fish.

When ISFPs try to explain things, they can move their eyebrows considerably. This is the reason why they often have horizontal wrinkles on their forehead. ISFPs generally appear to be soft-hearted, but can become quite assertive if required. Their facial expression can change suddenly and unexpectedly from friendly one to a stern one, especially when they wish to distance themselves psychologically from someone. ISFPs are often inclined to give advise concerning will power and initiative.

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INTJs The Masterminds
INTJs have a characteristic ascetic face. There are two reason for this. Firstly the facial structure itself is often reminiscent of ancient portraits because of its angularity and composition of the features, like cheekbone and eyebrow arcs. Secondly their facial expression is often accepted as emotionless and severe. Their face is usually pale or bloodless. Males often have a short haircut.

In many cases INTJs are slim. Their stomach is usually placed ahead of the chest giving them their characteristic posture. Their gait is somewhat unsure, wavering slightly. Sometimes it seems like they are not sure where they are going. This becomes more obvious in moments of excitement. Their clothes are not usually very striking. INTJs do not like to attract excessive attention to themselves and most of the time they stick to simple clothes, often wearing the same style and composition for a long time.

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ISTJs The Inspectors
ISTJs often have a very firm, solid figure, especially males. They keep their feet rooted to the ground giving the impression that they are sturdy and secure. Their heads are firmly fixed squarely to their shoulders and are practically immovable. Their necks appear to be inflexible so when they turn their head their shoulders usually follow. Their facial expressions are somewhat unemotional and show great concentration.

Male ISTJs often wear a moustache. If they do not have one then there probably is a logical reason for it, as in general they all agree that a moustache is a good idea. Their clothes are often clean, ironed and tidy. They follow strict styles, never being too flashy or extravagant. It is as if military uniforms were designed specifically for ISTJs. They take great care of their appearance and may criticise people who do not.

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INTPs The Architects
INTPs often have a characteristic round-shouldered posture. Their necks are often not as well proportioned as other types and their heads seem to strain forwards. Their eyes have a sorrowful look about them as if they are about to be victimised in some way. Their lips are usually not very expressive or defined. Their noses are somewhat aquiline in shape which combined with often flattened cheekbones giving the false impression that their noses are large.

During conversation INTPs may project their lower lips forward. INTPs often show poor control of their lower jaw, allowing them to hang down. INTPs normal facial expressions usually reflect wisdom and great life experience or sadness and victimisation. Although INTPs are introverts, some of them may behave in a very extroverted manner.

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ISFJs The Protectors
ISFJs often have a very characteristic facial expression that usually shows alertness and readiness to resist. Sometimes their regular facial expression may show dissatisfaction, a critical disposition or even anger. When ISFJs are thinking they may fix their eyes to an object or person for a long period. In these cases their eyes may show a look of bewilderment in reflection to the situation they are in. ISFJs can remain in the same position for a long time.

ISFJs normally have slightly thick lips which they normally keep tightly together. Their facial structure is smooth, with a distinct lack of prominent or sharp cheek bones. ISFJs can have very slim and elongated figures as well as full figures with big, wide shoulders. Their clothes are always tidy and often strictly elegant with a touch of officially even when they are not at work.

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INFJs The Counselors
INFJs have a very characteristic dispassionate facial expression. This is often reminiscent of the depiction of saints and martyrs from early Christian icons. Their faces convey the feeling that their soul is suffering even when it is not. INFJs faces are often perfect ovals but can be rectangular in shape as well. Their noses are usually straight and slightly elongated, but not prominent.

INFJs do not show intense positive emotions, instead they simply smile. All their facial expressions openly reproach nefarious happenings. The same can be noticed in their intonation. In many cases INFJs have a slim, ascetic figure. Their movements are often quite harsh although not lacking mobility. INFJs with more fuller figures are less mobile and active. When walking, INFJs may keep their feet close and parallel to the ground, maintaining a short distance between each step.

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ISTPs The Crafters
ISTPs normally have a very characteristic passionless facial expression, indeed their whole appearance shows a lack of emotion which may be interpreted as calmness, mystery or inaccessibility. Some ISTPs hide their lack of emotion behind the slightly artificial smile of a person who is seeking sensible pleasures. Their facial expressions often show scepticism or mistrust. Their faces are usually oval in shape and get more narrow towards the bottom, however more square faces are not rare.

Their mouth line is often calm, straight and turned slightly downwards at the corners. ISTPs have a characteristic one sided smile which when combined with their scepticism can sometimes be interpreted as self-satisfaction. Their teeth are often of equal width and their mouth is usually kept tightly shut even when relaxed. ISTPs also have a characteristic springy gait with the knees slightly bent giving them a characteristic surreptitious walk. In many cases ISTPs have athletic physical structures. ISTPs prefer informal or sporty style clothes which look more comfortable than aesthetic. Clothes usually fit ISTPs well.

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The information on this page is quoted from SOCIONICS. Try Socionics Dating.

© nancy r. fenn

What Nancy's readers say:

7.15.2005 I was just reading one of the articles on your site
about how the different types look physically, and
part of it really hit me.  In the INFP description, it
says "They often have a very noticeable shy grin that
appears when they worried or excited, or when someone
focuses other's attention on them."  I've always
noticed this about myself; in fact, I call it my
"panic smile," not because I'm necessarily panicked
whenever I do it, but because it's my first response
to a crisis or new situation, to give me that extra
second to react.  I first really noticed that I was
doing it in junior high school (before that, I was
MUCH more indifferent to how people saw me or what
they thought about me than I am now), and it was like
I was unconsciously saying to the world "Please don't
hurt me!  I'm harmless!"

I hadn't realized that most INFPs do this.  I wonder
if we're compensating for some of the bad experiences
we've had?  Most of us seem to have had a pretty rocky
time growing up; maybe we develop that particular
facial expression as a kind of defense mechanism?
I've also noticed that F people will open up to you a
lot more if they think you're shy, like they're trying
desperately to make you comfortable, and the more open
and real someone's acting, the less meaningless small
talk you have to put up with! :)  (Of course, then
you'll probably get to hear their whole life story, so
it can backfire if you're not in the right mood...)

I've also noticed that I'm very good at blending into
the background, but I think that's true of almost all
introverts.  I've gotten so good at it, in fact, that
I was getting a ride home from a friend's mom once and
she forgot that I was in the car even though I was in
the front passenger seat right next to her.  It was a
little embarassing for her, but it's never really
bothered me; in fact, I like that I can avoid notice
so well!

Thanks so much for your fantastic website; it always
brightens my day!  It's wonderful that you've given
introverts a way to find each other without having to
put up with each other, if you know what I mean. :)

Kendra

 

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