'IQ =/= intelligence. IQ only rates a few aspects of cognition, not to mention a fluke can get you a great score. The world, along with our brains, are both far too organic for any linear test. IQ...|||I'm not Asian (Saxon/Germanic actually), but I only know one Asian who has a similar temperament to mine (also male). Actually, the Asian stereotype doesn't seem to fit the ones I meet outside of the...|||I set it up here: myopenc.com/nt|||EDIT: Vote here instead of in this thread!|||I was about to add the adverb internally, but I never did. Sorry for the lack of articulation. Poll is up!|||You should research cognitive functions rather than using stereotypes and titles to determine which category you belong to. The question is whether you are an Si dominant or an Ni dominant since you...|||I have been tossing around the idea of startfiring an NT Forum. The reason being, that since there are well-established forums for specific types (INTJF, INTPc, etc.), perhaps a strictly-NT-based...|||What are these core similarities?|||I find it exceedingly easy to be clever. I am best characterized as a reserved (though not overly) ENTP in social situations, but the difference is that I do not partake in such socializing...|||The genesis of this thread (and perhaps this entire thread in a sense) is entirely bogus. Emotional distance and lack of outward empathy does not in any way contribute to being an asshole. As an...|||hmm...I've never had this problem honestly (or anything similar). Then again, I don't speak much anyway, unless I give insightful information or drop a clever joke into a conversation. Do you have...|||You worry too much about this sort of dialogue. Is it seriously all/many girls that give these kinds of responses, or was your statement an exaggeration?|||I get the words cool, genius, and smart thrown at me very often. I've never had to put forth effort when collecting friends. According to females, I'm handsome too, so that probably helps (as...|||They often make for good conversation, and as someone who uses a lot of metaphorical language naturally, they are a breath of fresh air in typical conversations. I really don't have to break the ice...|||Female INTJ's in general are rare, so for you to have a handfull of them to interact with is exceptionally scarce. I have to say that I have never befriended an INTJ before, but instead, I seem to...|||Many of the petty questions posted here are hated by INTP's as well. My favorite: What's wrong?  I mean, am I supposed to be stupidly and outwardly warm towards everyone all of the time?...|||Don't forget GNU/Linux!|||I like to keep my desktop environment elegant and functional.|||That's your choice, but that brand of fatalism yields the same kind of outcome as the style of fatalism harbored by Chrstians/Muslims/Jews/etc. In my opinion, folks such as you and I should care more...|||It seems as though you are misunderstanding MBTI/Jung. You aren't even sure whether you are best classified as T or F after all. Isn't that what this is about....classification/categorization? When...|||I'm bored of being confined in the INTP section, so forgive my intrusion......  - Mental Self (mental stimulation/growth) - Fun/Recreation (hobbies, entertainment, etc) - Physical Self (physical...|||I like these.|||I like all of the NT's for the most part. Too bad they are hard to find IRL. By the way, I correctly predicted the results in a millisecond before clicking on the thread title. Come on, we INTP's...|||I edited my post, so review it please if you have not already.  As for your question, I would say yes. However, in childhood I was very odd. I retreated within my own imagination without...|||I don't see my emotions as valid when analyzing systems and reaching conclusions -- I naturally indulge in this behavior. Therefore, my emotional repression is more passive rather than active....|||Indeed. She definitely loves you as a friend, because we INTP's will avoid anyone short of who is perceived as awesome like the plague (unless it suits our benefits in some way). The point is that...|||Twentyseven and Cheveyo hit the nail on the head. Keep up the casual relationship and slowly reel her in. Personally, I can hardly open up to the NF friend with whom we seem to share a mutual...|||Well trees evolved to survive in their environment, and not in an environment with idiot humans setting flame to them..... This thread isnt serious, but I went ahead and contributed.|||Read intp.org's stuff. Although it is lengthy, the comprehensive descriptions are impeccable. I peg you as an INTJ, INTP, or ISTP. You haven't given enough information (more so, the right kind of...|||I know from experience that ESTJ's can be very emotional around other family members or friends. I agree with this observation.|||Yeah, we INTP's are known to be erotic fiends in the sack.|||My speculations (I'd like to get them tested):  Dad: ESTJ Mom: ISFJ Sister: ESTJ  My brother tested as an INTP, but he has more S and P than I do.|||Does he enjoy downtime often? Have you ever had the gut feeling that he doesn't get the big-picture or all of the details? How sensitive is he? (1-5 scale) Could he possibly be a narcissist? Has...|||This [most likely] means nothing. We are not the most loving creatures on this earth, so it's best to just accept that he'll do this. We are Ti dominants, so this is going to happen a lot. In my...|||I like them pretty well. I have three good ENFP friends, and for some reason I seem to attract them. I sort of have to like them regardless.|||Ehh...You're severely simplifying the concepts of truth and proof. That is why you see philosophical inquiries and explanations as unnecessarily complex.  @OP: As for me, I typically turn dull...|||I see shame as that annoying terminator that won't quit chasing me. If I'm methodical, introspective, and calculate my actions for the future, then I shouldn't have to worry about it finding me. If...|||http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5V7KL856p_M|||That's why I find religion annoying (mostly). There are other fields that make bogus claims, but religious conversations often cause (or fuel the fire to) the most unintelligible debates and/or crude...|||Indeed. In some way or another you are averted to nonbelief or belief itself in some shape or form. Undecided people can easily be somewhat atheistic or deistic. The difference between being sure...|||Don't worry; I know you were not negative in any way. I was just trying   to help you out, because most people haven't heard of Huxley and do not   look at Greek etymology. We do seem to have some...|||I think the facts-argument that was made sounded Te, but I could be wrong. As for truth, I'd say we shouldn't act as though we truly know it.|||I said by atheist's original denotation you are atheistic. The post I responded to had given off a scent of atheism, because you talked about not believing in theist-bound claims (and your definition...|||Read my post and Azrael's posts again. Atheism and agnosticism (Greek definition or Huxley's adaption) live in two different regions.|||Additionally, you (more eloquently than I) and I have already described the dennotations of those words. The modern, societal adaption of agnostic is incorrent, and atheists are often...|||Your error of judgment is to assume your definitions of the following are correct: atheist, theist, and agnostic. An agnostic is actually a skeptic, and it is supported by a philosophy (see here:...|||Not all of the INTP rumors are true. We aren't completely heartless, but I am pretty cold, so I'd almost agree with this topic. Love is typically a game -- not in the fun way. I can see why you'd...|||^^Atheism does not posit anything. It merely constitutes a lack of belief within the realm of religion. If you do not believe what theists say, then you too are an atheist.:tongue:|||:blushed:  Yeah, I never understood the undying fervor for the Lord of the Flies. It seemed to make a good point, but I would rather read the same concept in an essay or article. For me, it wasn't...|||Logic is subjective, and proof is objective within the realm of human perception. What I'm trying to say is that the Bible gives no explanation either; it is also the same with most other major...'