[NyanNyanKoneko]

Although INFPs make up about 1% of the population, as so called, "peacemakers" or "dreamers," we are often relegated to the lower eschalons of society.

Many have written that INFPs tend to make loyal followers of corporate America. We are easily exploited by others due to our trusting, and peaceful nature. We are relagated to jobs of customer service and artistry; not exactly high paying careers unless you get very lucky.

However, INFPs need to band together to gain power within their microcosmic existance. In other words, whatever INFPs try to do, there must be a concerted effort to ensure success.

Because our economy and nation is built around an ENTJ personality type, INFPs tend to lack the subjective qualities our society deems as succesful. However, in situations of power dynamics, ISFPs, being "peacemakers," would tend to encourage a less hostile environment. Imagine if our world leaders thought inward, were sensative, understood their feelings, and were perceptive to the thoughts and feelings of others. However, our very democracy demands a quality of extraversion to gain power. All I*** personality types have a political disadvange in our nation.

To further illustrate my point, dropout rates among INFPs are much higher than in any other group. Our school system does not accomidate to those who don't enjoy large groups of people, who don't take critism very well, who enjoys learning for learning sake and not for goals, and who feel that deadlines are flexible.

One of my classes this quarter addresses the problem of critism and goals in an interesting way. The teacher does not believe in grades, and as such, we will only have one final and one paper. As an INFP, I will enjoy this class as I will not constantly be judged, nor will the class be goal oriented. The main portion of the grade is the writing of this essay, which we will be doing throughout the quarter. INFPs tend to learn by enjoying the work that they do. This is why INFPs often spend hours on end practicing a musical intrument; the end goal is not to improve, but to practice for the sake of the enjoyment of it. Anyway, by choosing our topic and focusing on the process of writing the paper instead of the end goal, I feel very comfortable. In addition, the grades are garunteed if you apply yourself since all the final questions will be directly adressed throughout the quarter and the TAs will assist you in your essays.

Of course, in all this discourse about the INFP gaining power in society, it should be noted that INFPs, including myself, usually don't seek power. This is why I feel it's important that INFPs be put into positions of power.

Politics can be thought of the battle of power to enact ideas for the greater good. However, the quest for that power often leads to dark roads. Wars, oppression, and hatred stem from a desire for power.

However, by attempting to eliminate the that power dynamic, the goals of all INFPs would be to work together to enact rules and legislation to assist in the common good. INFPs are more willing to give up their own power for others.

A great crisis in America today has to due with the two party system. Both parties, Democrat and Republican, wish to assist in the intrerests of the wealthy (themselves). Very few people would put the well being of others over personal gains. INFPs, however, have an easier time in doing so.

Up to now, I've written almost exclusively on the politics of being an INFP. In the private sector, INFPs can offer a lot to a company but is often passed over for someone with ENTJ qualities. Companies, today, seem like they care much more about image than substance. As such, leaders of companies seem outgoing but do not sympathize with the employees while they take home millions of dollars a year at the workers' expense. This is a horrible practice.

In contrast, INFPs work well with others. Since INFPs don't seek power over others in the work force, we become more of a harmonizing force. We are very good at motivating others to work and to enjoy what they are doing. This should be a top quality of corporate leader, but unfortunately, society has different values towards leadership.

Now, I make a strong case for INFPs to seek power. I don't want to seem like INFPs need to take over everything. Everyone of all personality types should work together. I'm pointing out, however, that us ISFPs are often at a disadvantage in a world that favors competativeness over cooperation.

I feel this issue should be directly dealt with by the school boards. Having so many INFPs drop out of school puts us at a natural disadvantage to begin with, and no educational instution should have policies that can ruin the lives of almost 9% of the population. Beyond this immediate concern, the future of our society begins with our children.

Furthermore, a push towards corporate and international cooperation is a must. Today, our world is based on competative enterprise. While competativeness certainly engenders some spectacular endeavours for some, we can't continue to live in a world where wars and violence are a constant threat.

While I do not believe in absolute world peace, the price of war is too high, and continues to skyrocket as international powers continue to gain military strength. Learning to appreciate all that INFPs have to offer should be a primary step in promoting peaceful relations.
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[tcaudilllg]

I completely agree with everything you have said.

[js71]

That does it for me. Until I am given proof otherwise, this NyanNyan fellow is officially LG, I believe. :p

[RuneLancer]

[tunginobi]

[Nodtveidt]

NNK is the female alter ego of LG. Well...I knew LG had some issues but coming up with a second personality in the form of a female is just way beyond "out there". Although look on the bright side...he won't ever have to go far to score a date.
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[NyanNyanKoneko]

The only person who has issues on this site is DeveloperX.
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[Ninkazu]

[Nodtveidt]

[tcaudilllg]

[js71]

[RuneLancer]

Given the time since NNK has started posting and the fact DevX barely posts more than once a week now, I can deduce that you're all psychotic. That's plenty of time to make such a statement.

Just because he treats LG like a god, posts the same kind of drivel he does, and randomly decided to hate DevX in such short time just like LG does, it doesn't mean it's a dual account. Not at all. :o
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[tcaudilllg]

[Nodtveidt]

Well, I have noticed that NNK has made no solid attempts to disprove the theory that NNK = LG...
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[js71]