About Me — Crystal S

Sometimes, I Feel Like a Walking Contradiction

I didn’t know that INFJs were often known as walking contradictions when I first called myself one; I was just frustrated with my inability to make up my mind about anything and choose a direction already.

I hadn’t thought about Myers-Briggs since 2004, when I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, or maybe even before that. The minute I (eventually) read the full INFJ personality description, I think I cried. If you’re familiar with the INFJ personality type, you already know me at my core.

Walking Contradiction

I’m quiet until you get to know me (then, I might not be able to shut up). People think I’m shy (I don’t know if that’s accurate, but there’s definitely some social anxiety!), but I’m also assertive if I need to be.

One of my old nicknames was Tigger because I was bouncy, energetic, and had plenty to say around the people who called me that. Still, I also like to hang back and weigh my words carefully, and I prefer writing over speaking, so I have longer to think and organize my thoughts. That doesn’t stop me from sticking my foot in my mouth nearly enough, especially around new people when I’m nervous (and I’m usually nervous around new people). I’m much better one-on-one than in groups.