WHO AM I?

I am fond of personality tests since I want to know myself more. As most Chinese philosophers would say, knowing yourself is true wisdom. I recently "uncovered" a personality test site in the web, www.16personalities.com, and other than telling me what I already know (that I am an INTJ), I also found out that the "strategy" of my personality is Confident Individualism. Of course, to know what I am talking about in here, you have to visit the website yourself. The personality test presented in the website is eerily accurate, and most things (if not all) are so true about myself. Here are some things about Confident Individualism that are true about myself.

1. They often embrace solitude to pursue their own interests rather than seeking out social activity. Going out to meet other people is an EFFORT. So if I spend time with you, you are important to me.

2. Confident Individualists tend to feel that social displays and bragging are time and energy wasted.  If you're bragging, I am not listening.

3. They favor privacy, and aren’t particularly fond of interacting with society, whether in a strictly social sense or when embracing broader societal goals. Parties are a no-no.

4. These personalities often favor substance over superficiality and personal honesty over playing along. What you see is what you get.

5. This utilitarianism also means that Confident Individualists are not easily drawn into emotional drama. When drama does arise, these personality types express their truth with little concern over whether they’ll cause friction or offense.
6. Confident Individualists tend to endorse self-reliance over cooperation, and are rarely pressured into agreeing with or lending support to others unless they believe in the cause. If I don’t support your cause, you know why.

7. They simply don’t place much importance on factoring in others’ approval. They can be tolerant in disagreement though, respecting others’ individualism just as they respect their own.

8. When these personality types form friendships, they tend to be strong and honest. Because these types don’t feel like they need other people’s approval, their loyalty and affection is a deliberate expression of affection. Impressing a Confident Individualist earns their respect and care, and these types make for dedicated, passionate friends.

9. They rarely seek leadership or the spotlight, but when they do find themselves in these positions. If I accept roles in school programs, like being the Emcee, it is an EFFORT for me.