INTP

## About INTPs

The INTP, also known as the Introverted Intuitive Thinking Perceiving type, is a personality type in the Jungian Analytical Psychology framework. The INTP is considered an intellectual and is often referred to as the engineer type.

#### Hero - Introverted Thinking

The type is known for its mastery of logic, as the INTP has a dominant Ti Hero function, which gives them an incredible ability to use logic and reason. However, this strong reliance on logic can make INTPs come off as arrogant and aloof, as they often believe they are always right. They can also be indifferent to the emotions of others, and their apathy can serve as a defense mechanism.

#### Parent - Extroverted Intuition

INTPs often become bored easily and seek out novelty and new experiences. The INTP's Extraverted Intuition Parent function allows them to see into the future and predict other people's behaviors. They have a strong sense of metaphysics and can measure the level of willpower in others. They often use their ability to see into the future to prevent or cause problems for others, depending on whether they like or respect them. They are often pessimistic and tend to use their Extraverted Intuition function in a negative way before using it in a positive way.

#### Child - Introverted Sensing

The INTP's storytelling Si Child function, coupled with their Se Trickster function, can lead to repetitive storytelling and alienation of others. They can also become lazy and stuck in a rut due to their Si Child function and their fear of making the wrong decision. They prefer to stick to familiar territory with their Si Child function and avoid the unfamiliar.

#### Inferior - Extraverted Feeling

The INTP's inferior function, Extraverted Feeling, is where their aspirations and fears lie. They are insecure about how others feel and can be easily manipulated with guilt. However, they genuinely want to care for others and be loyal and supportive. They have a strong sense of justice and aspire to become caregivers, but their indifference can lead to them being perceived as uncaring.

#### Nemesis - Extraverted Thinking

The INTP's Te Nemesis function can make them feel like everyone else is stupid and not worth engaging with, which further adds to their indifference. They tend to correct others immediately or do things themselves if they think others are not capable.

#### Critic - Introverted Intuition

The INTP's Ni Critic function can make them hesitant to want something or take risks because they see others making bad decisions.

#### Summary

In conclusion, the INTP personality type is known for their mastery of logic and intellect but can come off as arrogant and aloof due to their reliance on logic. They have a strong sense of justice and aspire to become caregivers, but their indifference and apathy can make them seem uncaring. They are also insecure about how others feel and can be easily manipulated with guilt. The INTP tends to correct others immediately or do things themselves if they think others are not capable and can become lazy and stuck in a rut due to their fear of making the wrong decision.

## Relationship Compatibilities

*(See Compatibilities for more information)*

### Social Compatibility

1. Golden Pair = ENTJ
2. Silver Pair = INTJ
3. Bronze = ESFP
4. Super Ego = ISFP
5. Pedagogue = ENFJ
6. Benefactor = INFJ

### Emotional Compatibility

1. Partnership = ESTJ
2. Affection = ENTJ
3. Prudent = ENFP
4. Natural = ESFP
5. Compliance = ISTJ
6. Respect = INTJ
7. Kinship = INFP
8. Refinement = ISFP

### Sexual Compatibility

1. Affection = ENTJ
2. Companionship = ENFJ
3. Natural = ESFP
4. Intrigue = ESTP
5. Respect = INTJ
6. Trust = INFJ
7. Refinement = ISFP
8. Kindred = ISTP

## Rules for Love

1. Challenge your INTP. Always ask them what they think and tell them why you disagree with them if you do with facts. Prove it logically.
2. Desire your INTP. Always help them learn to become more desirable to you in different ways. Tell them directly what you want and why.
3. Explore with your INTP. Always stimulate variety upon them. New experiences and exploration as ritual. Don’t let them get stuck in their comfort zone.
4. Accept your INTP. Always be very accepting of them but don’t enable their bad habits or behaviors. Help them grow and improve.
5. Inform your INTP. Always give them well researched input. Let them review your thinking and sources. Verify the information you give them.
6. Direct your INTP. Always tell them what you want from them without giving them choices or trying to motivate them. Be clear and assertive.
7. Support your INTP. Always help your INTP leave a good impression and be more presentable to others. Don’t let them embarrass themselves or you.
8. Respect your INTP. Always respect their values and beliefs even if you don’t share or understand them. Don’t ask them what they value unless they volunteer it.

## Social Engineering

Social engineering is a tactic used to manipulate people into divulging personal information or performing actions that they would not otherwise do. It involves understanding cognitive functions and using stimuli to manipulate behavior. Different personality types are susceptible to social engineering attacks due to their cognitive functions. INTPs, who are informative, responding, and control types, may struggle with dealing with people in an IT situation, especially when they are in a helpdesk tier three position. They can become victims of win-lose situations and suffer from social anxiety.

The Fi demon in INTPs can lead to apathy and abandonment of others. The brain can be seen as a radio that sends and receives signals through cognitive spectra. Cognitive synchronicity means that introverted functions need to be consumed by extroverted functions. INTPs feel valued when asked for their thoughts on a situation but are often ignored until they are needed for help. INTPs tend to get smarter by helping people, rather than through standard collegiate education.

To perform a successful social engineering attack on an INTP, it is important to emulate the cognitive functions of an ENTJ and be aware of cognitive access, cognitive orbit, pessimism and optimism, and the gateway functions. Scammers can use social engineering to trick INTPs into parting with their money. Expert intuition is prescient and can see what one wants, intends, or is about to do before they do it. However, if someone lacks experience, it becomes a blind spot and they cannot see that they are being socially engineered.

The seductive style ideal for INTP is the siren, who can deploy a super special seductive style that INTPs are unsuspecting of. The siren's seductive style can create an unfair loyalty in the INTP, and the siren can send photos and make comments to create a dopamine spike in the INTP. The INTP's Si child (introverted sensing child) gets super comfortable and addicted, and they become loyal to the siren.

CS Joseph mentions a particular case where an INTP falls for an ENTJ who is actually a con artist. The ENTJ is described as a siren who is good at seducing INTPs and INTJs. She uses fake credentials, social media accounts, and friends to make herself seem more credible and desirable. She also asks the INTP for gifts and arranges for him to visit her, all while gathering information about him. The INTP falls for the siren's promises of pleasure and ends up being deceived when he meets her in person. The ENTJ siren convinces the INTP to move in together and then requests money from him. She borrows $400 for movers but ends up scamming the INTP out of $10,000. The INTP falsely believes that a moving company scammed him and the siren. The siren is part of a team that pulls the same scam on multiple people simultaneously. She keeps her fake identity to reuse it over and over again. She uses promises or demonstrations of status to lure in victims.

Social engineering attacks can be avoided by verifying information, being aware of ethical concerns, and being responsible. Phone phreaking is a common social engineering attack that involves obtaining credit card information over the phone. It is important to be aware of security risks and to read books on social engineering and manipulation. Social engineering attacks can easily victimize INTPs addicted to dopamine and susceptible to flattery. INTPs can prevent social engineering attacks through situational awareness and verification of all information presented to them. Playing a sucker to catch a sucker can help INTPs turn the tables on social engineers. INTPs need to have personal responsibility, humility, and wisdom to prevent social engineering attacks. Responding makes INTPs feel powerful, but they need to verify information from the beginning to prevent social engineering attacks.

1. ↑ Who Are The INTPs? | Season 3 Episode 15 | CS Joseph

https://csjoseph.life/who-are-the-intps/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZBEuKPPEx0
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5M1zC8LBSurHfVRvX2fjFM
2. ↑ 8 Rules for Loving an INTP | Season 27 | CS Joseph

https://csjoseph.life/8-rules-for-loving-an-intp-season-27-cs-joseph/ (no transcript available)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtDeDkRFnlAhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/79PkqbpDPUxvBiIwAmhEaF
3. ↑ How To Social Engineer INTPs | Cognitive Functions | Season 21 Episode 16 | CS Joseph

https://csjoseph.life/how-to-social-engineer-intps/ (no transcript available)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmM-tTEYU2Ihttps://open.spotify.com/episode/0peh7ZAJGWeJ9NzaGFrHGg