What is an INFJ?
INFJ is one of the 16 personality types identified by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). The letters of INFJ stand for introverted, intuitive, feeling, and judging; therefore, people with this personality type are generally sensitive, caring, gentle, and reserved. Moreover, they have high moral standards and for this reason, are often referred to as the “Idealist/Advocate”. Those with the INFJ personality type tend to think deeply and contemplate the meaning of life. Subsequently, it is not surprising that the INFJ’s favorite question is, “Why?”
There are 3 reasons why this is the INFJ’s favorite question.
1. They want to make the world a better place
INFJs constantly seek to improve themselves and the things around them. In order to do so, they need to ask themselves why things are the way they are and how they can be better. They question everything and are never satisfied with simple solutions. They constantly dig deeper, think more critically, and find better ways of handling situations.
2. They always search for a deeper meaning
People with the INFJ personality type seek meaning in everything that they do. For this reason, they tend to ask “Why?” and look for meaning in everything around them. In other words, before doing something, they ask what the purpose of doing it is and what meaning it carries. More importantly, finding the answer to these questions can help them become more creative.
3. They want to understand your thought process
To reiterate, INFJs are advocates with high moral standards. When they meet somebody who has opposing views, they insistently ask why they have those views. For them, it is important to understand if the people around them think critically or if they allow other people to shape their ideas, plans, and beliefs. Furthermore, in relationships, INFJs constantly ask their partners why they think or feel a certain way. This allows them to understand their partners and their vulnerabilities better.
Can you think of another reason why an INFJ loves to ask “Why?”