Notice! Weaknesses of ENFJ in MBTI

'Analysis of weaknesses that ENFJ personality type might overlook in MBTI.'

Notice! 5 Major Weaknesses Easily Overlooked by ENFJ

1. Less Accurate Judgement of People The combination of abstract perception and emotional orientation makes ENFJ's judgment of people slightly lacking. Especially when it comes to factual decisions like financial issues, they should do what they are most reluctant to do: rationally check facts and details or seek advice from sensing and thinking types. In interpersonal relationships, ENFJ should strive to overcome their tendency to be quickly and uncritically infatuated with someone, otherwise they are likely to disappoint themselves. ENFJ actually understands human nature very well, but they often blame themselves afterwards for underestimating a person's weaknesses again. Or, out of a firm belief in the inherent goodness of humanity, they easily overestimate their own influence. ENFJ is a born 'fighter', and it's hard for them to accept having no influence on some people. Since they are very good at reflecting and always striving for self-improvement, they can't stand it when others have no self-awareness and still refuse to listen to advice. At this time, they'd better relax and realize that in some cases, letting go is the best solution.

2. Particularly Sensitive to Criticism ENFJ likes to please others and values the impression they leave on others. Because of this, they are particularly sensitive to criticism. They should try their best to free themselves from external judgments and realize that no matter how hard they try, it's impossible to please everyone. There will always be people who don't appreciate their efforts. If they understand this, they can achieve indifference to others' words. In this regard, they can also let go more and think: if there's no way through A... there are still other paths!

3. Impulsive Decisions Generally speaking, ENFJ needs training in specific perception and rational decision-making. One exercise is to analyze a situation or a person only based on objective facts (preferably in written form). ENFJ often makes decisions quickly and intuitively - this is both their strength and weakness. On one hand, they are usually right; on the other hand, they sometimes fail completely. So observe carefully again and again, keep a distance from people and things, and don't be emotional. It's also helpful to leave more time for decision-making - because they are extroverted judging types, they tend to be too hasty. Sometimes, giving more space for the development of the situation, watching and waiting more, giving more trust to the situation and relevant people, and restraining the impulse to control everything is helpful for them.

4. Overly Emotional Like all extroverted feeling types, a strong emotional life usually gives them vitality and charm, but it can also become a burden. When they feel stressed or bear psychological burdens due to an unfortunate childhood, they may experience an emotional roller coaster. Especially when an intimate relationship breaks down or a task fails, they may be extremely sad. When things are going well or just when their emotions are high, they may also be ecstatic. Ecstasy itself is not a bad state, but like all strong feelings, it can create obstacles to a rational understanding of solutions and therefore may lead to wrong actions and decisions.

5. Uncontrollable Emotions Under Stress A special emotional state similar to ecstasy is hysteria - many ENFJ are no strangers to this. Especially when they lose control of the situation. For example, being stuck in traffic on the way to a very important appointment. Under high pressure, ENFJ is not cool at all and they will quickly become irritable. What can help at this time is not to completely identify with their strong emotions, consciously force themselves to keep a little distance from their inner feelings and suppress their emotions as soon as they show signs (because once emotions erupt, it's very difficult to control). In fact, consciously feeling one's emotions can control emotions. Distracting oneself is also helpful: ENFJ should not let their feelings ferment but force themselves to shift their attention to other things, even if it's just a boring computer game that requires concentration. In general, monitoring their emotional life is very beneficial for ENFJ. They should set a small alarm for themselves. Once their emotions become too strong, they should remind themselves - especially in situations where a quarrel may break out or they feel strongly criticized. They should not react immediately but maintain emotional stability in order to act as prudently as possible.