INFJ – How To Be Normal In An Abnormal World
So, you clicked on “How to be Normal as an INFJ”? Well, spoiler alert: this isn’t your typical 10-step guide to becoming someone you’re not. Figuring out “normalcy” (whatever that even means!) isn’t about a checklist. It’s about how you feel about yourself, how you see yourself.
In this video, we’re diving deep into shifting that perspective. It’s about moving from an outsider’s view of “you” to an insider’s view – YOUR view – of “who I am and how I see myself.” I want to help you reframe what it means to feel “different” and, more importantly, how you want to feel about yourself.
Because let’s face it, if you identify with the INFJ personality cluster, chances are you’ve felt different, misunderstood, maybe even “rare.” That first line in all the online descriptions, right? “The rarest personality type!” But does knowing that actually help you feel any better or guide you on how to navigate those feelings? Probably not.
So, we’ll be asking some big questions:
Is being “different” inherently good or bad?
How does self-esteem (or lack thereof) tie into feeling different? Are you “better” or “worse,” or is it time for some radical self-acceptance?
In what specific ways do you feel different? And what parts of you feel similar to others? (It’s rarely black and white).
Could your differences actually equip you for a unique purpose or quest in this world? I share a bit about how my own mix of IT, psychology, and linguistic interests helps me.
Are you different by accident, or are you sometimes trying to be? What’s the healthy drive for Autonomy versus just rebelling for rebellion’s sake?
What actions or words from others make you feel misunderstood or like an outsider? And how do you deal with that, especially those lingering hurts from the past?
The BIG reframe: Instead of “Do they like me? Am I welcome here?” what if you asked, “Do I want to be here? Does this feel right for me?” It’s about becoming the author of your own story!
Is it worth loving if you might get hurt? (A resounding YES, by the way!)
And finally, how do you find your voice and speak up when you feel hurt or misunderstood? That “introvert effect” is a real thing, you know!
This isn’t about changing who you are to fit in; it’s about understanding yourself on a deeper level, embracing your unique way of being, and learning to navigate the world from a place of self-acceptance and inner authority.
What are your experiences with feeling different or misunderstood? How have you learned to navigate these feelings? I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts and stories in the comments below!
Thanks for watching, and I hope this helps you on your journey. Have a wonderful day!
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via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp8D7pwAf00 at Actualized INFJ | Erik Thor
