INTJ vs INTP Cognitive Function Analysis
I didn't feel that INTP described me very well (which is why I recommend the Humanmetrics test above the rest), other than my occasional disorganization, researching topics for lengthy periods of time, and my lack of punctuality. However, all of these behaviors occur because I desire perfectionism.
My desk and closet sometimes becomes disorganized because unless I am able to order it precisely by topic, clothing by color and style, I am not satisfied. So, when I am busy and unable to organize in such a time consuming, meticulous manner, I let things pile up a bit. Then, when I have time, I go into an intense cleaning or organization frenzy, after which, everything is immaculate...for a period of time. Then, the cycles start again. From what I understand, INTPs are disorganized, but it does not bother them much. For me, it bothers me so much that sometimes I cannot focus on my work. I am slowly trying to weed out my possessions, so it will be easier to manage and keep in an organized system. In regards to researching extensively, it is usually because I am trying to understand a concept precisely and accurately. For instance, I sometimes do multiple searches on multiple dictionaries to find the exact meaning of a word or concept. However, this is usually to apply use the word or concept in an essay, to answer a question better, etc. I like to learn things that can be applied as I think everything we do should have some value. I respect those who learn for the sake of learning, but I learn to make my life and the lives of others better in some way.
In terms of my lack of punctuality, it is because I like to have my outfit perfectly match in the message and style it is sending and plan my travel route meticulously because the only train near me is so unreliable. Unfortunately, planning out my travel route never seems to prevent the train from having trouble. In regards to planning my outfit, I am not into trends at all and I don't crave attention like some females as I rather be the sophisticated observer, but I value looking put together and appropriate for each situation. This has become too cumbersome, and a bit of a nuisance to me, so I have returned to the color scheme that I had from age 12 to 25: red, black, grey (bottoms only as the color drains my complexion) and champagne or blush/apricot pink blouses (which are still neutrals and easy to coordinate match). This makes it a lot easier to not worry about matching. I have also embarked on a new project to return to wearing business casual as I did from my late teens to mid 20s, so I don't have to worry about being under-dressed for situations or having three different categories of outfits: casual, business casual and business formal. For the last few years, I have made an effort to look more casual, taking on my husband's casual way, but my style is more formal, and it worked better for me. I don't like to dress flashy, but most people say it is better to be overdressed than under-dressed, so low key business casual outfits are versatile and less time consuming in getting ready.
As it happens, INTPs generally do not put too much stock in or care about their appearance very much. I also don't think an INTJ would plan their travel route so meticulously. Furthermore, being late bothers me and stresses me very much. It is something that I am trying to work on very much, and hopefully I am able to do so as I simplify my life.
So these small explanations was my way of demonstrating that although some behaviors of INTPs may seem the same, the way of thinking and processing is very different. This leads me to share the wonderful material on how INTPs and INTJs may appear very similar, but are not in their cognitive functions.
INTJ vs INTP
Source: http://intjcentral.com/intj-vs-intp/
INTJs and INTPs are both inwardly
focused abstract thinkers. This results in the two types having many
overlapping interests and behaviors. However, if you look beyond
superficial common interests, the thinking processes are very
different.
J vs P
Misunderstanding the differences
between J/P is one reason many people mistype. Many assessments and
descriptions use environmental factors to differientiate Js from Ps.
This often leads to inaccurate results. Having a messy room and
putting off tasks to the last moment does not make one a P type. Many
INTJs report being messy; probably a result of not placing a high
priority on the external environment. Any type can put off tasks when
they don’t find value in them or find them tedious.
The main difference between Js and
Ps for is the desire closure or flexibility. INTPs value keeping their
options open and find deadlines restrictive; it’s cutting them off
from bringing in more possibilities. INTJs value coming to a
conclusion so they can put their ideas in action and efficiently move
on to the next task.
Cognitive Functions
The cognitive functions for INTJs
and INTPs are completely different and should be taken into
consideration if you are still confused about your type.
| INTJ | INTP |
| Cognitive Functions: Ni, Te, Fi, Se | Cognitive Functions: Ti, Ne, Si, Fe |
| Gain knowledge so it can be applied. Once the knowledge is applied to something that works, INTJs may lose interest in gaining additional knowledge on the subject. | Knowledge is the end goal. It doesn’t have to be applied to be worth pursuing, and INTPs usually don’t want to bother “applying stuff” anyway. |
| Explores possibilities and finds potential (Ni) then interacts with the environment to realize those possibilities and potential (Te) | Pieces information together and draws conclusions (Ti) then interacts with the environment to find additional possibilities (Ne) |
| Perfectionists of action. | Perfectionists of thought. |
| Desire to control the world around them | Spontaneous and adapt to the world around them |
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