Core Cognitive Functions & Traits
Dominant: Introverted Feeling (Fi)
Auxiliary: Extraverted Intuition (Ne)
INFPs are the dreamers and idealists of the MBTI world. Guided by a strong internal compass (Fi) and a mind that delights in possibilities (Ne), they see the world not just as it is, but as it could be. Whether pondering the meaning of life or inventing whimsical new worlds, their thoughts are equal parts poetic and precise. They may seem reserved at first, but their warmth and creativity shine through in the stories they tell, the art they make, and the care they show for others. They share a deep authenticity and creative spirit.
Representative Formula: Shannon Entropy
Origin: Information Theory
Formula Components
- H(X): Entropy, or the expected value of the information contained in a message.
- p(x): Probability of outcome x.
- logb: Logarithm base b (often base 2 for bits).
Rationale for Match
Shannon Entropy is a beautiful metaphor for the INFP’s mind. Just as entropy measures the richness and unpredictability of information, INFPs thrive on the diversity of ideas, emotions, and possibilities. Their intuition (Ne) delights in exploring every potential outcome, while their feeling (Fi) weighs the meaning and value of each. Life, for the INFP, is about embracing complexity, finding beauty in uncertainty, and seeking the unique pattern in every story. Their world is a tapestry of what-ifs, maybes, and heartfelt truths—always open to new meaning, always a bit mysterious, and always, always authentic.