Pro tip to INFPs who want to read more: get a kindle or an E reader of your choosing and keep it at your side at all times. Every time you feel the need to pull out your phone for quick and easy dopamine, redirect that urge to your Kindle. You'd be amazed at how much reading you can get done this way. Doing this will help replace bad habits with a much better one.
I agree. Especially with my ADHD brain. When I was a kid and I'd get in trouble, my mother used to take away all forms of digital dopiminergic stimulation away, no phone, video games, TV, etc. and I found that reading became just as enjoyable as playing video games since my mind adapted to using books as an equal source of dopamine.
@@namelessgrace6319 You get used to it. If you have the physical copy that's fine, but if there are a lot of books you want to get through than its way more convenient.
OK I had to revisit this video because today I was going over the lateralization of the brain in psych 101. So basically, the left side of your brain controls your critical thinking, and your language functions like speaking, reading, writing and understanding language. And the right side of your brain focuses on your nonverbal abilities like music, art, creativity-abstract things, pattern, recognition, etc. and the whole time I was thinking, “I wish I was more of a left side brain person..” because INFPs seem to have all of our main personality characteristics on the right side, but then I realized that reading and writing is us engaging with the left side and growing that ability to be more analytical. Reminded me of this and your other INFP video from last week. So cool!
I read hundreds of nonfiction books per year. (Plus scientific studies). But eventually you hit a point when you HAVE to start using Se to form your theories (either alone or bouncing of close friends/family). You realize that many books, especially non-fiction see/represent the world in a cliched, childish, reductive way. Fiction (or biography) eventually becomes MORE useful in the ways that it captures way more (Se) nuance of human reality. Especially when it comes to the "cutting edge" or theories that are not typically accepted or high prestige in polite society.
@@c.j.giordano2129 and you’re a CJ? Lol that’s one of my nicknames bahaha. True tho 😂 I just feel like I’m more direct/less drawn to victimhood but I guess I could just be ESTJ focused🤷🏼♀️
Should I read all the time?! I am more comfortable listening to things. I can watch 3 hours video lecture and still enjoying it instead of reading. This is mainly how I educate myself. I can listen to all people from all the perspectives and backgrounds.
I'm an INFP I like to consider myself an aspiring polymath. I went to college and grad school with the explicit goal of better understanding myself and the world around me. I read prolifically, and I've extensively studied both the natural sciences and social sciences as well as literature. The sheer availability of information available in the academic setting was like crack for my Ne function. And sticking with academia led to me specializing naturally, ending with a PhD, so I was able to go both very deep and very wide. 10/10 would recommend for other INFPs if you can find a way to get your Fi on board.
@@rimasoosamir8167 how many of those neurologists and psychologists have utterly mastered their feild? Getting a masters degree is not mastery of said subject.
Be very careful and not end up making the infp het stressed because that's the demon function of Ti and trying to overuse may not be beneficial. Especially being in America where infp who are dealing with current trauma need escape once in a while and Ti wont be good on the mind in the long run. Enfj here
I dont know about reading and i never liked it just couldnt keep my head on the book cus my mind goes in 100 different directions. I cant focus for too long and i skip a lot when reading something, most of the info is unnecessary anyway. I like to experience it first hand, get tips and learn along the way. Nothing feels better than practise, being in the moment, alive, dealing with the problem as it comes just stop being buried in your head or books. Learning new skills and being around people that are masters in their field is crucial for us cus we will one up what is already considered mastered. Just keeps yourself out of your la la land and be present that is the best advice someone could give me.
In nutshell, pick a field/subject, stick to it, learn as much about it, the expertise will come to you with time as long you commit to it, dont let your natural curiosity for it (field/subject) die. You guys make things waaaay too long or complicated for yourself while making the podcasts. Thats not necessary. I think at some point you used at least 5 minutes to explain what branching out means when learning a subject.
Pro tip to INFPs who want to read more: get a kindle or an E reader of your choosing and keep it at your side at all times. Every time you feel the need to pull out your phone for quick and easy dopamine, redirect that urge to your Kindle. You'd be amazed at how much reading you can get done this way. Doing this will help replace bad habits with a much better one.
I agree. Especially with my ADHD brain. When I was a kid and I'd get in trouble, my mother used to take away all forms of digital dopiminergic stimulation away, no phone, video games, TV, etc. and I found that reading became just as enjoyable as playing video games since my mind adapted to using books as an equal source of dopamine.
Great advice.
I hate reading on a device... Has to be an actual book.
@@namelessgrace6319 You get used to it. If you have the physical copy that's fine, but if there are a lot of books you want to get through than its way more convenient.
OK I had to revisit this video because today I was going over the lateralization of the brain in psych 101. So basically, the left side of your brain controls your critical thinking, and your language functions like speaking, reading, writing and understanding language. And the right side of your brain focuses on your nonverbal abilities like music, art, creativity-abstract things, pattern, recognition, etc. and the whole time I was thinking, “I wish I was more of a left side brain person..” because INFPs seem to have all of our main personality characteristics on the right side, but then I realized that reading and writing is us engaging with the left side and growing that ability to be more analytical. Reminded me of this and your other INFP video from last week. So cool!
I read hundreds of nonfiction books per year. (Plus scientific studies). But eventually you hit a point when you HAVE to start using Se to form your theories (either alone or bouncing of close friends/family).
You realize that many books, especially non-fiction see/represent the world in a cliched, childish, reductive way. Fiction (or biography) eventually becomes MORE useful in the ways that it captures way more (Se) nuance of human reality.
Especially when it comes to the "cutting edge" or theories that are not typically accepted or high prestige in polite society.
I agree
Knowledge will set you free. 😊
i am a 22 year old infp and this content is amazing thank you
Idk what type I am anymore, but telling me to constantly be reading and reading in all my free time is exactly what I wanna hear lolll
@@c.j.giordano2129 and you’re a CJ? Lol that’s one of my nicknames bahaha. True tho 😂 I just feel like I’m more direct/less drawn to victimhood but I guess I could just be ESTJ focused🤷🏼♀️
Should I read all the time?! I am more comfortable listening to things. I can watch 3 hours video lecture and still enjoying it instead of reading. This is mainly how I educate myself. I can listen to all people from all the perspectives and backgrounds.
but you just need one ring to rule them all.
I'm an INFP I like to consider myself an aspiring polymath. I went to college and grad school with the explicit goal of better understanding myself and the world around me. I read prolifically, and I've extensively studied both the natural sciences and social sciences as well as literature. The sheer availability of information available in the academic setting was like crack for my Ne function. And sticking with academia led to me specializing naturally, ending with a PhD, so I was able to go both very deep and very wide. 10/10 would recommend for other INFPs if you can find a way to get your Fi on board.
Reading is always beneficial no matter the material ❤
Great advice this isnt something i really gravitate towards I like quick information condensed as opposed to regular full books but good advice
A book a day????!?! How the fuck. Right now it's a single book for 3 months.
What hobbies are you doing right now that aren't productive?
@@christaylorraka4053 I'm going to try to reach you on discord as I have some other questions as well
@@ethtt feel free 👍
Insightful!
abosulte undisputed mastery requires to be jack of more than one trait. To master psychology you may have to study neurology for example.
No. Because there are neurologists, and psychologists. They are related but not necessarily one.
@@rimasoosamir8167 how many of those neurologists and psychologists have utterly mastered their feild? Getting a masters degree is not mastery of said subject.
Rewatch with this question in mind.
Great video👍
infp video again yayyyyy
Everything that is has significance or it wouldn’t be and even that which isn’t has significance in the fact that it helps you see.
Be very careful and not end up making the infp het stressed because that's the demon function of Ti and trying to overuse may not be beneficial. Especially being in America where infp who are dealing with current trauma need escape once in a while and Ti wont be good on the mind in the long run.
Enfj here
80% would be on your chosen path and 20% would just be a random book in your free time"-
... Cool!....
I dont know about reading and i never liked it just couldnt keep my head on the book cus my mind goes in 100 different directions. I cant focus for too long and i skip a lot when reading something, most of the info is unnecessary anyway. I like to experience it first hand, get tips and learn along the way. Nothing feels better than practise, being in the moment, alive, dealing with the problem as it comes just stop being buried in your head or books. Learning new skills and being around people that are masters in their field is crucial for us cus we will one up what is already considered mastered. Just keeps yourself out of your la la land and be present that is the best advice someone could give me.
what if im an infp who loves fantasy novels lol and romance
I see many young INFPs (and NFPs in general) starting like that, then getting older and growing an interest in a more niche sphere.
Do you have to read on one subject only if you are already are reading non fiction?
My grandfather told me not to read romance novel shit. Read something you can learn value from. I read the bible.
Or just be a housewife😅
Gitttt itttt 😂😂😂❤❤❤
Can a male be a housewife 🙃
@@Violet_Odorata you can be a househusband
This is so me 😅😀
In nutshell, pick a field/subject, stick to it, learn as much about it, the expertise will come to you with time as long you commit to it, dont let your natural curiosity for it (field/subject) die. You guys make things waaaay too long or complicated for yourself while making the podcasts. Thats not necessary. I think at some point you used at least 5 minutes to explain what branching out means when learning a subject.
Idk what type I am anymore, but telling me to constantly be reading and reading in all my free time is exactly what I wanna hear lolll