INTP INFP INFJ Role playing, chameleon personality

As an INTP/INFP I often have to role play or take on aspects of others personality's or beliefs to have a meaningful conversation or friendship. I do this because it is very hard for some to relate to INTP or similar personalities. I'm in no way being fake, but use this as a coping tool to relate to others. I have found this to be a common trait in people with similar personality's according to personality forums on the Internet. Please comment.

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[marcrib79]

wow thanks... I'm a 21 yr old INTP, and this describes a lot of how I interact with people, I never really knew why I did this or why it came so naturally... most of the time I'm very stoic but I act according to the people around me and the atmosphere but only to an extent, if I feel like something really is nonsense I just stay quiet so not as to upset them or I just subtly and effectively change the subject.

[tacoma200]

@marcrib79 Thanks, it would have been so helpful for me to understand my personality when I was 21. I spent many years wondering why I thought so differently and second guessing myself. MBTI may not be perfect but understanding ones basic personality has given me much more confidence (emboldened).

[soulseeker300]

yeah, its hard to be completely open with people when I first meet them since my opinions are much more thought out than other people's...

[tacoma200]

@soulseeker300 Exactly, and some people are so close minded I am never able to be completely honest and open. Especially if they are a friend.

[magister343]

I'm an INTP. This sounds nothing like me. Adjusting one's personality to those around and trying to relate to others does not sound like a Ti dominant at all. I can easily consider alternate viewpoints and respect those whose ideas are radially different from mine and may not be eager for the conflict of expressing my own views, but changing myself to fit is not something I do.

The chameleon description sounds much more like an INFJ. INFJs in tertiary loops can easily be mistaken for INTPs.

[tacoma200]

@magister343 I think being a chameleon fits a T (thinker) just fine.  I am not changing my views based on others, I am camouflaging my views and role playing (acting). I am not easily swayed and have a firm foundation and belief system, but I don't have to let others know that during conversation. I look at it as acting like a spy to learn or obtain information with out disclosing any.

[cornyBandit]

@magister343 whoa magister, Ti dominants are all about going with the flow, fitting whats best at the time.The purpose is to fully understand and looking at things in many different perspectives.you should understand more about the cognitive functions, there are numerous sites that have thorough explanation about Ti that you might find useful :D

[helicopterpilot88]

@helicopterpilot88 I am constantly trying to figure out who i am. I typically dislike people around me, despite not knowing them. If i speak to them i do not reserve the attitude that i dislike them, but am polite and become perhaps judgmental and critical. I do not display these notions but may have a difficult time carrying a conversation, and likely seem more self critical than i am to them.

[helicopterpilot88]

i say things i don't believe in to gauge people's reaction, and also say things that are very extreme in uncomfortable situations. For instance when i am in an argument in an unfamiliar setting with people i don;t particularly know so well, and I am put down and feel i am backed in a corner. I will do something that absolutely offends every single person present, including the person whom antagonized me.

[tacoma200]

@blackout8903 Quantum mechanics and personalities, quite a comparison. I think each persons personality is unique, and not only that as we age and learn we are in a constant state of flux. P's especially constantly update their views (which is good if you are using logic and not emotion). Thanks for you input. It is greatly appreciated.