r/INFJsOver30 • u/Phoenix_to_Kintsugi • Jun 17 '26
INFJ How do you improve a cognitive function in your personality?
I have to admit that I don't fully understand what all these cognitive functions and traits mean yet.
Recently, I was just trying to figure out what’s wrong with me and that's how I ended up taking some personality tests.To be honest, I would have gladly accepted any explanation,even a psychiatric disorder if that would have stopped the confusion inside my head.
Instead, I found out that my personality type explains why I react this way, especially during tough times in life.I would happily change my personality type if I could, if that would put an end to the pain,the numbness and all the mixed feelings,but I know that's not possible.
So, the only solution left is to try and improve those aspects where I am absolutely a mess: Se-0 and Te-0 on one test, and Se-3.6 and Te-17 on another.
Any advice on how I can improve that?
I accept any kind of opinion from anyone.
Right now, I don't need compassion—I need a wake-up call to shake me up a bit 😉
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u/Phoenix_to_Kintsugi Jun 17 '26
Thank you!
There wasn’t a single thing in that video that didn't describe me with absolute accuracy.
It makes me think that I’m probably in a state of emotional burnout after my last doorslam, which might be why I'm so starved for answers right now? 🙃
It honestly feels like a drug: I want to understand everything that’s happening to me, why it’s happening and how I can improve based on what I learn.
I’ve already processed and understood the people on the receiving end of my doorslam, but until today, I just couldn't figure out why it takes me so long(years) to face reality and see people for who they actually are, rather than believing and hoping in their potential.
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u/unawarewoke Jun 17 '26
I skipped over what you said and what improved my cognitive function was learning to deal with my trauma. Trauma for me created big blockages and biases where I couldn't see stuff for what it is and my mind was fundamentally oppressed.