INTP Myth Number 17

[Sunshine]

Okay so 17 was actually just a random number although I wouldn't be surprised if there are 16 other myths. (Yeah I would be)

Anyway, sometimes I think people think that INTPs are pretty emotionless or cold.

I just got an email from an INTP that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
INTPs can be really warm.

That is all.

/end post.


Have a nice day.

[Magic Poriferan]

Okay so 17 was actually just a random number although I wouldn't be surprised if there are 16 other myths. (Yeah I would be)

Anyway, sometimes I think people think that INTPs are pretty emotionless or cold.

I just got an email from an INTP that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
INTPs can be really warm.

That is all.

/end post.

Have a nice day.

Well, according to some, that emotionlessness has to exist for someone to really be an INTP. :dry:
But yeah, I've been called sweet, or something to that effect, many times. Glad there are others spreading the warm fuzziness. :D

[Shadowrose]

That seems to me like saying an ENTP never recalls his or her past.. just from what I've read regarding the functional theories, it seems like INTPs would generally -need- that soft, squishy side to help keep them grounded and balanced, just like ENTPs look to their past mistakes to realize that some things really -aren't- possible...

[disregard]

I don't think most people think INTP's lack warmth.. But I do think most people (on this forum) are aware that they typically don't whore it out.

[Chris_in_Orbit]

Actually I've been aware that INTPs (usually) are warm. Er, at least the ones I've known. They are quite often nicer than ISFPs/INFPs soooo....yeah.

[Kora]

Just because we don't like to spread our emotions to the world, doesn't mean we lack of them. Emotions are part of an human being, we like it or not.
I'm not the warmest person with my (few) closest friends, but I try to make them feel nice and to show them I really care about them.

[sciski]

My INTP friend frequently expresses a very kind and thoughtful side in text and action, while retaining his aloofness in manner. It's an intriguing combination, but much appreciated. I have no doubts when it comes to his sincerity.

[MacGuffin]

I AM INTP.

I HAVE NO EMOTIONS. THEIR USE IS ILLOGICAL.

DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
ERROR
ERROR
ERR-

>... this program has become unstable and is being shutdown.
<empathy> subroutine not found.
Emergency shutdown.
Restore to factory settings.

[norepinephrine]

INTPs can be really warm.


Particularly while being burned at the stake.

OK, seriously - I'm not heartless but keeping up a facade tends to keep people from coming to me in search of certain types of emotional validation.

For instance, if someone breaks down and cries in my presence, he or she will likely be treated to my "deer in the headlights" stare as I nervously shift from one foot to the other.

And hugging? Ewwww.

[Rhu]

And hugging? Ewwww.
I've found that hugs, and sometimes just the threat of hugs, can be a powerful weapon when wielded properly.

[Verily]

Particularly while being burned at the stake.

OK, seriously - I'm not heartless but keeping up a facade tends to keep people from coming to me in search of certain types of emotional validation.

For instance, if someone breaks down and cries in my presence, he or she will likely be treated to my "deer in the headlights" stare as I nervously shift from one foot to the other.

And hugging? Ewwww.
Eeeexactly. I dunno, I'll go to great lengths for friends, actually, you just probably won't hear me say "I love you" not as a joke or give you a hug. My friends know I care, though, even if other people maybe think I'm un-empathetic.

[colmena]

I actually initiated a hug yesterday.

That's completely true.

[IlyaK1986]

I AM INTP.

I HAVE NO EMOTIONS. THEIR USE IS ILLOGICAL.

DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
DOES NOT COMPUTE.
ERROR
ERROR
ERR-

>... this program has become unstable and is being shutdown.
<empathy> subroutine not found.
Emergency shutdown.
Restore to factory settings.

You win this thread and many interwebz.

I'm an ENTJ, but I still love just about anything fluffy. Not to mention beautiful NT women make me feel very warm inside =).

[Mondo]

There's always the possibility that the person who sent the email is not an INTP- ;)

j/k, I'm sure the person is one.. I'm trusting ya!

[Anonymous]

Okay so 17 was actually just a random number although I wouldn't be surprised if there are 16 other myths. (Yeah I would be)

Anyway, sometimes I think people think that INTPs are pretty emotionless or cold.

I just got an email from an INTP that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
INTPs can be really warm.

That is all.

/end post.


Have a nice day.

Who was the traitor? And where are they? Our organization is large; we no doubt have some hitmen in the area ready to take care of this problem INTP.

[Jughead]

Who was the traitor? And where are they? Our organization is large; we no doubt have some hitmen in the area ready to take care of this problem INTP.

Dammit, I was going to make this post, but I'm glad you're on the job! We must also take care of the OP before she spreads this vile rumour of INTP emotion.

[Athenian200]

Okay so 17 was actually just a random number although I wouldn't be surprised if there are 16 other myths. (Yeah I would be)

Anyway, sometimes I think people think that INTPs are pretty emotionless or cold.

I just got an email from an INTP that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
INTPs can be really warm.

That is all.

/end post.


Have a nice day.

O...kay? Uhh, the stereotype is really that INTPs (and NTs in general) tend to be colder than other types, have less intense emotional responses, and are less aware of their emotions. No emotions and completely cold/dead is quite a jump. The fact that one person you thought was INTP sent one message that seemed warm... doesn't really demonstrate anything that people don't already know. I can't see why you're acting like this is so significant. :huh:

And by emotions, I'm guessing you mean warmer ones like concern, sadness, happiness, and desire for peace. NTs show plenty of fear, anger, and amusement, which are actually emotions. NTs may have less warmth, but less doesn't mean it's nonexistent, it just means it pales in comparison to that of, say, an ESFJ in everyday behavior.

NTs don't express their warmer emotions often, and it's usually very endearing and clumsy when they try. Enjoy it when you can, but don't remind them that they did it later on... it's really not good for them to remember or think about doing it when they're not in that mood. They're often quite fragile emotionally, which, if you think about it, explains why they hide their feelings under all that intellect. They're compensating for something. If their SF shadow gets out of control... it's kind of sad, really. They have to be protected from themselves at that point. Being an NT sounds hard... I think we have it easier in some ways.

[Shadowrose]

And by emotions, I'm guessing you mean warmer ones like concern, sadness, happiness, and desire for peace.

I'm all for peace, so long as it's subjugated under the will of my friends.

[Haphazard]

I'm going to make a wild guess and say that that letter probably eked out all the emotional stores the INTP had for the month by just writing it. Be careful with him, especially if he's the type to get cranky when he's tired.

[Jughead]

Be careful with him, especially if he's the type to get cranky when he's tired.

:huh: What does being cranky when you're tired have to do with anything?

[Haphazard]

:huh: What does being cranky when you're tired have to do with anything?

After so much expression he's probably exhausted, dontcha know.

[Athenian200]

:huh: What does being cranky when you're tired have to do with anything?

Haphazard Ni'd that statement a little too much. I think they were trying to say that NTs are drained (more so than other types) by emotional expression, and that this person should avoid drawing too much out at once assuming it's okay, because the fact that it tires them means they'll start showing their emotions in a stressed, negative way if they overdo it with emotional expression.

[Haphazard]

INTPs can be very warm sometimes...

Does this one have an infection, you think?

[runvardh]

INTPs can be very warm sometimes...

Does this one have an infection, you think?

I'd say warm is an understatement for their capabilities... :blush:

[colmena]

geez louise

[Athenian200]

INTPs can be very warm sometimes...

Does this one have an infection, you think?

Actually, I think it's probably an affection rather than an infection. Don't feel bad for mistaking the two, INTPs themselves probably have trouble telling the difference, and feel/act the same way regardless of which it is. ;)

This is a joke, by the way.

[Haphazard]

Oh, hmm...

Because I was going to recommend antibiotics, bed rest, and fluids.

[Dwigie]

Nah, INTPs are not cold at all, they just show their affection differently in a non "mushy mushy" type of way. Actually I think they have emotions just as strong as other F types, I have an INTP friend (or INTJ...one or the other) she hates emotionalism and "hysteria" yet she is very friendly(with me and another one of our close friend only) and I know she does care.She sees emoting and crying as completely useless and likes to just "get on with life", she doesn't see the point in talking about her problems.She will switch the subject to something more fun as she hopes I'll get on that with her. different ways, same intentions I'd say. Actually she's way more affectionate than I am...

[animenagai]

this is a myth indeed. it's people getting the F and T functions mixed up with emotional and unemotional again. INTP's can get very angry :D.