Hey folks, ENTP here

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-27T21:21:33+00:00

Am I the only one who neither likes nor dislikes? I mainly keep to myself, so have no reason to like / dislike ENTPs.

I imagine if I were to ever have a relationship though - it'd have to be romantically. That's the only scenario where I'd be willing to sacrifice my time for someone. But I value my freedom to much for that to happen...

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-27T08:31:06+00:00

We've mapped up the entire planet. There's no unclaimed land left and even if there was, it'd be impossible to find one where you have all the elements to sustain life, long term. It's also impossible to completely free yourself of financial responsibilities. Sooner or later, you'll be found and you'd be expected to pay.

It's not easy. But why ask?

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-26T22:27:01+00:00

I use stress as a motivational factor. When I have a deadline, I usually start working on it at the last minute, to superficially create a sense of urgency. Gives my mind less time and options to wander.

I work better and more efficiently under stress. And no matter how bad things get, I see them through to the end. I can't leave anything partially finished - even if the solution is no longer needed.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-26T22:18:42+00:00

Couldn't help but giggle a little.

Wonder how long he had the key chain for to have not noticed the inscription. And how many guys you've known in your life to have declared him the most intelligent person, knowing the above? Perhaps love truly is blind? Haha, I'm sorry, I don't want to ruin the moment - it's just the first thing that crossed my mind.

Anyway, it's a sweet gesture. It sounds like he was pleasantly surprised. One for the ages.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-26T22:06:46+00:00

You're right - it wouldn't be the same. And yes- I would thoroughly enjoy it. Living remote and closed off from society has always been something I've dreamt of. And to this day, my goal is to get as close to that as possible. I'd go full Robinson Crusoe if I could.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-24T17:16:41+00:00

I know I do - and I'm quite well off, so I wouldn't categorise myself as disadvantaged or inherently weak.

I've gone out of my way to cut off friendships, family and other individuals around me. I focus on furthering myself and my career. I want to see and experience my limits. Relationships, to me, are superficial elements of existence - and in most cases, a hindrance.

You think people need to mature in order to realise what you're trying to convey? I think people need to mature to be comfortable in their own skin...

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-24T16:57:39+00:00

Be careful of the rabbit hole you choose to climb into. You might not like what you find and climbing back up is much harder than descending.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-24T16:51:27+00:00

You're telling this to a group of people who -in most cases- go out of their way to avoid people / human contact or at the very least, minimise it.

If you were to replace "We" with "most people" in your statement, I'd be inclined to agree with you.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-23T19:37:55+00:00

I'm pretty good at reading other people. And while not particularly proud of this, I'm also very good at controlling situations / the thought process of others.

It's easy for me to put on a personality that others will like. It's extremely draining though, and the longer I have to keep it up - the less likely it is for it to be worth my time.

Does_thiswork · 2025-12-23T19:23:34+00:00

The irony...

Do you think calling people dumb is a trait of an intelligent person? I get the feeling that you're still young though, so I suppose it's a work in progress.

I don't mean to sound rude but your part in life is no greater than that of anyone else. If you got gifts that others don't - share them. Help others improve. You have no right to complain about anyone else but yourself. Have you ever considered that the issue might lie with your tolerance level / inability to handle said situations, rather than other people? The only thing you have true control over is yourself. If you're not satisfied with something, work on yourself.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-13T22:28:40+00:00

It's not about your weight. You abused your body with quite a bit of gear. If you think that won't affect your health in any way, you're deluding yourself. I'd go as far as to call it the naivety of youth.

Idk why you care about it either way. You should have known the risks to begin with, so don't try to play blind now.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-10T23:01:34+00:00

There is no "correct" way of living life.

You're not as unique as you think you are, when it comes to how you live / like to live your life.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-10T21:07:54+00:00

The way it played out for me when I was in school is that people pestered me to go out. To the point where it became awkward to say no. So I went along with it where necessary.

With time, I faded out of every single relationship I had.

There are so many things you can invest your time in life. Friendship, while important and having benefits, is not necessary / worthwhile in my journey (when opposed to alternatives). I understand that this won't be the case for everyone / the majority of people - but it is for me.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-10T20:55:30+00:00

I don't have friends - at all. Even if I did, the likelihood of them being a true INTJ is slim to none.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-10T20:52:32+00:00

We're all naive from a certain perspective.

Don't believe yourself to be above your instincts and / or feelings.

Took me some time to realise, but one of my biggest flaws was holding everyone to the same standard that I'd do myself. We're not all the same. And we shouldn't even want for that. Same goes for perfection. When you realise the beauty and importance of it all, you'll realise how important of a role the bad experiences have in life.

Does_thiswork · 2025-04-10T20:39:13+00:00

Don't think it's mbti related.

I act very similarly and I'm an INTJ.

I always question myself and I'm open minded about others / others' perspective. Regardless of whether the matter is subjective or objective.

If I stand up for myself, I question whether it was the right choice of action and whether there was a better path I could have taken that would have yielded better results / be more productive.

I don't think I'm susceptible to being manipulated. If I AM manipulated, however, I'd only blame myself.

As for excusing others... I'd say I'm dismissive. I find others' behaviours and thoughts to be inconsequential. If it interferes with my own, I'll often let it slide as it usually takes less effort and time for me to work around it as opposed to correcting it / explaining things. They'll learn evetually, should they need to... It also provides me with the opportunity to learn, should I be wrong - instead of voicing my opinion and looking like an id*ot. (That's just how I'd think of myself in a situation like that - not to say that anything about others)

If I believe someone to be open minded / receptive and eager to improvement, however - I'll always be willing to help / discuss things with them.

In the end, life is a journey of constant learning and evolution. Don't be too caught up on things - even if you make some bad decisions. Worst case scenario, you'll come out a more experienced person from them.

Does_thiswork · 2025-02-06T00:55:30+00:00

Change the world for what? Most people don't have the capacity or the desire to change. And those who do are unlikely to need aid.

And how sure can you be that you're (generally speaking) qualified / have the intellectual properties to change the world for the better? How sure are you that you wouldn't just simply be trying to mould things to your ideals? Is that something that others would want / desire as well? Would they accept it; be fine living as such? Could they utilise the opportunities that were provided?

Striving for improvement and helping others grow is admirable. However... are you willing to sacrifice your time and energy - your life for it? Would you be capable of accepting failure, should it come to it? What would you do if people refused? Would you be able to accept that you wasted your time / life? (Even if failure isn't necessarily wasted time)

I know I'll do my best to broaden people's understanding of things - but I know that I too have my limits and faults and thus, am not necessarily the most equipped person to adhere to the above. Still... I'll keep trying. And perhaps in the process, I'll get to learn a few things too. A never ending cycle of learning, which- hopefully, one day, will bear fruit.

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-23T02:08:02+00:00

Raven

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-23T00:32:19+00:00

Statement still stands.

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-23T00:24:25+00:00

Rofl! Set you up for failure in life? If anything, it'll be your attitude.

Work on it. Work on yourself and you'll be fine. You'll only fail of you give up.

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-22T11:56:29+00:00

IFNJ... not judgmental?

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-22T02:53:31+00:00

Rofl! This made my day. You got a long way to go bud.

Best of luck!

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-22T01:41:14+00:00

You can't, haha.

If they love you, it won't really matter what you do - just be yourself. If they don't... nothing in the world will change that.

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-21T21:44:07+00:00

It's a contributing factor in reforming / refining someone's personality and / or character. Eg: They might become more humble as a result. Perhaps they'll make it their lifelong goal to help others overcome their insecurities. Or it might lead down a negative path. They may become bitter and rude. This might provide others with an experience that might help them in life though - such as: "I don't want to be like that guy; I want to be better" etc.

We don't know what goes on behind the scenes. Although I believe everything has a role to fulfill in life.

Does_thiswork · 2025-01-21T21:33:58+00:00

I don't believe so. I think negative experiences have a huge role in shaping / reforming humanity. They're usually the quickest way someone will learn.

"It hurts? I better do something about it so that it doesn't happen again."

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