The Whole “fiction Doesn’t Affect Reality” Argument Is Actually Kinda Racist…

I'd rather be weird and happy than normal and miserable.

Susane Colasanti

ADAM PARRISH — the raven cycle

“being adam parrish was a complicated thing, a wonder of muscles and organs, synapses and nerves. he was a miracle of moving parts, a study in survival. the most important thing to adam parrish, though, had always been free will, the ability to be his own master.”

Things that matter are not easy. Feelings of happiness are easy. Happiness is not. Flirting is easy. Love is not. Saying you’re friends is easy. Being friends is not.

David Levithan

But the truth is, also, simply this: love is indomitable

@mcquistonsource event 02 : december surprise  —  for chloe [ @markoliver ] ♡

— June is often a mystery, a big ball of complex emotions and motivations, but her heart is honest and true.

I think I’ve answered variations on this question before. But it’s been a while, so let’s see if I have a different perspective than before.

First, I will say that there are people who do (mostly) understand INFPs. These are usually those who have an INFP in the family, as a close friend, or are in a relationship with an INFP.

As for the rest of the world… There’s quite a bunch of Extroverts and Sensors out there. That’s a good reason people might not understand INFPs.

Want more reasons? 😅 Hmm, let me think… 

INFPs are not a very common type

INFPs are quiet and won’t share themselves with just anyone

INFPs enjoy discussing the unusual and lesser-chosen topics

INFPs spend a lot of time in their heads

INFPs want to explore all the what-ifs before moving on

INFPs may think and speak with metaphors and symbols

INFPs may be distracted by the beauty of trees blowing in the wind

INFPs take part in conversations to listen more than to speak

INFPs will feel emotional pain at another’s distress

INFPs can cry about something other people may not understand

INFPs dislike following the crowd without a good reason

INFPs may talk to animals and inanimate objects

INFPs want to understand the reasons behind someone’s actions

I think the most important reason is the first on my list. INFPs are not a common type. If something is less common, then it is less understood. Bottom line, really. Not sure if there is anything mysterious about it. 💗

Thanks for the question. 😊