INFP’s Shadow: Projecting Perfectionism

Every MBTI type has a shadow. The idealistic INFP is no exception. Exploring your own hidden sides can help you grow and evolve, but it can be painful. Let’s look at the Jungian shadow in more detail. A question to you, dear reader: what are YOU annoyed about? Leave a comment.

“One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious.” — Carl Jung

Lately, I’ve found myself thinking about the concept of the shadow. One of the reasons is my own inexplainable irritation towards poor grammar. Spelling mistakes are harmless, so why are they bugging me so much?

I’m discussing this here:

Am I Projecting or Legitimately Angry?

The idea that each of us has aspects of ourselves that we either consciously overlook or even despise is incredibly intriguing. It’s this elusive, intangible part of our psyche, often hidden from our view, that holds the crucial key to our personal growth and evolution.

Jungian Shadow Concept

The concept of the “shadow” in psychology, particularly in analytical psychology as developed by Carl Jung, is a profound and intricate one. The shadow represents the unconscious aspect of the personality…