ISFJ

ISFJs are driven by their personal values, and are conscientious in their behavior. They typically want to work hard, get along with others, and make sure they do what is expected of them.

ISFJs value relationships highly and strive to cooperate and maintain harmony with others. They want stability and longevity in their relationships, and tend to maintain a deep devotion to family. They feel most connected with people they know they can rely upon over the long term.

ISFJs appreciate tradition and like knowing how things were done in the past. They are loyal to established methods and values, and want to observe the proper, accepted way of doing things. They place great importance on fitting in with established institutions and contributing what they can to maintain strong, stable social structures. In groups, they often take on the role of historian, ensuring that new members respect and value the established customs.

ISFJs are characteristically humble and unassuming, and rarely call attention to themselves. They can often be found offering assistance to others in a modest, understated way. They are loyal and hardworking, and often commit themselves to tasks and projects with the aim of being helpful to their families, friends, and communities. They are typically involved in social groups, but do not want the spotlight: they are more likely to be found behind the scenes, working diligently to fulfill their role. ISFJs are oriented to relationships, but can be reserved with new people. They rarely disclose personal information quickly. They tend to be focused and aware of their surroundings, and relate details from their own personal experience. They often converse in terms of what has happened to them and what they have seen first-hand. They are compassionate listeners, and typically remember details about people. They often enjoy hearing the facts about others in the process of making a connection.

ISFJ is one of the most common types in the population. ISFJs make up:

• 8.4% of the general population
• 11.3% of women
• 4.9% of men

Famous ISFJs include: 

• Aretha Franklin
• Mother Teresa
• Beyoncé
• Laura Bush
• King George VI
• Kate Middleton
• Rosa Parks
• Fred Rogers
• Selena Gomez
• Elijah Wood
• Princess Mary of Denmark
• Clara Barton
• Naomi Watts

Interesting facts about the ISFJ:

• On personality trait measures, score as Conservative, Conventional, Guarded, and Reserved
• Among types most likely to believe in a higher spiritual power
• More likely than average to experience chronic pain
• Among types most likely to suffer heart disease
• Second most common type among education majors in college
• More likely than other types to watch more than 3 hours of television per day
• Personal values include Happy family, Health and Spirituality
• Overrepresented among MBA students and male small business owners
• Among three types with the lowest income
• Commonly found in education, health care, and religious occupations

Popular leisure activities for ISFJs include cooking, gardening, painting, crafts, picnics, nature walks, and watching movies. They are also often found supporting their loved ones in their interests and activities.