The Role of Listening in Personal Growth for INFJs

Ever feel like you're always the listener, never the learner? As an INFJ, I get it. We are natural advice-givers, but sometimes we need to flip the script. This article explores the importance of taking advice and enhancing our lives with new perspectives and experiences.

Embracing the Flip: How Listening Became Learning

One of the best pieces of advice I've received is simple but profound: it hit me hard. I used to rely solely on my intuition, thinking that was enough. However, I realized there was so much more to tap into.

I started exploring ways to boost my brainpower, trying everything from meditation to brain teasers. But the real game-changer was Billionaire Brain Wave, a digital tool that unlocks the potential of the mind using brainwave technology. Initially, I was skeptical, but after giving it a shot, I noticed:

Clearer thinking –?like someone hit the defog button in my brain Better sleep – goodbye 3 AM anxiety spirals Creative bursts – suddenly, I became the idea guy at work

While I don't claim it's magic, it definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone and got me thinking differently.

The bottom line is, don't just rely on your INFJ intuition. Push your brain, challenge it, and feed it new information and experiences. You might surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

Understanding from the Inside Out: INFJ Personal Growth

As a rare personality type, it's particularly challenging for INFJs to take advice from others who don't fully understand us. We often find ourselves over-explaining everything to ensure others understand. However, there are instances where helpful advice comes from unexpected sources, even if it occasionally contradicts itself.

Here are some pieces of advice that have been genuinely useful to me:

It's okay to be you – Nucci Don't be so forgiving; people know what they are doing – unknown Stop saying yes and okay when you should be saying no and fuck off – Michael Curtis They are all just scammers – Galen Protect your peace – Trent Shelton Some types of cancer will engorge themselves on DHA until they lyse open and die – Galen NO MOM! Don't get used to slowly dying inside! – Mom Go for a walk, Karen. It isn't going to hurt him to be by himself for 5 minutes – Mom when Galen wouldn't stop crying at 8 months old and I didn't know why he was crying – Mom and me I took the leap of faith and moved to Hawaii and never regretted it – woman from NIA outside the Goodwill 2016 You don't have to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm – Michelle Obama Stop working and relax – Mom and Galen Every single thing my Mom has said lately – me I don't take advice from coldhearted idiots who tried to get me to abandon my own son – me Strangers have no right to give unsolicited advice because they are not seeing the full picture. KEEP IT TO YOURSELVES – me

Ultimately, it's crucial to be selective about the advice we take, especially from those without a complete understanding of our unique situation.

Conclusion

While INFJs are known for giving advice, it's equally important to listen to and incorporate advice into our lives. This can lead to personal growth and a more enriched perspective. Always be wary of unsolicited advice, as not everyone sees the full picture. Embrace the learning process and let it transform your life.